Two problems related to check engine light on have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving at any speed engine light comes on. Then, consumer can hear water in engine. This can result in a fire. Dealer notified.
While driving at any speed or sitting at stop the van just quits. Sometimes engine checklight will come on. The oxgyen sensor was replaced by dealership. Owner kept experiencing the same problem. On Nov 3, 1999, the van was taken to the dealership for the same problem. Dealer could not find what caused the problem.