One problem related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe has been reported for the 1997 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle bought brand new, well maintained, but oil started leaking approximately 3 years from purchase. Then dealer inspects vehicle and conveyed that manifold needed to be replaced also. Very frustrating. Service person at dealer could not viable explanation as to why there were leaks in gasket or manifold failure.