Front Suspension Strut problems of the 1999 Dodge Caravan

Nine problems related to front suspension strut have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2007

On 1999 and possibly 2000, or other models, Dodge Caravan/grand Caravan the top of the drivers side & possibly passengers side 'strut tower' rusts out. Most body shops avoid messing with this due to liability issues.

2 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 03/17/2007

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Caravan. The driver's side strut tower was rusted, and the mechanic and the body repair shop stated that the failure was common for this type of vehicle. Diamler-chrylser stated that the warranty expired, and the repair would be at cost to the contact. The current and failure mileage were 67000.

3 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2005

The contact stated while getting an oil change he was informed that the driver's side strut tower support was rusted and cracked. The manufacturer offered no free remedy. No repairs have been performed. Updated 01/11/06.

4 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2005

Strut towers rusting . Caller had oil changed, and the attendant told him that strut towers were rusted. Dealer said they have not seen anything like that. Manufacturer will offer no help.

5 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 01/09/2005

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Caravan and the strut towers rusted out on the top in the engine compartment. He noticed this at the beginning of the year when he had the engine cleaned. The contact talked to Chrysler, and they said they would not help him because the corrosion warranty expired. The consumer felt this was a safety issue. Chrysler came out with a kit to fix this problem.

6 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 11/02/2004

While the vehicle was at a repair shop mechanic determined that the housing area which held the front strut rusted.

7 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 04/02/2004

The vehicle was taken to an inspection station for its scheduled inspection. The vehicle was rejected due to rusted strut towers.

8 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 12/12/2003

Complaint received via e-mail. I discovered that my Dodge Caravan, 1999 driver's side strut tower rusted significantly ,and may possibly break. This could lead to a potentially serious problem later. I think that this probably was due to defective material used by a Chrysler supplier. Chrysler should consider this a serious issue, and at least warn people who have their cars, or pay for the repairs/replacement of the strut towers. The tower was not replaced. Two estimates were quoted at over $1000.

9 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1901

Strut tower corrosion on 1999 Dodge Caravan. *** no answer required***.

Front Suspension Strut problems	9
Suspension problems	6
Strut Tower problems	5
Front Suspension problems	4
Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems	2