Three problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Dodge Caravan based on all problems reported for the 2000 Caravan.
The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Caravan. While driving approximately 5 mph the contact heard a squeaking sound in the front drivers side while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the brake pads needed to be replaced. After the brake pads were replaced the failure continued to occur. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice. The technicians stated the sound was caused by the brakes and was due to the design of the brakes. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.
My 2000 Dodge Caravan with only 29,450 miles developed a severe vibration in the steering wheel accompanied by a disconcerting noise when braking. Prior to the vibration developing, I noticed the braking power had diminished. Upon investigation, I found the brake fluid was below the minimum level and had to add fluid. This improved the brake pedal performance but the stopping power was still subpar. Also, whenever I wash the vehicle there has always been a tremendous amount of black brake dust on and around the front wheels which raises environmental concerns for me. I took the car to the dealer who found the front brake pads were worn out and the front rotors were rusted, pitted, and slightly warped. Even though the car is only 2 1/2 years old and had only 29,450 miles, daimler Chrysler refused any warranty consideration on the brakes. I had to pay nearly $300 for repairs. When I called the daimler Chrysler consumer hotline, I was given the impression that this condition was considered "normal. " the minivan is driven gently with about 70% of the mileage being in-town driving and about 30% highway driving. On previous vehicles I have owned, the average life of front brakes has been about 85,000 miles. Needless to say I am concerned about the safety my family in the vehicle if the brakes are designed with such poor durability.
Consumer states that the brakes on the vehicle are not working properly. The brake pads have worned down to the point where it is metal against metal. Contacted dealer three times already and the dealer has tried to remedy the problem but without any success.