Six problems related to front suspension have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Dodge Caravan based on all problems reported for the 2001 Caravan.
I know about the balljoint recall from DC. I have a 2002 and already received my notice in the mail. I also have a 2001 Dodge Caravan that also has bad balljoints. There is no doubt in my mind, this is defective parts. Balljoints should never go bad with only 50k on the unit. The problem is, you can no longer grease these parts.
When going over bumps in the road there would be a loud rattling noise coming from the front end. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. This has been a on going problem which the mfg. , takes no responsibility for. They should have replaced the front end at their expense originally, while it was under warranty. Had to have it replaced twice and still not fixed. Install special order steering rack.
Front suspension.
While driving at any speed consumer noticed severe vibration under his feet. Vehicle had been to the dealer on several occasions. Dealer informed the consumer that this was the normal chararacteristic of that vehicle. Also, manufacturer was notified.
The vehicle's right and left front sway links and stabilizer bushings had to be replaced at 56000 miles. The consumer heard a rattling noise in the front end while driving the vehicle.
For your readers, I had a persistent loose wheel or loose suspension phenomena in the front end. Marine Chrysler vancouver who sold the car could not diagnose or repair. Deerlake Chrysler burnaby discovered faulty bushings in front end replaced at 59k just under warranty coverage. Readers should ask dealer to repalce bushings if this problem persists on their car.