Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 2003 Dodge Caravan

Three problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 2003 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Dodge Caravan based on all problems reported for the 2003 Caravan.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 09/18/2007

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Caravan. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the driver side front tire. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive due to a faulty caliper. The dealer will not release the vehicle the until it is repaired. The current mileage was 61,634 and failure mileage was 61,628.

2 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2005

The front break caliper has locked up repeatedly and causes severe heat build in the front wheel which could cause a fire and this has also happened to my buddys wifes van too also the back breaks locck up after sitting the dealership told me this is common in Dodges. This has happened several times.

3 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 07/23/2003

2003 Dodge Caravan - brake failure at 6500 miles, replaced calipers and pads brake failure at 11800 miles, replaced pads, rotors, shoes, dealer stated npf in cause of failure, blames driver abuse? something wrong in brake booster or other causes to why brakes need replacing at low mileage intervals and not covered by Chrysler warranty.




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