Dodge Caravan owners have reported 194 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (39 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension strut (36 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Vehicle was in motion- while driving along I heard and felt a loud noise (boom) from rear of vehicle-vehicle then swerved wildly out of control spinning around and taking down signs, mailbox-after looking at van it is apparent that the rear axle slid backwards in wheel well. Read details...
Front strut mounts on every 96 thru 00 Caravan, voyager, Chrysler minivans that I've looked at,have serious rust problems, especially the left side, resulting in the strut itself breaking through and hitting the bottom of the hood, and resulting of loss of control of the vehicle when this happens. Read details...
Strut towers in engine compartment rusted through especially on the right. I've been told by a mechanic and others that the strut tower may fail completely and push up through the hood, causing accident and injury to driver (me). Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that when doing a regular service on the vehicle, he noticed that the right strut separated from the vehicle. The cause of the separation of the right strut was unknown. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Caravan. While driving 25 mph, the contact heard a clunking noise coming from the back of the vehicle. There had been no previous failures. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and inspected by a technician, who determined that the sway bar failed. Read details...