Tailgate Latch Problems of Dodge Caravan

Dodge Caravan owners have reported 2 problems related to tailgate latch (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Caravan based on all problems reported for the Caravan.

1 Tailgate Latch problem of the 1996 Dodge Caravan

Failure Date: 02/01/2002

Tailgate does not latch, and will not shut. Tailgate stays open. Dealer contacted.

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2 Tailgate Latch problem of the 1999 Dodge Caravan

Failure Date: 09/16/1999

Frame is bent/ rear axle is off by 30 degree, and transmission is going out, causing the vehicle to stall. There is a loud knocking noise coming from the vehicle. Also, rear tailgate will not open. Dealer can't determine the cause.

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