14 problems related to headlights have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Turning out parking lot and did not see pole. Damaged my left front headlight and my fender.
The plastic headlight lenses on this vehicle have dulled to the point that the headlights have noticeably dimmed to the point that it's difficult to see the roadway at night.
Both of the headlight covers on the 1997 Grand Caravan were frosted from the inside and the lights did not showing up as bright. They appeared low lit all the time as if the light could not filter through because of the frosted look all the time. This was a hazard. I would like to know why the headlight covers looked like they did. This was a real problem. They looked horrible.
My headlights seem to not be bright enough. There seems to be some kind of films blocking the light.
The clear plastic lenses that cover the head lamp bulbs have become extremely clouded and greatly diminish the brightness of the headlights. The dealer has told me that its normal. I have noticed this condition on many other similar vehicles and drivers are not aware of the condition . This condition creates an extreme safety concern for night time driving by reducing visibility. I believe that it is a design defect. There is no mention in the owners manual or maintenance schedule listed by the manufacturer of any required maintenance.
The owns a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the headlight lenses were no longer transparent, but were turning opaque. The consumer contacted the service dealer, and they stated there were no recalls on this specific component. The headlights would be replaced but at t consumer's expense. The consumer did not contacted the manufacturer.
The headlights were dim and consumer was unable to see clearly on the highway while driving at night. Driver took the vehicle to dealer for analysis. Mechanic replaced the headlight bulbs, but problem recurred.
Both headlight lenses was made of plastic, the exposure of the sun had caused the lenses to become clouded, which reduced the lighting of the headlights. Mr.
Consumer states head lamp become poor visibility, fogged and hard to drive. Dealer has been notified, please provide further information. Ts.
Inadequate forward visibilty, resulted in rear end collision at night on highway in florida.
Plastic headlight lens on headlights steadily erode by dust or other contaminations in the flow of air.
Consumer states that the head light lens is discoloring causing low visibility at night. Please provide any additional information.
Plastic cover over headlights are crusting. Dt.
Head lights are not sufficient.
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