2004 Dodge Caravan - Consumer Discussions

Caravan/Voyager Starting and Stalling Problems

• 2004 dodge grand caravan

  Written by: valerie14 on Oct 22, 2012 6:59:46 PM

  I bought my dodge grand caravan almost 3 years ago with 63,000 miles on it. It now has 93,000 miles on it and has ran great til last week. I have replaced the cam, crank, and map censor and some kind of coil for the spark plugs. Please forgive me for i am not a mechanic. We just replaced the ECU tonight and my poor van still won't start. I've read ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Dodge Grande Caravan [ranzack]

  Written by: custom5 on Jul 23, 2012 9:17:02 AM

  Has there been any resolve to this. We also have a 2004 that is stalling when approaching a stop sign or light. This only happens every couple of weeks? Any direction would be appreciated.

• Re: 2004 Dodge Grande Caravan [ranzack]

  Written by: bnsnrst55 on Jan 8, 2012 2:04:15 PM

  Our problem was clearing the Adaptive memory after replacing a major part . We did not know this ($1000.00 step). We replaced the Map, Cam, Crank sensors, one at a time with out clearing this memory so our problem was always there. All you can do is start here. If you are mechanically inclined, then one at a time replace the Map, Cam, Crank sensors. After each installment clear the Adaptive ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Dodge Grande Caravan [randerson4]

  Written by: ranzack on Jan 8, 2012 12:22:25 PM

  Did you ever find a solution..... I think it's like finding a needle in a haystack.... we purchased an 04 DGC used back this summer and just this week it started stalling while driving down the road. I've had it to the shop twice and they say they can replicate it and the computer hasn't left any info.... Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.... Thanks, Ranzack

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: You CAN buy a new van for $20K (approx) [grrldriver]

  Written by: themanindbox on Oct 13, 2011 9:51:34 PM

  Let me start with this, before i end up getting everyone on here jumping on my back.. I drive about 100-150K miles a year. I work in the IT field as a tech that needs a van to carry equipment around. I tend to buy minivans because they are easier to see out of then wagons, get better MPG then SUV's and are easier to park then cargo vans. With that ... Read More

Caravan/Voyager Heating/Cooling Problems

• 2004 Grand Caravan A/C problems

  Written by: kimrhett48 on May 12, 2010 12:14:50 PM

  have a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan V6 3.8L. Air quit working. Have replaced the compressor, added freon, and have had the relays and switches checked at the repair shop...still no air. Any suggestions??? Anyone else had this same problem??? Please help!

1997 Grand Caravan Transmission leak, WHERE?

• 2004 DC transmission solenoid leak

  Written by: dcj2010 on Feb 19, 2010 10:07:36 AM

  2004 dodge caravan 3.3L V6 i've got a leak in my solenoid pack. got a price from dealer for a new solenoid pack, $238. (federated has it for $150) They also carry the gasket separately for only $7. however, the guy told me the gasket alone won't fix the leak because the leak is in the unit itself. he said he had sold them, but they don't do the job. Id ... Read More

Radio and DVD play not working..did I blow a fuse?

• Radio and DVD play not working..did I blow a fuse?

  Written by: ribbins on Apr 9, 2009 3:43:14 PM

  I drive a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan and I was plugging in my IPOD adapter to a lighter outlet and as I was pushing the radio stopped and wont work. The DVD player wont work either. I'm not sure if I shorted something out or what. We've looked at the fuse box and can't find a fuse for the radio! I would LOVE some help!!!

Caravan/Voyager Warning Lights & Problem Codes

• MY BACK UP LIGHTS DON'T WORK ON MY 1996 GRAND CARAVAN EITHER

  Written by: carl_manley on Nov 6, 2008 11:46:25 PM

  I ALSO HAVE NO BACK UP LIGHTS ON MY 1996 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WITH THE 3.8 LITRE 6 CYLINDER MOTOR I WAS TOLD BY SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT IT'S A FAULTY SWITCH LOCATED INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION IT'S SELF AND IN ORDER TO FIX IT THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION MUST COME OUT AND I WAS TOLD THAT IT WOULD BE ABOUT $1,750 OR CLOSE TO $1,800 FOR ANOTHER TRANSMISSION AND THAT WHEN THAT SWITCH ... Read More

Chrysler Minivan Transmission Problems

• 04 G Caravan growling noise when in drive w/brake applied

  Written by: dcurley on Oct 26, 2008 1:07:34 PM

  My 2004 Grand Caravan started making a "growling sound" It sounded like a bad bearing, I brought it in to a shop and the mechanic said it was the alternator. I changed it and replaced the belt. The sound went away. 3 months later the sound was back, louder than ever. Brought it in to Dodge dealer, they said I needed a new power steering pump and water pump. I changed ... Read More

Caravan/Voyager Starting and Stalling Problems

• 2004 Dodge Grande Caravan

  Written by: randerson4 on Sep 16, 2008 12:59:03 PM

  Our van has been misfiring and stalling for the last 2 months. We have hooked it up to the computer 3 times with no codes, even though the check engine light is on. We have replaced plugs and wires and coil pack with no improvement. It runs better on hot days with the air conditioner on. Runs well as long as you are giving it gas, when you slow down or ... Read More

Article Comments - 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey Touring

• Difference for my family

  Written by: cstorm on Aug 4, 2008 4:49:02 AM

  In November 2004 we leased our 1st Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, a 2005, because the Ody did not have a power tailgate unless you bought the Touring model. Also, the Stow & Go seats are awesomely useful, and have proven to be a must-have for us. The underfloor storage is a godsend. We leased a new 2006 Dodge SXT in October 2006. Last month, I looked at the Odyssey again. Still ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• 04 Nissan Quest or 06 Dodge Caravan

  Written by: bobbylena on Apr 15, 2008 12:11:48 PM

  We are looking for any advice on what we should purchase. We have looked at a 2004 Nissan Quest V6, with 38,000 miles for $14,999, and a 2006 Dodge Caravan 4 cylinder with 21,000 miles for $10,998 we are a family of six with four kids ages 3 weeks, 3, 6, 7 years old. Please help us!!!

Caravan/Voyager Engine Problems

• 2004 caravan, engine wihring noise

  Written by: 2761 on Jan 11, 2008 9:41:47 AM

  I have a 2004 dodge caravan with a 3.3l. Engine is usually warmed up for approx 3-5 minutes prior to driving and makes no noise. When driven there is no noise until you slow or stop the vehicle then a whirring noise begins and gets louder as engine RPMs increase. Noise will eventually go away, after approx 10minutes of driving and will not return. This sounds like a pump cavitating, I ... Read More

2008 Chrysler Town & Country/Dodge Grand Caravan

• Re: Purchasing an '08 minivan in 6-8 months. [dennisctc]

  Written by: artgpo on Jan 6, 2008 6:45:31 AM

  It'll be interesting to see, as Honda continues to dump Odys for $4-5k off sticker, what it does for their vaunted resale value? Really? And what does that say for Chrysler for offering 0%, a rebate and no payments for six months on its much ballyhooed BRAND NEW minivans? A similar Chrysler minivan never sold for $33,000 to begin with. So, all these people who bought 2007 Limited models with MSRP ... Read More

2008 Minivans

• Re: Checked out Car and Driver last night [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Sep 22, 2007 9:07:56 PM

  If you have a 4spd auto and Honda offers 5, your's is garbage, obsolete etc.. If your's has a 6 spd and Honda offers 5, your's is unproven garbage. As long as it drives fine and does what it should who cares? Not me people should drive them and see for themselves. If you get $5000 off your minivan and someone pays dealer markup for a Honda, you can only use ... Read More

• Re: Catching up... [bobw3]

  Written by: marine2 on Sep 21, 2007 5:46:55 AM

  Or maybe Sienna owners aren't even willing to look at other vehicles? Maybe Caravan owners are smarter shoppers who like to look around and compare, while Sienna owners don't even consider anything else based on the other reviewers. I've heard many folks say that "I'd never buy a Dodge because they're unreliable." or "I'd never buy a Ford because they're junk" but then I've never heard anyone say "I'd never buy ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: 2004 Chrysler Town and Country Limited vs 2007 Honda Odyssey EX [bhs1975]

  Written by: marig0107 on Jul 10, 2007 2:12:43 PM

  A (good) dilemma: Have verbally negotiated a good deal on a new Honda Odyssey, however have just recently been offered a family van (the Chrysler) for $10,000 less. Seems like a no-brainer to go the cheaper route - the Chrysler only has 27k miles on it. But I'm still a little leary about the Chrysler product's reliability over the long haul. If you were in a similar situation, would you go ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Chrysler Town and Country Limited vs 2007 Honda Odyssey EX [bhs1975]

  Written by: shipo on Jul 10, 2007 12:25:30 PM

  Well, as for longevity of the T&C goes, our two Dodge Grand Caravans (twins of the T&C) are fast approaching a combined quarter of a million miles, and they've been virtually bullet proof. In addition to regular maintenance, the 1998 has needed a starter, a door switch, a transmission and a vacuum battery tray over 145,000 miles. Not too shabby. Our 2003 has been similarly endowed with reliability in that it ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Need help. Which minivan would you buy, and why?

  Written by: azjost on Jun 29, 2007 5:23:38 PM

  Which minivan would you buy, and why? Here are my options. 1) 2006 Toyota Sienna LE, 30,000 miles owned by a rental company. $21,000, $10000 down, 10% interest. I went in and gave a $1000 deposit. But then the rental place kept letting a customer drive it for 2 weeks and refused to give it to my dealer. Finally after 2 weeks, I said "I don't want it now!" by email, ... Read More

• Re: Side Airbags safe for kids - Odyssey Sienna? [edgecomb]

  Written by: jchan2 on Oct 28, 2006 1:28:49 PM

  I would definitely go for one with side airbags, if not side-curtain airbags. The Honda Odyssey, beginning with the 2002 model year, had standard side airbags but not the curtains. (one major reason I bought the 2002 versus the 2001) The curtain airbags were standard in all Odysseys starting with the redesigned 2005 models. The Sienna I am not so sure but I'm pretty sure that side curtain airbags were available ... Read More

• Re: Buying help please [aus_nic]

  Written by: garandman on Aug 30, 2006 4:56:14 AM

  With 3 kids and large dog space and convience are required with dvd and comfort paramount as long drives to family are frequent. Reliability is also a must!!. Need to be able to tow small loads occasionally and have bike rack on back for bikes also. Would like as many features for value as poss. The Nissan Quest is often overlooked despite having many advantages. They did not sell well when ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Re: 2002 t&c ex rear liftgate stuck shut [lashleroux15]

  Written by: triciag74 on Jul 24, 2006 5:06:40 PM

  Hi, Were you able to fix it yourself? I'm having the same problem with my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. The liftgate won't even lift or beep with the remote or interior button. I'm hoping I can fix this myself. Thanks, Tricia

Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Voyager

• Questions about my new Caravan

  Written by: edhopper on May 16, 2006 9:51:59 AM

  I just bought a used 2004 Dodge Caravan SE. 75000 miles but it's in great shape and I love the way it drives. But I have two questions. Do I have to go to a dealer to get a copy of the Auto-Lock key, and how much will it cost. Second, on the second row sliding doors are these rubber plug in the middle front. What are these? Thanks, I'm sure ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• no title

  Written by: marine2 on May 12, 2006 5:24:06 PM

  The Caravan will have roll down electric windows in the sliding doors. It is boxy and has an angular look. Production date is August 2007 and it should be arriving at dealers by September 2007. Perhaps the most important features of this minivan are said to be: Higher quality due to the team-based manufacturing and other new systems Better gas mileage Better acceleration Quieter interior The identifier for the new minis ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: Correlation of CR owner satisfaction [marine2]

  Written by: socalawd on Apr 3, 2006 9:39:38 PM

  had a 1993 Eagle Vision, the sister to the Intrepid. We kepted it until 2004 when we bought our Civic. The a/c went out in 2004, we replaced the rubber motor mounts in 2001. The clock spring in 2003. Those were the only things that went wrong in 11 years of owning that car. We are going on 16 months with our 2005 Dodge GC, and so far, have did nothing ... Read More

• Re: Correlation of CR owner satisfaction [artgpo]

  Written by: marine2 on Apr 3, 2006 9:34:39 PM

  The Intrepid came out in 1992 as a 1993 model. I had a '93 Intrepid bought back by Chrysler under owner's arbitration. It led to a worst '94 Dodge GC and the last product I'll ever buy from that company. The Caravan has been around since 1984, not 2001. I had a 1993 Eagle Vision, the sister to the Intrepid. We kept it until 2004 when we bought our Civic. The ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Mazda, Dodge, Kia or used Honda/Toyota?? Help! [gurneyhalleck]

  Written by: mrblonde49 on Mar 14, 2006 6:02:49 AM

  But I read they have plenty of problems with reliability. So does the Dodge Caravan. My parents owned one years ago and it ate them alive. My dad won't touch a DC with a ten foot pole. I also look at the Kia Sedona, 2005, like the Mazda and Dodge, always used. The Sedona drove nicely, seems interiorwise to be on a par with Honda/Toyota but I KNOW that reliability can't ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: Wrecked Dodge Caravan [sebring95]

  Written by: fish8 on Mar 16, 2006 7:51:00 AM

  Yeah, my 2004 Passat has locking seatbelts. It would make me feel a little more comfortable if the T&C's seatbelts locked, but...we'll rely on the latch system for now.

• Re:Average size family 6.5? [hansienna]

  Written by: socalawd on Mar 9, 2006 5:46:51 PM

  That average would be too small for 2 communities on the Arizona/Utah border. Is that why Ford, GM, Chrysler made 18 passenger vans? For some families, it would take 3 Odysseys or 3 DC minivans to haul the entire family so each wife would have to drive separately Actually 3 of the families do belong the LDS church. One has a Suburban, one a 1999-2004 Odyssey and one a old pre ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Mazda, Dodge, Kia or used Honda/Toyota?? Help!

  Written by: gurneyhalleck on Mar 12, 2006 1:25:06 PM

  I have been minivan shopping for WEEKS now, more like MONTHS! I read Consumer Reports, Edmunds, Intellichoice, JD Power and Assoc. and all the rest and come out more confused than when I came in! I have $15,000 or so to spend in cash on a van to replace our smaller cars now that we have a baby. WE HAVE TO GET A VAN but the choices seem really lousy! I'm ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: Socalawd [hayneldan]

  Written by: socalawd on Feb 27, 2006 7:12:44 PM

  ALL 2004 minivans (not by brand) and showed out of 2,561 crashes of ALL minivans showed a fatality rate of 4.4% for ALL minivans. No it dosen't it shows that 4.4% of fatalities happen in minivans as compared to other body types. Also the 2,561 crashes are not total crashes but fatality crashes. The total number of car crashes was over 10 million. One can estimate that minivan crashes were probably ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Needless to say, Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge minivans are crap

  Written by: good4u on Feb 18, 2006 9:14:41 PM

  Our 1997 Plymouth Voyager SE is currently sitting outside a county building in a parking lot. Why? Because it died and wouldn't restart. Thank God our 2000 Hyundai Accent and 1998 Mitsubishi Mirage will get us through the weekend. It started when the tranny blew @ 60K. We're still waiting for the next one to blow. We know someone who has replaced 6 transmissions in their Dodge Caravan! Engine blew @ ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: The confession of a minivan owner [artgpo]

  Written by: marine2 on Feb 7, 2006 8:22:16 PM

  Just for the record, the worst minivan I owned (out of the 7) was a 1983 VW Vanagon 9 passenger GL. Talk about a dud! Still, we loved that unsafe van. We bought the 1994 Grand Caravan because I was able to special order it with ABS plus '94 was the first year for dual frontal airbags. Third worse car. The '93 Intrepid I exchanged under owner arbitration for the GC ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Ride and Handling

  Written by: hayneldan on Jan 25, 2006 5:21:50 PM

  "Car and Driver quote about DCX ride/handling/engine by thegraduate " Interesting that you quote an article from the June 2004 Car and Driver, which incidentally did not test the latest version of the Odyssey. A more recent test from Motor Trend with instrumented ride and handling shows quite the opposite. (lowest is best) Dodge grand Caravan was best in ride control. DGC bounce .031g, Ody bounce .037g, DGC pitch .021g, Ody ... Read More

• Re: Honda lovers continue to bad mouth DC [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Jan 2, 2006 10:36:35 AM

  So let me get this str8......DCX people buy GCs but not because they want them??????? Are they forced at gunpoint to purchase them or something??? Really was it a 357 or a 44magnum that got you?? :P As far as substance....it's always lacking on here!!!! Honda lovers making baseless comments about rust, or quality, or lack of technology. You know that rust thing is a little old that came from 1 ... Read More

• Re: "You seem to have all the answers"? [hansienna]

  Written by: socalawd on Dec 26, 2005 2:25:16 PM

  Probably true because I do NOT sell a particular brand and will buy the brand that gives the BEST value. Which brand will that be Hans?? You change faster your mind fast. Examples Honda vs Sienna post 2758 you wrote Since this is Odyssey vs Sienna, back to the subject. I was ready to buy a new 2005 Odyssey but all allocation has been sold. Test drove both a 2004 Sienna ... Read More

• Re: Most other vans are slow [jordan5cyl]

  Written by: fljoslin on Dec 18, 2005 12:54:20 PM

  During geophysics field school, we took some 2004 Dodge Grand Caravans on our trip. At high rpm, the engine sounds like crap (raspy and weak) and the power drops off rapidly. The same thing happens to my mom's Intrepid. They feel anaemic going up hills. I had to try and redline the thing just to pass on the highway, and I only had one other person in the van. It had ... Read More

• Most other vans are slow

  Written by: jordan5cyl on Dec 18, 2005 12:37:03 PM

  I haven't yet driven a minivan that handles with as much aplomb and revs with the finesse that the J35 engine in the 05 Honda Odyssey does. During geophysics field school, we took some 2004 Dodge Grand Caravans on our trip. At high rpm, the engine sounds like crap (raspy and weak) and the power drops off rapidly. The same thing happens to my mom's Intrepid. They feel anaemic going up ... Read More

• 3.3L Grand Caravan is a Flex Fuel Vehicle !!

  Written by: hrao on Dec 4, 2005 10:18:45 AM

  I just learned that the 3.3L version of Dodge Grand Caravann is a Flex Fuel version and can run both on Ethanol E85 and Regular Gas, I have a 2004 model, to my surprise my Fuel door confirms that. I started using Ethanol since last month, its better than Hybrid since it does not use regular gas (No pollution), Ethanol is bio degradable, reduces our Oil dependance, and is cheaper than ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: New here, question about fold flat seats [mjpinto]

  Written by: jchan2 on Nov 16, 2005 3:38:39 PM

  For flat folding third row seats, here's somewhat of a guide. These minivans have it: 1995-2006 Honda Odyssey 1999(?)-2006 Mazda MPV 2004-2006 Toyota Sienna 2004-2006 Nissan Quest (fold flat second row too) 2004-2006 Ford Freestar/Mercury Monterey 2005-2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (not sure if the 04's had it, but I think they had an early 05 run starting in Feb 04) The current GM vans (2005-present) have fold flat seats, but those ... Read More

• Re: Mazda MPV reliability is BELOW Average for 2003 and 2004 ! [hansienna]

  Written by: jipster on Nov 15, 2005 12:07:16 PM

  Agree with that Hans. The 2006 CR Buying Guide was very confusing in reguards to vehicles recommended and reliability. They seemed to contradict their findings throughout. The 2004 Honda Odyssey(pg 204) and the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan V-6(pg200)have EXACTLY the same reliabilty scores in the 14 categories rated. Yet, the Ody gets a better than average reliability score and the DGC gets only an average overall reliability score.

• Re: Searching for right minivan for road trip - please help [adihead]

  Written by: boxwrench on Sep 15, 2005 9:42:21 PM

  Adihead, I have the perfect vehicle for you. I'm the 2nd owner of this 1988 Dodge Grand Caravan with a 3.0 liter V-6 and 3-speed lock-up Automatic trans. Now before you poo-poo this van, it was originally from Arizona when I bought it from the 1st owners, with 115,000 miles. I have personally taken care of all the things needed in the way of maintenance. In it's day it was the ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: Complaining at the dealership?[socalawd] [hansienna] [socalawd] [dennisctc] [socalawd] [dennisctc] [socalawd]

  Written by: dennisctc on Aug 27, 2005 6:39:20 PM

  When you didn't like those numbers(IT's ok to use your experience but not mine!!) I gave you all the recent prices paid for EX-L with RES(Not really the easiest to find)and that there were none in the then I looked at cardirect and compared them on post #4355 Whuch shows a 2415.00 difference On price not financing or whatever I can't even get 25% of what you say and a feature ... Read More

• Re: Complaining at the dealership?[socalawd] [hansienna] [socalawd] [dennisctc] [socalawd] [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Aug 27, 2005 6:05:10 PM

  Hey, you brought up MYTH, and I will bust them. I know where you got you numbers at.....cars.com vs. what you paid. You took YOUR deal and compared to a website...we've been thru this. I compared my best deal on an Oddy (which was take it or leave it) from about 4 dealers in Detroit, then I went to 4 DCX dealers. It was significant, and based on this forum alone ... Read More

• Re: Playing Games? [dustyk]

  Written by: sebring95 on Aug 5, 2005 6:12:09 AM

  The reason the Dodge/Ford/GM minivans suffer market saturation isn't necessarily because of consumer popularity, but rental popularity. There are gobs and gobs of these available used within 1-2 years with 20k-30k miles on the clock for dirt cheap. And historically, the Honda/Toyota minivans are very close to their cars in terms of resale. Not sure why minivans took a bit of a hit this year. 2004 Ody/Sienna actually had better residuals ... Read More

• Odyssey transmission discussions, etc

  Written by: autowrite on Jul 27, 2005 6:43:30 PM

  This message is also posted at Odyssey Problems This question includes the Odyssey 1999 to 2004 but includes all other vechicles in this time range. I would like to know how many transmission failures that have been recorded for all makes of vechicles (1999 - 2004) where the number was substantial? The postees in Edmunds jump all over the Odyssey but what about the Tord Windstar, Chrevrolet 'NOX, Sienna, BMW, Dodge ... Read More

• Odyssey transmission discussions, etc

  Written by: autowrite on Jul 27, 2005 6:42:16 PM

  This message is also posted at Odyssey Problems This question includes the Odyssey 1999 to 2004 but includes all other vechicles in this time range. I would like to know how many transmission failures that have been recorded for all makes of vechicles (1999 - 2004) where the number was substantial? The postees in Edmunds jump all over the Odyssey but what about the Tord Windstar, Chrevrolet 'NOX, Sienna, BMW, Dodge ... Read More

• Re: Honda dealers more responsive than DaimlerChrysler dealers [socalawd]

  Written by: jipster on Jul 21, 2005 10:22:52 AM

  Which van sales in paticular are you referring to? Dodge Caravan? Dodge Grand Caravan? Chrysler T&C? Cummulative? Let's see some numbers. I was referring in paticular to their sales strategy. What they want and what they get may not be the same. Anytime(the majority of time) a total redesign is put on the market it will usually have a high increase in sales the first year...drop some and level off for ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Re: Dodge Grand Caravan ?? [alexw1]

  Written by: dustyk on Jul 2, 2005 2:45:02 PM

  Maybe, but a little premature for a 2004. My first suspect would be a bad gas cap. Regards, Dusty

• 2000 Caravan; tranny, brakes, serpentine belt etc. etc. problems don't stop

  Written by: sweetrats on Jul 1, 2005 1:34:20 PM

  We bought our caravan new from the dealer, by 2001 we were having problems with brakes that Midas repaired and then re-repaired and re-repaired etc. When we got tired of that game we took it to the dealer and requested a brake check (2002) and were told brakes were fine. In 2003, still complaining about brakes, we were told that pads were not separating. Replaced the pads and resurfaced the rotors. ... Read More

• Dodge Grand Caravan ??

  Written by: alexw1 on Jun 30, 2005 10:19:35 AM

  I have a 2004 Grand caravan & my engine light went on at 55,000 miles. I was told that my air vacuum hoses needed to be replaced. How can I locate these hoses & is it a difficult process to fix.? Thanks !

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re:Hondas good at going 150,000 - 250,000 miles? ( # 3474)... [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Jun 22, 2005 8:41:44 PM

  You'd have to think, since DCX sells about twice as many minivans as Honda, and since Hondas are sooo great, that the number of DCX issues/complaints etc.. would be 4 times greater. Where are they??? wouldn't think that!! Look in 2 year for prices paid and buying experience there's 46 post in the DCX board. So with your reasoning DCX vans should have twice as many posts as Honda Vans. Now ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Four wheel disc [mcase2]

  Written by: jipster on Jun 12, 2005 5:07:17 AM

  The 2004 Consumer Reports minivan comparison review had the Ody at 147 ft in braking distance from 60mph.This was behind the Mazda MPV-135, the Kia Sedona 143, the Dodge Grand Caravan 144 ft. The Sienna was at 152. So, at least the Ody beat the Sienna in stopping distance for the 2004 models. Why the drastic increase in stopping distance in 2005 Ody model? Superior braking application performance by Ody drivers? ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: I'm glad you people like your Chryslers... [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Jun 11, 2005 10:41:41 AM

  Well the 2001 Dodge which is really the first year of this version. Had 6 safety recalls. Please inform us when Honda catches up. So far none of these issues have caused a accident . They seem to not look at the smoke Dodge waits for the FIRE!! The 2004 had a power steering line that was rupturing and causing fires/Loss of control. Looks like the recall was for alot of ... Read More

• Re: Speed? [dennisctc]

  Written by: socalawd on Jun 11, 2005 9:36:05 AM

  Hey this is a forum I have alot of iformation about. I owned a 2001 Dodge Caravan for 52 months until I bought a Ody EX-L with RES for $29,500. I configured a 2005 Town&Country and the cars direct price was 28,500 and still no VSC. I bought the Dodge Caravan because they said withe the new design it would score a good in the IIHS offset crash tests also it ... Read More

• Another Honda Numbers Advantage

  Written by: dennisctc on Jun 5, 2005 4:57:43 PM

  Honda - 3 recalls so far, Dodge - 1 Check em out, see which ones sound more serious... Honda Oddy Recalls Campaign Number: 05V132000 Date: 2005-Apr-05 Component: Electrical System: Fuses And Circuit Breakers Defect Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A LOOSE TERMINAL IN THE MAIN FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LOSE POWER. IF THE FUEL PUMP BECOMES INOPERATIVE, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START. Consequence Summary: IF THE FUEL ... Read More

• Chrysler vans are off and running again.

  Written by: marine2 on May 31, 2005 1:04:01 AM

  To date, Chrysler Group has sold more than 1.3 million minivans in Canada and over 10 million minivans worldwide. In Canada, DaimlerChrysler continues to be the leader of this segment, with 34.9 percent of the minivan market. Dodge Caravan was the best-selling minivan and second most popular selling vehicle in Canada for 2004. It can only get better with Stow-N-Go.

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• Re: Totalled!!!!.......(is that the right spelling??) [masshoosier]

  Written by: jipster on May 26, 2005 7:12:41 AM

  Yes masshoosier... I am an MPVer. Sorry, to hear of your accident & glad everyone is o.k. Could you describe in more detail the circumstances of your accident? Were you sitting at a light..traveling on hwy etc. I have a 2004 MPV...which has the 200 hp Ford Duratec engine in it(beginning with the 2002 model) I believe the 2000 & 2001 models have the 160hp engines. From what I have read ... Read More

• Minivan Shopping

  Written by: jipster on Apr 8, 2005 7:31:29 PM

  The new car show opened in Louisville today. I promised Hansienna a review/comparison of the top minivans....so here it is Hans (the rest of ya can read it too) Well, first off...let's talk about atmosphere.Breathtaking....ahh...new cars under one humongous roof as far as the eye could see. I quickly learned not to walk to close to the vendors, who were looking to catch your eye to sell you anything from gutter ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• 2005 Calendar YTD Sales through April

  Written by: badgerfan on May 10, 2005 7:02:02 AM

  Caravan 81,696 vs 2004 80,020 a 2% increase Town and Country 61,156 vs 2004 38,333 over a 59% increase. Odyssey 55,566 vs 2004 45,169 a 23% increase Sienna 47,914 vs 2004 56,348 a 15% decrease Odyssey gaining ground which understandable with a new model replacing one that had been around since 1999. Sienna losing ground-- reasons????? Chrysler version of the DaimlerChrysler twins is really zooming in sales with Dodge slightly increased. ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan engine dies

  Written by: steve67 on Apr 30, 2005 2:53:25 PM

  We have a 2002 Grand Caravan with a 3.3L V6 that we purchased new in December 2001. In June 2003, while driving at about 35 mph (after about an hour on the road) without warning the engine suddenly lost power and died. After getting it to the side of the road, we had to wait about 5 minutes before it would start again. Then it ran fine until the same thing ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: Here is the site [robr2]

  Written by: mrblonde49 on Apr 14, 2005 1:59:53 PM

  March 05 to March 04 is 28% increase: Sales of Chrysler Group minivans, the industry sales leader and the only minivans with the exclusive Stow 'n Go seating system surged 28 percent to 41,015 units, surpassing previous year sales of 30,817 units. Chrysler Town & Country sales increased 32 percent to 16,262 units compared to 11,881 units last year. Dodge Caravan posted sales of 24,753 units, an increase of 26 percent ... Read More

Minivans - Domestic or Foreign

• MPV VS CARAVAN/GRAND

  Written by: jipster on Apr 14, 2005 11:16:31 AM

  This is only a one van sample...but my sisters 1998 Grand Caravan engine blew up on their way to Florida last week. They had recently made several 1000's $ in repairs. Bought themselves a big ol Dodge Durango. Sounds to me you've pretty much made up your mine to go with the MPV. I have a 2004 MPV LX and it is the perfect minivan for our family of 4. We ... Read More

• Re: First experience with minivans, advice is needed [mmahamm]

  Written by: marine2 on Feb 17, 2005 8:45:31 AM

  "If you are buying used, you can't go wrong looking at the Chrysler T&C or Voyager, or Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan. I bought one with 24K Miles on it for less than $16,000. This one was loaded. I could have gotten a used 2004 or 2005 with about 20K miles for less than $14,000, but did not want bench seats or built-in child safety seats." True as long as you don't buy ... Read More

• Re: First experience with minivans, advice is needed [rytrom]

  Written by: mmahamm on Feb 10, 2005 12:50:58 PM

  Rytrom,   Last November when I was shopping for a used minivan, I went in thinking either Honda, Ford, or Chrysler/Dodge. I found Hondas too expensive, Fords too scarce.   If you are buying used, you can't go wrong looking at the Chrysler T&C or Voyager, or Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan. I bought one with 24K Miles on it for less than $16,000. This one was loaded. I could have gotten a ... Read More

Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Voyager

• Re: 2004 Grand Caravan instrument panel lights [bcoleman]

  Written by: marine2 on Feb 7, 2005 9:32:22 PM

  "Actually though, my question is concerning the bulbs that should illuminate (or so I thought) the head lamp switch and the control for the side-view mirrors. The dealer told me that there is NOT a bulb that illuminates those controls...which I find pretty odd, considering every other control lights up?? Can anyone please confirm this for me? Thank you ... "   I have a 2005 Dodge GC and none of ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• Re: CR Versus C&D [jipster]

  Written by: denver5357 on Jan 31, 2005 12:27:21 PM

  "Honda Ody won in C&D's 5 Best Trucks.Though the field nominated was fairly weak(i.e Buick Terraza,Chevy Uplander,Dodge Caravan...NOT the Grand or T&C,Pontiac Montana ,Saturn Relay and the Toyota Sienna.)"   Holy smokes, that's more than fairly weak. Almost no one compares the Ody to that subset ... it is always Ody, Sienna, T&C and sometimes Quest. What a weird sorting they picked. BTW, was this rating for the 2005 Ody or ... Read More

• Re: Why did Chrysler T&C outsell every brand but Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan? [macakava]

  Written by: badgerfan on Jan 7, 2005 12:57:35 PM

  Macakava, that is too simple.   DaimlerChrysler has two plants dedicated exclusively to minivan production and can simply build more than twice as many as either Toyota or Honda.   Sure DC would like to sell them all at MSRP, however to keep the factories humming requires incentives. So what? That is good for the consumer, even those consumers who buy Siennas and Odysseys, as this creates pricing pressure upon them ... Read More

• Re: Why did Chrysler T&C outsell every brand but Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan? [mrblonde49]

  Written by: macakava on Jan 7, 2005 10:20:19 AM

  It is called year-end rebates/incentives to pad up the 2004 year sale numbers. That was when I noticed DGC at about $16K and T & C for under $20K.   Sienna and Ody do not wish to play that game to that extent because they know that they can command better prices for their superior products.

• Why did Chrysler T&C outsell every brand but Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan?

  Written by: hansienna on Jan 6, 2005 6:50:47 PM

  Check the link for yourself. Macakava has apparently not been very convincing with reasons to buy the Odyssey.       December 2004 Sales Numbers:   Caravan/Grand Caravan - 24,944 Chrysler T&C - 16,377 Honda Odyssey - 15,687 Toyota Sienna - 12,423        Interestingly, Dodge, Chrysler, and Honda sales were up for December over November while most other minivan sales were down.      The Mazda MPV was DOWN significantly from a low 2336 in ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Re: 2001 Computer or Electrical Problem Help [myleo]

  Written by: romadtsgt on Nov 5, 2004 7:08:06 PM

  I own a 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX, unfortunately. Thirteen times to the shop in 3 and 1/2 years. Chrysler and the Dealer have treated us very poorly. Our lastest problems have been electrical, Transmission Control Module, ABS Module, Front Control Module, and Headlight Switch. I'll never buy another Chrysler product, nor will any of my 5 children. Check out the problems that I've encountered over the last 3 and 1/2 ... Read More

• Re: 2003 grand caravan problems [bull1]

  Written by: l?a on Nov 3, 2004 9:55:51 AM

  I have a 2002 dodge grand caravan and since we have it, it's always at the garage. Last saturday oct30-2004, The transmission went.In 2003 a power steering hose went. Then we went for the door at the back,it wan't closing right. We had some chrysler car before and we never had problem. The next one wont be a van. I'm tired of having to bring the van to the garage and ... Read More

• looking to by 2005 dodge grand caravan

  Written by: hhall on Oct 16, 2004 10:03:49 PM

  I was reading some of the information on the site about the quality and reliability of the dodge mini vans and it was not very encouraging information. I would enjoy hearing from people if they have good experiences with the 2004 dodge caravans, or should I stay away from them?

Chrysler Voyager/Dodge Caravan Prices Paid and Buying Experience 2003-2007

• 2004 GRand Caravan or T & C

  Written by: andrelaplume on Jul 18, 2004 9:04:10 PM

  what is a good price for a left over 04 model. Likely the Sport model Dodge which appears popular and I don't see any options I'd add.

• Re: Price on Dodge Caravan STX 2004 [bluetrainstop #7]

  Written by: bluetrainstop on Apr 23, 2004 6:41:33 AM

  I just answered my own question. We got a 2004 Caravan SXT for $20,500 out the door. So we did almost get it for 20,000. It was the last one on the lot. It had the popular equipment pkg, quad seating, cd player, roof rack, alloy wheels and power drivers seat. The other van we got a price of 18,590 only had a roof rack as the options in it. We ... Read More

Chrysler Minivan Transmission Problems

• Re: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan -- Should I buy it? [loahei #460]

  Written by: bluetrainstop on Apr 23, 2004 6:32:23 AM

  We just traded in our 1998 Dodge Caravan Sport with 77,000 miles. Last year at 66,000 we had to replace the head gaskets for 850.00. If you go on edmunds and look at the consumer reviews for that specific model year you'll see that that the transmissions go and the A/C compressor. I would NOT buy it. We got rid of ours now because we didn't want to pay for a ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Can you believe it!

  Written by: sxt4me on Apr 12, 2004 6:20:17 PM

  My 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT after 5,900 miles needs a brand new transmission. And, the dealer says the thing is most likely going to be a refurbished from an 03 model. Hey guys, listen to the wife and buy the Sienna. I may have saved $3,000 but the headaches are not worth it. Should I go on? Take a really close look at what you getting. Cheap Plastic, poor performing ... Read More

Chrysler Voyager/Dodge Caravan Prices Paid and Buying Experience 2003-2007

• Price on Dodge Caravan STX 2004

  Written by: bluetrainstop on Mar 20, 2004 5:13:29 AM

  With the 2005 and the stow and go on dealer lots the incentives on the 2004 models are high. $2000 cash back plus 0% financing on the Caravan STX short wheel base AND an additional $1000 on your trade-in. Some dealers are also giving dealer discounts in addition to the manufacturers. I got a price of $18590 (includes rebates) plus tax tags and destination charges. Trying to get one for 17,200 ... Read More

Honda Odyssey vs Dodge/Chrysler minivans

• laundryguy

  Written by: bluetrainstop on Mar 19, 2004 6:25:19 AM

  Thanks for advice. The 2003 Caravan is certified by Dodge and my husband checked it out and got the CARFAX report and all seems to be okay. Still we both lost our guts to buy it and told the man NO yesterday. Can't get by the fact someone would sell a van after only 7100 miles. Anyway, we are hoping for a great deal on 2004 Caravan STX, got a price ... Read More

• bluetrainstop - 2003 Caravan SXT vs 2004 Ody

  Written by: laundryguy on Mar 17, 2004 7:55:50 PM

  If you are in the market for a short wheel base minivan, I would take a hard look at the Mazda MPV, which gets rave reviews, handles exceptional well, and is considerably less than the Honda - many ads for under $20,000 in Chicago area papers recently and will hold value very well. If you have occupants of any size in the 3rd row, they will be much happier in the ... Read More

• decision on dodge or honda

  Written by: bluetrainstop on Mar 17, 2004 8:40:40 AM

  hayneldan - Thank you for the information of the maintenance/recall/tsb site for edmunds. This is what I found. The 2003 Dodge Caravan has had 3 recalls and 31 TSB. The 2004 Dodge Caravan has had 2 recalls and 7 TSB's already. The 2004 Honda Odyssey has zero recalls and zero TSB's. That is quite an eye opener. We just might strain our finances $5000 dollars to buy that Honda afterall. Thanks ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• Is this a good deal for me?:2004 Dodge/Caravan SE. $17,500

  Written by: mocsdnumde on Mar 4, 2004 9:23:03 PM

  Hi, I am new to this board and not sure if it is the right place to post the following. If not, please pardon me for disturbing. I would like to buy my first van. I got a quote from a dealer. Is it a good deal for me?     2004 Dodge/Caravan SE. $17,500     Options: sunscreen glass and rear defroster. Thanks .

Chrysler Minivan Transmission Problems

• 191,000 miles with one minor problem

  Written by: blk97aurora on Dec 31, 2003 9:37:08 PM

  My wife and I just bought a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT to replace our 1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE, which has been totaled due to a rear-end collision. The GV (3.3-liter) has 191,000 miles on it; transaxle fluid was changed once at 100,000 miles. The only problem in all those miles was one speed sensor replacement. When I ordered the GV in 1990, I specified the AHT trailer prep package ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT transmission noise

  Written by: sxt4me on Dec 30, 2003 9:56:11 AM

  Anybody experiencing a humming noise coming from the transmission on your new 04 Grand Caravan? The noise happens when coasting to a stop between 0 and 25 MPH. I have less than 150 miles and just purchased a couple of days ago.

Dodge Caravan/Chrysler Voyager

• looking for 2004 service manual

  Written by: blk97aurora on Dec 23, 2003 6:14:14 PM

  DaimlerChrysler techauthority sells two service manuals that appear to be for my vehicle (2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT): "2004 RS Minivan Service Manual" for $150 (paper, I assume) and "2004 Town & Country / Caravan Service Manual CD" for $90. Two questions: I have used paper factory service manuals for over 30 years, but never had experience with CD versions. How do they compare? I would expect the CD version to ... Read More

• DVD rear seat video

  Written by: blk97aurora on Dec 23, 2003 5:19:03 PM

  I'm looking to add DVD rear seat video to my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. Have started research but am having difficulty finding answers. Can anyone comment on factory-installed or MOPAR accessory system (DVD player in-dash with 7" fold-down screen in overhead console plus wireless headphones) in a Grand Caravan, Caravan, T&C, or Voyager (maybe Durango is similar too)? Can anyone verify whether or not wiring for the overhead already exists ... Read More

Dodge/Plymouth/Chrysler Minivan Problems & Solutions

• no illumination for controls

  Written by: blk97aurora on Dec 17, 2003 5:40:22 PM

  I have found that the steering wheel speed controls and dash-mounted controls for power mirrors and parking/headlights are not illuminated, so they cannot be seen at night. There is a lighted indicator to show when fog lights are on. My vehicle is a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. Is this lack of illumination a design "feature" or does my vehicle have an electrical defect? I will be seeing the dealer's service ... Read More

• Dodge Caravan - Transmission Trouble cont

  Written by: distraught21 on Aug 12, 2003 9:47:28 AM

  In follow up to my previous posting ... looking for other 2003 Dodge Caravan owners with low mileage and tran troubles. Bought the car with 54 miles on it... they had to remove trans at 300 miles and replace front pump (which I was told from Chrysler was an upgrade for the 2004). Picked up car ... still had harsh downshift problem ... now they say that it is a 8/1 ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: larryintn on Aug 12, 2003 5:00:38 AM

  We just bought a 2002 Grand Caravan Sport. It had 16000 miles and cost $16598. Took it on a 1275 mile road trip last month and it performed well. I liked the Caravan's strong points (size, ride, low noise level, integrated child seats and various features) over the competition and the competition's strong points (magic seat and Japanese reliability) wasn't as important to us. I also liked the relative value with ... Read More

• Chyrsler - We are Moving On!

  Written by: filko on Apr 4, 2003 9:06:21 AM

  We own a 96 Dodge Grand Caravan and after having been stranded with our 3 children a number of times along with the number of times it has been in the shop for repair - I can only say "never again". My husband has worked with Chrysler directly on a number of occasions on paying for the work to be done but in the case of our 3rd transmission replacement at ... Read More