1997 Dodge Caravan LE review from North America
"Keeping this car running has been a major drain on my bank account"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have a stack of repair receipts costing me several thousand dollars.
Multiple break work -- two only 10,000 miles apart. These two break jobs alone cost me $1,000.
Universal belt comes off when I drive through a mud puddle. This is a continuing problem.
Clock spring (air bag, cruise control, horn) failed. This was taken to the dealer, but not fixed successfully. Later the clock spring was recalled. My cruise control and horn still don't work.
Phantom electrical problems, primarily in the windshield wipers, which come on randomly and don't go off when turned off.
General comments?
This car is a big lemon that has cost me way too much to keep running. Several of the problems seriously compromise my safety. I will trade it in soon and never buy another Dodge.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 68000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Voyager |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2003 |