2001 Dodge Caravan review from North America
"Awful"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recently required a timing belt but learned we would have to pay an extra $500 for the retrofit as Chrysler changed the belt for later models and no longer manufactures older version. We also learned Chrysler had a "silent recall" for a few months, and as a result, only owners requiring replacement of their timing belts during that time received the retrofit. Chrysler only utilizes "silent recalls" on expensive repairs.
So many other problems with the transmission, motor mount and other parts, I can't remember them all. I was so accustomed to a vehicle constantly breaking down.
Common practice of Customer service is hanging up along with rude behavior. Chrysler executives do not respond to complaints. No longer own our 2001 Caravan and have no intention of ever again purchasing a Chrysler vehicle.
General comments?
Experienced several transmission replacements (6) with the Caravan and Grand Caravan.
Roomy comfortable roomy interior. Only good point.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 124500 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Grand Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 23rd March, 2008 |