1996 Dodge Caravan Base review from North America
"This van is a true lemon.."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had to have the transmission rebuilt at 37,000 miles. The brakes and rotors have been replaced about 6-7 times. It goes though brakes continuously. I have had to replace the serpentine belt five times (very expensive. It has an oil leak. Head gasket needs replacement. The lights on the dash board the controls the heat and air conditioning have been flashing on and off on the dash board for over two years and now the the blower will not work (it only worked on high). The A/C does not work. They say it is the compressor. The inside trim on the doors (rubber gaskets) have come off three times. This car has truly been a nightmare. I have put several calls into Dodge and not one person has called me back. This Van has truly been a lemon from day one.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 234 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 26th September, 2002 |