1996 Dodge Caravan review from North America
"Piece of Junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission broke last week - this was the last straw!
Calipers froze up.
Rotors replaced 3 times in 6 years.
Emergency brake catch broke.
Horn would not work.
Airbag light stayed on.
Rear seat belts were defective (recalled)
Head gasket blew at 30,000 miles and again last week.
Alternator belt came off right after purchase.
General comments?
Under no circumstances, do not purchase a '97 Dodge Caravan! As someone else said, it is the money pit on wheels.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 14 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 2nd September, 2003 |