1998 Dodge Caravan SE review from North America
"The car has literally fell apart before my eyes"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Steering linkage replaced at 50,000 miles.
Rear brake cylinders at 50,000 miles.
Oil pump went at 70,000 miles.
Engine started making noise and needs replacement at 70,000 miles.
Transmission started slipping at 60,000 miles.
Rack and pinion and power steering lines started leaking at 77,000 miles.
Driver's side strut mount rusted through and will eventually break through at 77,000 miles.
General comments?
The car has had constant problems and has needed continual repair.
Absolutely the worst car I've ever owned.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 77000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 2nd October, 2005 |