2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Reviews - Page 6 of 6

If right turn signal is pushed into position, the left one blinks.

Wiper fluid onto the windshield does not function. High beams come on instead.

High beams no longer work unless pull back VERY hard.

When shifting into either drive or reverse, the vehicle hesitates and sometimes after several tries still does not want go.

Vehicle "died" after driving it. After it was jump-started, the dash lights blinked and gave a light show.

The dealership mechanic area counter-woman stated that "as long as the lights come on in the right order, it doesn't make a difference". It still does it and the Dodge dealership "cannot duplicate the problem". This translates into NOT fixing it.

That first paragraph can be repeated many times. The dealership needs to "duplicate the problem" in order to fix ANYthing. Thus, NONE of the problems associated with the directional/high beam/wiper fluid stick has been addressed.

As for the transmission problem, I haven't even bothered to take it to the dealership. I have an extended warranty, but I would not suggest that anyone else purchase such a thing.

The dash light problem was fixed by replacing the battery. I had only owned the vehicle, which I purchased used, for four and one half months. I argued that a battery that is supposed to last for three years should be replaced by the dealership at no cost to me. They did not agree.

Sway bar and bushings had to be replaced at 35353 miles.

The transmission had to be replaced at 41212 miles.

The blinkers started working intermittently at 44000 miles.

The AC compressor locked up at 49870 miles.

The van rides good and handles well.

However it has had some serious problems since the day I bought it.

I have never owned a vehicle that has had this many problems with so few miles.

I will never buy another Chrysler product for as long as I live.

Sway bar bushings. Went to a local Chrysler dealer For recall on PS hose. Just checked or replaced air filter, WW blades etc. and he wanted to sell me same.

Bought the van on E Bay for $8000. I figured, late model, high miles, at least the mileage would be correct. So far, no bad surprises! Looks as good as the '03 Caravan I bought new. It seems to be an early '02 so I'm having problems buying parts on E- Bay. Example, Cassette CD radio is '01!

Power steering under recall

Front sway bar links.

I don't get it, what have people done wrong for the transmission to fail on these newer Dodge minivan

Personally, I work in a Chrysler dealership and I've never seen one with this problem. 2000 and below, yes, but not 2001 and up

Anyways, for the price, it's a good buy and I would certainly buy another one.

Ride is excellent, comfortable, everything is original at 60,000+ kms

Faulty wipers at 13km.

Rear suspension dropped at 12280.

Transmission failure at 18690.

It has a quite acceptable performance (0-60 in 12.4sec) but it's not quick like other minivans I driven.

The engine heats up quickly when driving at highway speed (above 120 km/h 70mph).

The passenger power seat works sometimes.

The transmission went out at 29,500 miles.

One of the best vans on the market considering handling, ride, power, interior.

They STILL have transmission problems though!!