2000 Dodge Grand Caravan review from North America
"A very poor choice as a used vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes required replacing 3 times, averaging 10,000km per set of pads, and 20,000km per set of rotors.
Serious valve cover gasket leak at 138,000km.
Rear shocks required replacement at 138,000km.
Water pump failed at 155,000km.
Wiper arm snapped off while in use at 155,000km.
Brake light switch failed at 155,000km.
Rear wheel bearings began to howl at 160,000km.
Battery died at 160,000km.
Air conditioning failed at 170,000km.
General comments?
I purchased the van with high kilometres, thinking I was saving. Not only was I faced with ongoing repair/maintenance issues, but the resale value plummetted. At 170,000km, in spite of being in excellent condition, I am forced to practically give the van away, as its reputation has now preceded it.
The van is extremely practical, comfortable, and enjoyable to drive; but unless purchased new, with all the warranty available to man, I would avoid buying another one.
My next vehicle will not be a Chrysler product.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 135000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 172000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Grand Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2004 |