1991 Dodge Caravan Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 3%of 617 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 216,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the electrical system of the 1991 Dodge Caravan, 3% of the 617 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 216,500 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1991 Dodge Caravan 3.3 liter engine problems caused by oil pan clearance to the ground cause possible damage to the oil pan in a bottom out situation if the damage goes unnoticed it could lead to a possable fire situation due to oil deposits on the lower side of the van . Possible solution to this problem would be a more compact oil pan that is farther from the ground . Other noted problems with this model Caravan insofent back up lights cause problems backing up the veicle in the evening hours in low light situations . …”
NHTSA complaint #10061874, filed 2004-03, 216,500 miles“1991 Dodge Caravan 3.3 liter engine. Problems caused by oil pan clearance to the ground cause possible damage to the oil pan in a bottom out situation if the damage goes unnoticed it could lead to a possible fire situation due to oil deposits on the lower side of the van . Possible solution to this problem would be a more compact oil pan that is farther from the ground .there noted problems with this model Caravan insufficient back up lights cause problems backing up the vehicle in the evening hours in low light situations . …”
NHTSA complaint #10061875, filed 2004-03, 216,500 miles“Started missing at frist, then a no start. I've changed the timing chain, crank sensor, camshaft sensor, coil pack. Tried a new ECM. There's voltage to the coil pack, but no spark. I've checked wiring circuit, and auto shut down relay .”
NHTSA complaint #10970660, filed 2017-04“1991 Dodge Caravan. Consumer writes in regards to anti lock brake system recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated he paid for the repairs on april 20, 2006 and was charged $376.73, even though a recall had been issued. The consumer experienced ABS problems again in december 2013. The consumer stated the recall letter stated if the problem occurred again, chrysler would cover any repairs. The dealer informed the consumer, he had to pay $112 for a diagnostic test, to see if the problem would be covered, under the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #10574533, filed 2014-03“Main cable in the ignition switch short out, causing the van to die while driving. Van was being repaired for the second time for this problem. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #862532, filed 2000-05Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4 | 17% |
| 2014 | 7 | 35% |
| 2013 | 15 | 50% |
| 2012 | 47 | 54% |
| 2011 | 54 | 69% |
| 2010 | 79 | 46% |
| 2009 | 72 | 61% |
| 2008 | 162 | 54% |
| 2007 | 9 | 11% |
| 2006 | 30 | 17% |
| 2005 | 123 | 23% |
| 2004 | 8 | 12% |
| 2003 | 29 | 15% |
| 2002 | 33 | 13% |
| 2001 | 29 | 11% |
| 2000 | 33 | 7% |
| 1999 | 64 | 12% |
| 1998 | 68 | 11% |
| 1997 | 96 | 13% |
| 1996 | 213 | 15% |
| 1995 | 40 | 8% |
| 1994 | 36 | 6% |
| 1993 | 44 | 5% |
| 1992 | 35 | 4% |
| 1991 | 19 | 3% |
| 1990 | 14 | 5% |
| 1989 | 15 | 8% |
| 1988 | 7 | 7% |
| 1987 | 4 | 6% |
| 1986 | 2 | 4% |
| 1985 | 5 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1991 Dodge Caravan
215 complaintsSeat belts
90 complaintsBody and structure
80 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
57 complaintsEngine cooling
41 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
39 complaintsSteering
38 complaintsFuel system
25 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
23 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsSeats
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Dodge Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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