1993 Dodge Caravan Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 338about this part
- Share
- 36%of 949 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 140,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 338 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Dodge Caravan, 36% of the 949 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 140,000 miles. 12 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When driving the vehicle, at random times the ABS system warning lights turn on and then I have no brakes. I have taken it to several repair shops, seen various mechanics and dealerships and it continues to be a serious problem. No one has been able to solve or fix the problem. As a senior citizen, I am not in a position to purchase a newer vehicle, thus I continue to drive this vehicle. I am afraid that I may not be as fortunate when the brakes go out again.”
NHTSA complaint #10614880, filed 2014-07, 130,000 miles“Questioning daimler's chrysler application of NHTSA's required recall (flat_cpl.zip file, #2772, # 96v099000, dated june 18, 1996) concerning the ABS brake system on my 1993 Dodge grand Caravan. Problem has not been resolved and dealer says that it is very difficult to determine the problem. I spent about $500 for dealer(jerry's Dodge, springfield, va) to replace booster and actuator switch which did not fix the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10051055, filed 2003-12, 149,000 miles“Reference: NHTSA campaign id number: 96v099000. I never received a recall notice from Dodge/chrysler about this defect. Nevertheless, by coincidence on 03/05/1998 I brought the 1993 Dodge Caravan to an authorized dealer complaining about the ABS not working correctly. The dealer did not apply the recall remedy and claimed that the ABS was operating normally. Documentation available. On april 20, 2007 I brought the vehicle to an independent auto center again complaining about the ABS not working correctly. …”
NHTSA complaint #10194244, filed 2007-06, 158,158 miles“Tie rods went in the front. Brake pads had to be replaced. Then driving on the highway during rush hour traffic I lost the brakes. Pulled over and called to have the car towed in. Mechanic said the master cylinder needed replacement but because ABS brakes, a new cylinder cannot be found. Dodge stopped making them because they were faulty.”
NHTSA complaint #10993867, filed 2017-06, 145,000 miles“I am having a problem with the A/C, heater switching to blow out through the defrost when accelerating or under load causing poor cooling/heating. I talked to chrysler and they said it would cost to figure out what is causing it to switch. I have had the compressor replaced while it was under warranty because it was leaking. I had to replace the cooling fan after warranty. It failed again almost a year later. But the part was replaced with only installation cost. I would be interested in knowing what other things can be done to solve the problem of switching to defrost. …”
NHTSA complaint #10070370, filed 2004-01, 120,000 milesRelated recalls
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.Covers: Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993 +7 more
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | 9% |
| 2014 | 2 | 10% |
| 2012 | 9 | 10% |
| 2011 | 6 | 8% |
| 2010 | 23 | 13% |
| 2009 | 11 | 9% |
| 2008 | 62 | 21% |
| 2007 | 10 | 12% |
| 2006 | 12 | 7% |
| 2005 | 19 | 4% |
| 2004 | 8 | 12% |
| 2003 | 35 | 18% |
| 2002 | 16 | 7% |
| 2001 | 14 | 5% |
| 2000 | 55 | 12% |
| 1999 | 50 | 9% |
| 1998 | 48 | 8% |
| 1997 | 72 | 10% |
| 1996 | 153 | 11% |
| 1995 | 62 | 13% |
| 1994 | 63 | 10% |
| 1993 | 338 | 36% |
| 1992 | 271 | 30% |
| 1991 | 215 | 35% |
| 1990 | 16 | 6% |
| 1989 | 10 | 5% |
| 1988 | 4 | 4% |
| 1987 | 3 | 4% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
| 1985 | 5 | 10% |
| 1984 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1993 Dodge Caravan
114 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
101 complaintsSteering
92 complaintsEngine cooling
86 complaintsBody and structure
82 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
52 complaintsElectrical system
44 complaintsAir bags
34 complaintsSeats
31 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
30 complaintsEquipment
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Dodge Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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