1994 Dodge Caravan Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 6%of 644 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 114,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the electrical system of the 1994 Dodge Caravan, 6% of the 644 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 114,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Lacks power, wants to stall like it's not getting any fuel, have replaced numerous parts including what was listed on the diagnostic scans, clunking noise under van. Nothing seems to correct the problem. Have spent over $600 in parts alone, not counting labor.”
NHTSA complaint #10130729, filed 2005-07, 114,000 miles“When driving consumer noticed the clock/ radio/ headlights and windshield wipers were flashing off and on without operator controling the components. Also gas gauge and speedometer malfunctioned, gauges were moving up and down. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has linked the problem to the body control computer which need replacing. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #863673, filed 2000-06“This vehicle stalls when slowing down and making turns, the vehicle loses the steering and braking ability. Consumer states at various times the vehicle will stall, since the vehicle has power steering and powere brakes once the vehcile is stalled unable to steer or brake, dealer and manufacturer has been contacted but have been unable to pin point the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #804639, filed 1996-11“Horn/cigarette lighter and the booster in the radio do not work. Also, when turning heater fan switch on high, liftgate opens. Dealer has been notified about the problems with the van. None of the problem have been corrrected. Please provide any furhter information.”
NHTSA complaint #856477, filed 2000-02“Passenger's side airbag deployed without ignition being on, causing the electrical system to malfunction. Recently the driver's side airbag also deployed while in park. Dealer can't find solution.”
NHTSA complaint #833128, filed 1999-01Electrical 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 1994 Dodge Caravan
111 complaintsAir bags
94 complaintsBody and structure
78 complaintsEngine cooling
66 complaintsBrakes
63 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
57 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
44 complaintsSteering
38 complaintsEquipment
34 complaintsSeat belts
31 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsOther or unknown
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 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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