2002 Dodge Caravan Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2002 Dodge Caravan. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V531000Nov 2, 2004238,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
  Covers: Dodge Caravan 2001–2002, Grand Caravan 2001–2002, Chrysler Town And Country 2001–2002 +1 more

  Reported issue: On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.

  Possible consequence: This could result in a speaker fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• 04V386000Aug 5, 2004681,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
  Covers: Dodge Caravan 2002–2004, Chrysler Town And Country 2002–2004, Voyager 2002–2004 +1 more

  Reported issue: On certain minivans equipped with 3.3 or 3.8l v-6 engine, the upper power steering cooler hose may split and cause a fluid leak.

  Possible consequence: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• 03V094000Mar 7, 20033,674 vehicles potentially affected
  Body and structure
  Covers: Dodge Caravan 2000–2003, Ford Explorer 2000–2003, Dodge Grand Caravan 2000–2003 +9 more

  Reported issue: Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.

  Possible consequence: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.

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• 01V310000Oct 4, 200152,649 vehicles potentially affected
  Child seat
  Covers: Dodge Caravan 2002, Chrysler Town And Country 2002, Voyager 2002 +1 more

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: certain mini vans fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner manuals supplied with these vehicles do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with tether anchorages and child restraint anchorage systems as required by the standard.

  Possible consequence: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

  Remedy: Owners will be provided with the necessary child restraint system information. Owner notification is expected to begin october 8, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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