1999 Dodge Grand Caravan Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 4%of 432 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 16 complaints about the body and structure of the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan, 4% of the 432 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 114,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We bought our Dodge Grand Caravan new in 1999. Today (may 13,2009) I went to a local repair shop for routine maintenance. Mechanic showed me the strut mount on the driver's side was rusting away. One-quarter to one-third of the metal supporting the strut mount was completely rusted out. It was large enough that you could have stuck your hand through it. I then took it to a local body shop they then called the local Dodge dealership regarding any history of this type of problem. Dealership acknowledged a history of this type of problem and said a kit was available to fix it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10268683, filed 2009-05, 204,000 miles“While repairing a faulty strut in the front end I discovered a rusted through tower on the driver's side. The hole is about one-third the circumference of the top of the tower. The top is also partially bent upwards from the force of the strut pushing up. If this breaks through the driver side front suspension will collapse and cause an accident. Dodge issued TSB 23-044-02 to repair the problem, the dealer I talked to, herb chambers in danvers mass., said the right way to fix it is to remove the motor and weld in a new tower. This is very costly, probably more than the value of the van. …”
NHTSA complaint #10290861, filed 2009-11, 190,786 miles“My 1999 caravan has the left driver's side shock tower rusted out. The is a common flaw and a significant safety issue. This should be recalled by the dealer and repaired. They've had so many vans do this, they created a repair part kit. If the shock breaks through while driving, severe injuries due to loss of vehicle control will likely occur.”
NHTSA complaint #10339029, filed 2010-06, 90,000 miles“Car was reported to (chrysler) to have rust at weld seams in various places, but only on the drivers side of the van. The vehicle was at the end or only one week out of warranty and the chrysler service rep. Would not even look at the problem. It is an obvious manufacturing defect from improper paint / weld prep and could cause a serious accident (shock tower rust). …”
NHTSA complaint #10082651, filed 2004-07, 79,000 miles“My 99 Dodge Grand Caravan has the strut towers rusting away,creaking and popping noises continue,no repair done yet,can't imagine what is going to happen when they fail to support the weight of the vehicle when it's driven down the road.”
NHTSA complaint #10252067, filed 2008-12, 99,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 29 | 12% |
| 2018 | 59 | 22% |
| 2017 | 95 | 23% |
| 2016 | 228 | 23% |
| 2015 | 24 | 9% |
| 2014 | 17 | 5% |
| 2013 | 26 | 6% |
| 2012 | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 | 19 | 4% |
| 2010 | 18 | 2% |
| 2009 | 7 | 1% |
| 2008 | 27 | 2% |
| 2007 | 14 | 8% |
| 2006 | 36 | 13% |
| 2005 | 70 | 7% |
| 2004 | 4 | 3% |
| 2003 | 14 | 6% |
| 2002 | 19 | 7% |
| 2001 | 9 | 3% |
| 2000 | 33 | 7% |
| 1999 | 16 | 4% |
| 1998 | 27 | 5% |
| 1997 | 18 | 3% |
| 1996 | 59 | 5% |
| 1995 | 20 | 19% |
| 1994 | 33 | 17% |
| 1993 | 32 | 11% |
| 1992 | 33 | 13% |
| 1991 | 11 | 9% |
| 1990 | 5 | 9% |
| 1989 | 2 | 8% |
| 1988 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan
83 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
72 complaintsElectrical system
62 complaintsEngine cooling
57 complaintsBrakes
54 complaintsSuspension
37 complaintsVehicle speed control
34 complaintsSteering
29 complaintsSeat belts
19 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsExterior lighting
13 complaintsSeats
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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