2000 Dodge Grand Caravan Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 33about this part
- Share
- 7%of 442 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 33 complaints about the body and structure of the 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan, 7% of the 442 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,500 miles. 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.
“I bought a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan new in november of 2000. It now has 244,000 miles and still runs very good. I take care of it and do most needed repairs myself. I noticed a few years ago, some rust forming at the top of the strut towers never knowing of the service bulletin issued by chrysler/Dodge on october 14, 2002 - bulletin # 23-044-02. I would have paid more attention to this issue if I would have known about the bulletin at the time it was issued. …”
NHTSA complaint #10605344, filed 2014-06, 244,000 miles“While changing the front struts of my 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan, I found the front left strut tower to be extremely rusted. It hasn't rusted through yet, but looks like it will only be a matter of weeks. I called my local Dodge dealer and they said a recall had not been issued, but a TSB had been. This means I have to pay for it, even they know it's a problem. Bad customer service on chrysler's part. I will not buy another product from them, as they don't stand behind their products.”
NHTSA complaint #10299654, filed 2010-01, 92,682 miles“The drivers side shock tower has completely rusted out. I had a 1996 caravan that did the same thing. There are many repair caps that will help structural support if the rust has not spread too far. Unfortunately, this will not help me. The rust was hidden under the paint and extends 4-5 inches down the strut tower. With the vehicle under weight and from driving it, there is now a tear in the metal on the side if the strut tower from front to back at a downward angle. This makes the vehicle undriveable and a major safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10382908, filed 2011-02, 100,000 miles“The problem described herein is about my 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan. Over the past year I noticed some rusting at the left top strut tower. I questioned it at the time, but was told it was not serious. During the past week I was replacing the air filter and noticed that now over one half of the strut area was heavily rusted and had large cracks on one side. I took it to my local chrysler dealer to see if the rust through warranty would apply, or if it was a common problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10165134, filed 2006-08, 60,000 miles“I had an oil change done at a chrysler dealer the service advisor noted on the repair order and told my wife that the front strut towers were rusting out and that the strut could break though the tower causing a loss of control of the van.”
NHTSA complaint #10145652, filed 2005-12, 148,000 milesRelated recalls
- 03V094000Mar 7, 2003Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by…Covers: Dodge Grand Caravan 2000–2003, Ford Explorer 2000–2003, Expedition 2000–2003 +9 more
Related 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 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
95 complaintsEngine cooling
76 complaintsSuspension
56 complaintsBrakes
45 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsSteering
30 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsEquipment
11 complaintsExterior lighting
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Dodge Grand 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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