2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 3%of 298 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, 3% of the 298 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We have a 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan with dual sliding doors and power leftists. The power sliding door was starting to close and it hit my wife's hand and did not stop. It cut 3 fingers on her hand. As it was hitting her hand she put pressure on the door and it went back. We have reported this to Dodge and their accident department said someone would contact us to inspect the vehicle. They have not done so. I have three small children ages 2 years to 4 years and if the door hit them it would crush them possibly to death.”
NHTSA complaint #10045108, filed 2003-10, 37,435 miles“The first year I purchased the vehicle, I had to take it in for fuel issues ,paid out $50 the first time for deductible, then the second year $150 same problem, fuel, had to have a new fuel pump,now I have having more fuel problems which means I will have to pay out $250 being this is my third year. Now I was reading online that there have been some recalls for this same problem on Dodge caravans. I would like to know if there is anything I can do, to have y problem looked at and fixed without coming out of my pocket a 3rd time for the same issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #10520652, filed 2013-06“My 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan sport had its serpentine belt shredded and alternator blown due to snow packed up in the engine. The angle of the undercarriage and the fact that there is no blocker on the underneath to prevent this from occuring made this an expensive ordeal. I was told by daimler/chrysler that there was no way they could control the snow so this wasn't their problem to fix. When I buy a vehicle, I expect it to work in all weather and road conditions. It should not matter if there is snow on the ground or not. They should be required to prevent this from happening.”
NHTSA complaint #10052595, filed 2004-01“Have been advised that two 2001 models tested by the insurance institute for highway safety have shown a crack and / or weakness in this fitting. 2002 models have been modified and do not show signs of weakness / crack. Chrysler doesn't plan to recall at this point. Why not??? This is a serious safety hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #751255, filed 2001-08“Consumer was traveling at approximately 40 to 45 MPH when transmission slipped and caused vehicle to lose power. Dealership has not seen vehicle. Engine check light has remained on. Dealer stated that seals and piston failed, consumer stated there was a banging noise when downshifting, dealer stated this was normal operation. While driving, steering would shake, dealer stated wheels were out of balance. Consumer stated there was a rattle in the dash. …”
NHTSA complaint #883908, filed 2001-03Related 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
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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 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
48 complaintsExterior lighting
48 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
29 complaintsSteering
25 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsEngine cooling
18 complaintsSeat belts
18 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsEquipment
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology