2003 Dodge Grand Caravan Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 5%of 219 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,494miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan, 5% of the 219 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,494 miles.
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.
“I purchased the vehicle in september of 2004. The power door lock failure occurred for the 1st time 3 weeks ago. Through trithe internet, I discovered that the removal and replacement of the 20amp fuse in the iod slot corrected the problem, but only one time. I discussed this at the dealer's service department and they are not aware of any such problem with the 2003 Grand Caravan. I certainly find that difficult to believe. I will be approaching the dealership again concerning the door locks very soon. …”
NHTSA complaint #10349346, filed 2010-08, 75,000 miles“Every Dodge vehicle on my street, including my brand new Dodge Grand Caravan that I have owned for less than 3 weeks, was broken into and burglarized. Apparently this vehicle is very easy to break into and now the vehicle is totally unsecured until it is repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10023321, filed 2003-06, 485 miles“When using the keyless entry to open the rear tailgate, the gate locks sometimes while it is opened. When you then close it using the keypad, the door lowers and the instrument panel warning light says door is closed, but it is not really locked and can open whole driving. Also happens when using overhead console switch. Dodge was not concerned when I brought it for warranty and just put on repair order that they could not duplicate it although I showed them the same failure after opening and closing 3 times.”
NHTSA complaint #10047215, filed 2003-11, 3,787 miles“Erratically, the rear tailgate does not lock properly and opens while driving. No ajar warning light shown on the dash either before or after the incidents. The mechanism sounds like it has closed but it is not because the lock in the tailgate has already closed before it has reached the latch, therefore preventing proper closure. I have duplicated this issue on several occasions with both keyless entry remote and roof console control. …”
NHTSA complaint #10060233, filed 2004-03, 6,989 miles“While driving, the tailgate loosened and flew open. Driver drove vehicle to the dealership for analysis and the mechanic told him that the timing inside of the lock mechanism was off and caused the door to lock prematurely.”
NHTSA complaint #10044040, filed 2003-11, 15,354 milesLatches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 9 | 4% |
| 2018 | 15 | 6% |
| 2017 | 28 | 7% |
| 2016 | 24 | 2% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 | 4 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 | 2 | 0% |
| 2009 | 3 | 1% |
| 2008 | 16 | 1% |
| 2007 | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 | 22 | 8% |
| 2005 | 338 | 34% |
| 2004 | 9 | 8% |
| 2003 | 10 | 5% |
| 2002 | 13 | 4% |
| 2001 | 3 | 1% |
| 2000 | 3 | 1% |
| 1999 | 2 | 0% |
| 1998 | 3 | 1% |
| 1997 | 14 | 2% |
| 1996 | 25 | 2% |
| 1995 | 1 | 1% |
| 1994 | 11 | 6% |
| 1993 | 9 | 3% |
| 1992 | 7 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1988 | 2 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
45 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsAir bags
24 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsExterior lighting
15 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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