2004 Dodge Grand Caravan Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 11%of 116 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 39,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, 11% of the 116 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 39,250 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.
“After approx. 15,000 miles the front suspension and steering felt very loose. I took it to the dealer and was told the front rack and pinion steering system was worn out it was fixed under warranty. I was told by the dealer that chrysler had purchased these parts from 2 sources and one of the suppliers parts were wearing out rapidly. The steering system was replaced. After 3 months and 6,000 miles later the steering system was again worn out and had to be replaced a second time. This is ridiculous for a vehicle that cost over $30,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10103067, filed 2004-12, 15,000 miles“The day after I bought my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan/se it started making funny noises and the steering felt funny. I took it to the dealer and they replaced the rack and pinion system. Since then the vehicle continues to pull to the right and the front tires are wearing fast. I took it back and they did a front end alignment. It is still pulling and I took it somewhere else and they checked the alignment and said it was off. I took it back to the dealer and told them and they said it was not and they did nothing. Meanwhile my front tires continue to wear fast. …”
NHTSA complaint #10088654, filed 2004-08, 60 miles“Dt: the contact stated that the front sway bar vibrated t causing an overall roughness while driving. The contact took vehicle to a dealer, who replaced the sway bars. Also, the dealer replaced the steering rack and upper strut bearing. No further problems since this repair was performed.”
NHTSA complaint #10140944, filed 2005-10, 20,000 miles“After going through water puddles, the car became difficult to steer. The wheel turned but as if the engine was off. The car also hesitates as if the engine will stall.”
NHTSA complaint #10455959, filed 2012-04, 180,000 miles“2004 Dodge caravan with 3.3 engine. Rack and pinion binding in turns. Corrective action had to replace rack and pinion. 83000 miles on van. Started out as a popping noise and got progressive worst.”
NHTSA complaint #10355292, filed 2010-09, 83,000 milesRelated recalls
- 04V386000Aug 5, 2004On 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.Covers: Dodge Grand Caravan 2002–2004, Chrysler Town And Country 2002–2004, Voyager 2002–2004 +1 more
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 | 5 | 1% |
| 2016 | 11 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 6 | 2% |
| 2013 | 18 | 4% |
| 2012 | 14 | 2% |
| 2011 | 15 | 3% |
| 2010 | 64 | 7% |
| 2009 | 23 | 4% |
| 2008 | 55 | 4% |
| 2007 | 14 | 8% |
| 2006 | 61 | 21% |
| 2005 | 76 | 8% |
| 2004 | 13 | 11% |
| 2003 | 45 | 21% |
| 2002 | 53 | 18% |
| 2001 | 25 | 8% |
| 2000 | 30 | 7% |
| 1999 | 29 | 7% |
| 1998 | 23 | 4% |
| 1997 | 35 | 6% |
| 1996 | 75 | 6% |
| 1995 | 2 | 2% |
| 1994 | 10 | 5% |
| 1993 | 9 | 3% |
| 1992 | 7 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
36 complaintsBrakes
15 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
9 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 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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