Does the 2004 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge Caravan, the most recent reported on August 5, 2004 (Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Caravan?

Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (12 complaints), followed by electrical system (8).

How many 2004 Dodge Caravan complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 65 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Dodge Caravan recalls and problems

1 recall and 65 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Dodge Caravan.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Dodge Caravan recalls

Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections

NHTSA campaign 04V386000 · reported August 5, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 681,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On 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.
The risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel/propulsion system12
Electrical system8
Fuel system, gasoline7
Service brakes, hydraulic7
Steering6
Air bags4
Engine and engine cooling4
Equipment4
Power train4
Structure4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 9, 2026 · Tires
Hello, After installing 4 new tires on my van I immediately noticed a jerk my vehicle was experiencing at highway speeds. mostly when turning , changing lanes or moving the steering wheel like adjusting lane positions. I had double checked the tire air pressure and lug nuts, even added extra 5 lbs. to the tires but…

May 1, 2019 · Seats · 140,000 miles
THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. I WAS LEAVING WORK, WHEN I SAT IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT THE SEAT BROKE AND FELL BACK. THE BROKEN PART IS ACTUALLY THE FRAME OF THE SEAT, NOT THE TILT MECHANISM. THE TUBULATION THAT COMPRISED THE SEAT FRAME CATASTROPHICALLY BROKE ADJACENT TO THE WELDMENT. THIS PART SHOULD NEVER FAIL.

Aug 13, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 72,000 miles
FUEL LEAKING FROM TOP OF FUEL TANK

Jan 14, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 145,000 miles
ENGINE OFTEN HESITATES AFTER YOU HAVE DRIVEN A FEW BLOCKS AFTER REFUELING. THIS FORM ASKS FOR A SINGLE SPECIFIC DATE BUT THIS PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED EVERY FEW WEEKS FOR THE LAST YEAR OR SO. DEPENDING UPON THE TRAFFIC SITUATION WHEN THE HESITATION OCCURS, AND ACCIDENT COULD EASILY OCCUR. MY MECHANIC SAYS THAT THE…

May 12, 2016 · Fuel system, gasoline
2004 DODGE CARAVAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FUEL TANK EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE THAT APPLIES TO VEHICLE STALLING AFTER REFUELING. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE BEGAN STALLING SHORTLY AFTER IT WAS PURCHASED AND HAS SINCE CONTINUED. THE STALLING OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHILE MAKING LEFT TURNS. ALSO, THE…

Caravan model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	3	257	9	3
2002	4	245	13	11
2003	3	195	13	5
2004	1	65	2	3
2005	4	537	19	0
2006	2	173	12	2
2007	0	81	4	1

Across all years, the 2005 Caravan has the most complaints (537). All Dodge Caravan years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge Caravan, the most recent reported on August 5, 2004 (Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Caravan?: Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (12 complaints), followed by electrical system (8).
How many 2004 Dodge Caravan complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 65 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 9, 2026.