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2001 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls and problems

3 recalls and 298 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.

3
recalls
298
owner complaints
9
complaints mentioning a crash
1
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.

2001 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

Equipment: electrical, radio/tape deck/cd etc.

NHTSA campaign 04V531000 · reported November 2, 2004 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 238,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.
The risk
This could result in a speaker fire.
The fix
Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 03V094000 · reported March 7, 2003 · SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSIONS · 3,674 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, INC. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
The risk
This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.

Suspension: front, control arm, lower arm

NHTSA campaign 01V152000 · reported May 8, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 41,587 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: minivans. The lower control arm pivot bolt could fracture.
The risk
If the bolt fractures, the lower control arm could separate from the crossmember, causing a loss of vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right lower control arm bolts and nuts. Owner notification began april 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

May 9, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 205,100 miles

FUEL LINES LEAK,FUEL FILTER CLOGGED, WON'T START,PAID 100.00,DLLS, TO GET FIXED, MY VAN STARTED STALLING, GOT HOME FROM WORK, NEXT DAY DIDN'T START AT ALL

Nov 22, 2016 · Seat belts · 77,000 miles · crash reported

MY DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2001 WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION IN OCTOBER OF 2015. I T-BONED ANOTHER CAR THAT PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I WAS GOING 35-40 MILES PER HOUR. THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO TIGHTEN AROUND MY HIPS. BECAUSE OF THIS FAILURE I SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE DAMAGES TO MY RIGHT LEG. THIS INCLUDED A DISPLACED…

Feb 17, 2016 · Air bags · 123,333 miles

CLOCK SPRING. HORN, CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING. AIRBAG LIGHT ON. CHRYSLER WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE, AS WELL AS LOCAL DEALER AS A PROBLEM AND/OR A SAFETY NOR A RECALL ISSUE.

Nov 4, 2015 · Electrical system · 157,936 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN USING THE TURN SIGNAL, THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT LOCATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED…

May 17, 2015 · Electrical system · 100,000 miles

THE CAR INSTRUMENT GAUGES BECAME ERRATIC ALONG WITH THE INSTRUMENT LIGHTS. THE CARE JERKED AS THOUGH IT LOST ITS ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE IGNITION BUT RETURNED TO NORMAL AND THEN QUIT IN FRONT OF TRAFFIC. WE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED BY A SEMI-TRUCK. I GOT THE CAR OVER AND RE-STARTED IT AND IT RAN FINE UNTIL LATER IT…

Grand Caravan model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 54412712
2001 329891
2002 52901214
2003 2219135
2004 111641

Across all years, the 2008 Grand Caravan has the most complaints (1,293). All Dodge Grand Caravan years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, the most recent reported on November 2, 2004 (Equipment: electrical, radio/tape deck/cd etc.). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners have filed 298 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (48 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (48).
How many 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan complaints mention a crash or fire?
9 of 298 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 9, 2017.