Does the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan?

Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (25 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (14).

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

4 of 116 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls and problems

1 recall and 116 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.

recalls

116

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 Grand 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 system25
Engine and engine cooling14
Service brakes, hydraulic14
Electrical system13
Steering13
Fuel system, gasoline11
Latches/locks/linkages9
Engine6
Air bags5
Exterior lighting4

What owners report

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

Nov 22, 2021 · Air bags · crash reported
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The air bags warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her face hit the steering wheel. A police…

Mar 19, 2021 · Unknown or other · 200,000 miles
SLIDING DOOR LOCKING ACTIVATOR FAILURE PREVENTS TO DOOR FROM BEING UNLOCKED MANUALLY WHICH IS A BIG SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE REAR PASSENGERS CANNOT EXIT THEM DOORS AND THEREFORE HAVE TO CLIMB OVER THE CONSOLE AND FRONT SEATS TO EXIT .. THIS IS A BIG PROBLEM AFFECTING ALL GRAND CARAVAN AND CARAVANS WITH POWER LOCK AND…

Mar 26, 2020 · Engine · 213,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED AS PRECAUTION THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED TO ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER NOR WAS THE MANUFACTURED…

Sep 4, 2019 · Fuel/propulsion system · 260,000 miles
HAIRLINE CRACKS IN FUEL PUMP OUTLET JUST BEFORE CONNECTING TO FUEL LINE LEADS TO STRONG FUEL SMELL AND FUEL VAPORS ALL AROUND VEHICLE. FUEL PUMP NEEDS REPLACEMENT TO REPAIR THIS DANGEROUS CONDITION. HIGHLY SUGGEST DIFFERENT FUEL PUMP DESIGN THAT IS NOT PRONE TO HAIRLINE CRACKS AND POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AS FUEL LEAK IS…

Nov 4, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system · 115,000 miles
AFTER FILLING THE GAS TANK, WITHIN A FEW MILES THE VEHICLE WILL STALL. DODGE ALREADY HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THE FUEL TANK OF VEHICLE BUILT AFTER SEPTEMBER 2003 BUT MINE WAS BUILT AUGUST 5 2003 SO IT IS OUTSIDE THEIR WINDOW. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS ISSUE BECAUSE IT HAS HAPPENED TO ME ON THE HIGHWAY AT 55 MILES…

Grand Caravan model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	3	298	9	1
2002	5	290	12	14
2003	2	219	13	5
2004	1	116	4	1
2005	5	995	28	7
2006	3	284	12	3
2007	2	182	14	7

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

Questions

Does the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan?: Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (25 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (14).
How many 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 116 complaints report a crash and 1 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 November 22, 2021.