1998 Dodge Caravan structure problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1998 Dodge Caravan — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle swerved to the right lane independently. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered corrosion throughout the frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle…”
filed May 29, 2013
“My 1998 dodge van was in to my local dealer for some general service. I asked the mechanic about the considerable rust around the top of the driver side strut. He said that it had been a problem with some vans and that a service bulletin had been issued regarding. If the strut were to go break…”
filed Jun 16, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Caravan | 3 | 13% |
| 2014 Caravan | 3 | 15% |
| 2013 Caravan | 2 | 7% |
| 2012 Caravan | 2 | 2% |
| 2010 Caravan | 4 | 2% |
| 2009 Caravan | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 Caravan | 8 | 3% |
| 2007 Caravan | 6 | 7% |
| 2006 Caravan | 8 | 5% |
| 2005 Caravan | 15 | 3% |
| 2004 Caravan | 4 | 6% |
| 2003 Caravan | 4 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Dodge Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.