2003 Dodge Caravan electrical system problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2003 Dodge Caravan — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Fuel wiring harness is to close to exhaust caused melting of wires while going down the road. I noticed a burning smell in the cabin of caravan. It happened approx. A mile from my house at approx 45mph and a strong odor of gas was noticeable. This is a serious issue that needs to be corrected…”
filed Apr 17, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge caravan. While driving at approximately 40 mph, the front driver side window made a loup popping noise when it was being rolled up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the power window mechanism failed and needed to be…”
filed Jul 30, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Caravan | 4 | 17% |
| 2014 Caravan | 7 | 35% |
| 2013 Caravan | 15 | 50% |
| 2012 Caravan | 47 | 54% |
| 2011 Caravan | 54 | 69% |
| 2010 Caravan | 79 | 46% |
| 2009 Caravan | 72 | 61% |
| 2008 Caravan | 162 | 54% |
| 2007 Caravan | 9 | 11% |
| 2006 Caravan | 30 | 17% |
| 2005 Caravan | 123 | 23% |
| 2004 Caravan | 8 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 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.