MYRModel Year Report

2004 Dodge Grand Caravan

▲ Better than typical
2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:43:15.924Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
116
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel/propulsion system

22% of complaints

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 24 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1990 1991: 129 complaints 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1994: 199 complaints 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 2000: 442 complaints 2001: 298 complaints 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2004: 116 complaints 2004 116 2005: 995 complaints 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,293 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2010: 870 complaints 2010 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 472 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 239 complaints 2020: 17 complaints 2020
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 24 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1991: 129 complaints 1991 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1994: 199 complaints 1994 1995: 108 complaints 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1997 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 2000: 442 complaints 2000 2001: 298 complaints 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2004: 116 complaints 2004 116 2005: 995 complaints 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,293 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2009 2010: 870 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2012 2013: 472 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2018 2019: 239 complaints 2020: 17 complaints
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 24 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1991: 129 complaints 1991 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1993 1994: 199 complaints 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1997 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 1999 2000: 442 complaints 2001: 298 complaints 2001 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2004: 116 complaints 2004 116 2005: 995 complaints 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2007 2008: 1,293 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2009 2010: 870 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2011 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 472 complaints 2013 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2017 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 239 complaints 2019 2020: 17 complaints

2004: 116 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19851
19860
19872
198810
198924
199055
1991129
1992256
1993289
1994199
1995108
19961,157
1997583
1998559
1999432
2000442
2001298
2002290
2003219
2004116
2005995
2006284
2007182
20081,293
2009544
2010870
2011530
2012584
2013472
2014358
2015281
2016966
2017404
2018265
2019239
202017

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

22% · 25 reports
Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-04

Service brakes

16% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

12% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.

FIRE

Steering

12% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

Electrical system

11% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing rear compartment/trunk and wiring.

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicles headlights intermittently will not turn on. There have been multiple times when the lights worked fine when leaving the house and then would not turn on when leaving to return home.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-09

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-09-27Steering04V386000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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  2. R
    2008-01-15Visibility07E104000 Certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass ltd and supplied to safelite by auto temp inc., identified as DOT-430, and sold for use on certain domestic and…

    Remedy: Safelite will notify its retail customers and replace the glass free of charge. Retail customers can contact safelite toll free at 1-888-843-2906. Safelite will notify its wholesale customers and…

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  3. I
    2014-09-05Defect petitionClosed 2015-04-06 Engine Stall After Refueling
  4. R
    Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline03E053000 Certain aftermarket replacement fuel filters, models wix filter part numbers 33576, 33577, 33734; napa filter part numbers 3576, 3577, 3734; and carquest filter part numbers 86576, 86577, 86734 used on 1996-2000 daimlerchrysler town & country, Dodge...

    Remedy: Wix will notify its customers and replace the fuel filters free of charge. Note: this does not involve any products manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corp. Nor any dailmerchrysler dealers.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel/propulsion system: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 03E053000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 04V386000 · Steering
  • Recall 07E104000 · Visibility
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FAQ

Is the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.