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2003 Dodge Grand Caravan repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (8%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (2%)
Chart based on 178 repairs.
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (15%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (46%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 54 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
Engine not specified
| 63000 mi US $300 |
Car stopped in traffic, would not restart. Found blown fuse, possibly related to short in ignition system. This is the second episode in 6 months so we decided to replace the ignition switch and hope for the best. |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.
215-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 123400 mi US $400 |
Had to replace radiator. |
| 128400 mi US $450 |
Radiator started leaking. Had been replaced @ a year ago. Turns out brackets for trans. cooler broke, allowing the cooler to rub against the core and create a big hole. |
| 132500 mi US $1000 |
Valve spring broke. Replaced spring, plugs and wires. |
| 97340 mi C $240 |
cabin heater was not working for awhile, then engine started to get hot, could smell antifreeze at times. found radiator to be leaking after thermostat open. replaced radiator. |
| 88000 mi US $1150 |
FCM and PCM replaced. |
| 161000 mi US $400 |
P0171 Code for 3+ months. In order: clean MAP, change fuel filter, replace PCV, clean throttle body, replace MAP, change valve cover gaskets, plenum gasket, intake manifold gaskets, spark plugs and fuel injectors, fuel pump. No code now. |
| 156000 mi US $163 |
O2 Sensor 1.1 Had to be replaced. |
| 160000 mi US $188 |
About a year ago I had PCM go out 4 days after getting an oil change at a Dodge dealer. 2 months later my engine was rattling. Dealer told me it needed a timing chain and a valve job for $2800. Had belt tensioner replaced at a HS for parts cost. |
| 85600 mi US $700 |
The car had sprung a leak in the heater lines that power the rear air causing the water pump to run dry. |
| 75200 mi US $750 |
the car had a constant coolant leak. The rear freeze plug needed to be replaced. |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.
215-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic AWD
| 66000 mi US $7200 |
shit engine! |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.
180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 158720 mi C $200 |
cooling fan relay shorted out, draining battery |
| 209560 mi C $850 |
water pump, belt & tensioner replaced |
| 220720 mi C $600 |
Rad and thermostat replaced |
| 113000 mi US $830 |
leaky oil pan gasket replaced Valve cover gasket set was leaking some so I had it replaced (both sides). |
| 142000 mi US $150 |
cracked radiator plastic tank leaking fluid. Original factory radiator |
| 170000 mi US $200 |
check engine light on... result was evaporative emission leak. repaired open circuit in evap system line. replaced defective fuel filler cap |
| 142000 mi US $1856 |
Water Pump Leaking, found during coolant flush. New Tires New Front Struts, Quick Struts complete assembly New Rear Shock Absorbers New Water Pump Transmission Fluid Flush and refill Coolant System Flush and refill Fuel Filter Wiper Blades All Wheel Alignment |
| 250600 mi US $20 |
Cooling System: Radiator won't hold coolant. With the mileage and condition of this vehicle (we have owned since new) I am loathe to put any more money into it. This vehicle may be at the end of its life. Cannot drive it far. |
| 252000 mi | Radiator wouldn't hold coolant. |
| 122000 mi US $320 |
Replaced leaking water pump and radiator hoses. |
| 132400 mi US $780 |
Trans shift module failed. Went into limp mode (thank Chrysler for that mode). One of the most popular cars on the road. Why did it take 11 days to fix??? Service manager was a drama queen..... |
| 70060 mi | new computer, |
| 71300 mi C $1700 |
coolant leak, new rear heater lines, then water pump; coolant level still going down, suspect damaged head. |
| 75640 mi C $100 |
Corroded and leaking coolant pipes to rear heater assembly were replaced. |
| 124000 mi C $150 |
coolant transfer pipe was badly corroded and replaced as a preventative measure. |
| 140120 mi C $200 |
replaced leaking front heater core. |
| 143000 mi US $1300 |
Rear main seals leaking; replaced both main seals. |
| 75000 mi | Engine coolant kept running low. Water pump was found not working. Replaced with a new one. |
| 111000 mi US $30 |
Serpentine belt was developing a squeak. Found that belt tensioner was getting old and losing its ability to hold tension. Replaced it and all noises went away. |
| 115000 mi US $890 |
An oxygen sensor heater wire was shorted, causing spikes through the wiring, and ended up frying a circuit in the PCM module. |
| 115000 mi US $1500 |
The same old symptoms reappeared even with the new PCM. Dying/stalling, in addition to transmission not being able to hold a gear, shifting up and down erractically. Torque converter locking/unlocking repeatedly. PCM related still possibly. |
| 127100 mi | Replace (2) radiator cooling fans |
| 123000 mi US $45 |
replaced leaking oil pan gasket |
| 149200 mi US $150 |
Van was due for safety and emissions inspections, can't have engine warning light on. Small evap leak, $85 test to find, replaced hoses to evap canister filter. |
| 161000 mi US $400 |
leaking radiator and water pump, replaced both |
| 143000 mi | leaking valve cover gasket |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan
215-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 48000 mi US $50 |
Water pump replaced |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan
180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 210300 mi US $260 |
Leaking seals - causing slow oil leaks |
| 104000 mi US $380 |
Transmission solenoid pak replaced due to a failure that caused a leak. |
| 110140 mi C $100 |
Broken Gas line return line |
| 118420 mi C $230 |
Replaced oxygen sensor |
| 77000 mi US $20 |
"surge" rough upshift noticed during 1-2 shift, especially after stopping, then moving again; dealer claimed to have reprogrammed transmission computer; unsure of permanent results just yet; so far, so good |
| 95000 mi US $200 |
found rust hole beginning on oil pan--replaced pan. |
| 111000 mi | Water pump replaced |
| 115000 mi | complete tune-up (new spark plugs and wires). van had original parts prior to replacement |
| 80400 mi US $261 |
Replace TSS and OSS sensors on transmission (dealer diagnosis and repair) |
| 85000 mi US $1044 |
Fuel system developed a loud, high-pitched whine at high temperatures. Shop traced the problem to a defective in-tank fuel pump and replaced the pump module. Mechanic discovered a cracked fuel vapor hose while diagnosing a fuel pump problem. I authorized replacement of the part. |
| 177000 mi US $340 |
Replaced water pump |
| 144000 mi US $400 |
No start. Replaced spark plugs and wires and original! battery. Tow. |
| 111260 mi C $200 |
radiator cross pipe leaked- replaced |
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan
150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 66300 mi US $18 |
Input transmission speed sensor replacement finally fixed, erratic shifting in transmission. |
| 74000 mi US $20 |
At cruising speed 55-60mph engine was revving up and down,almost like transmission was slipping, but no error messages at all. So i replaced TPS ( throttle position sensor). So far so good. |
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