Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Dodge Caravan Transmissions Go out at 60k - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By lanrivers - October 22 - 7:55 pm

  This Van is a curse. I have owned over 5 for fleet and all transmissions average around 60,000 and thats it. Expensive to replace AND many times the rebuild only lasts a week. One had to be rebuilt 3 times. Too expensive. Why Dodge doesnt correct this problem? The mechanic told me they could if they put the correct hardened components in but they dont want to because it helps there service Dept. create revenue that they would not have if it was too dependable. Big Scam. Avoid this van unless you have very deep pockets. Cost me 10s of thousands over 10 years. Keep away.

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  So Far, So Good - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By DT - October 1 - 1:40 am

  Like many others you have read about, has a minor tranmission leak. Very flexible interior design, comfortable, fun to drive. Great sound system. Have gone on long drives with 5 passengers, 2 kayaks, 4 bikes. Nice choice for families or for general people or other hauling. Have concerns about mechanical/reliablity issue 6 years on, but no major problems yet. On balance, it has been a very good family vehicle for us.

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  if only dodge cared! - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By soubie - September 19 - 10:00 am

  i have owned three dodge minivans. i love the room they offer as i have 4 children, a husband and a dog! but as far as the reliability of this auto forget it. have a problem dodge doesnt care! squeaks alot after the second year of ownership. transmission problems, MANY!! THE TRANSMISSIONS WENT ON ALL THREE!!!! DID THEY CARE NO EVEN AFTER THE WARRANTY HAD JUST RUN OUT THAT WEEK!!!! THEIR GREAT FOR ROOM. BUT FOR ANYTHING ELSE THEIR A WASTE! IF I EVER RAN MY COMPANY THE WAY AUTO COMPANIES RUN THEIRS ID BE OUT OF BUSINESS!!! BUY A HONDA VAN INSTEAD!

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  Disappointed - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By Dsspntd - September 19 - 10:00 am

  The things fixed since buying the van new : Power window and door actuators, exhaust manifold(cracked shortly after new) , power steering (excessive leak), front rotors (warped 30,000), onto my 3rd water pump within the last year and its leaking again. I took a chance on buying this Dodge Caravan and put my faith in American made. Sorry never again, maybe Buick. Ive owned a Buick Skyhawk, Ford Mustang, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Buick LeSabre, Acura Integra, Dodge Colt, VW Passat (all 80s and 90s models)

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  Never again - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By Big Fred - September 16 - 2:26 am

  This car had persistent transmission problems. I had to replace the transmission at about 55,000. The lever controlling the position of the seat back for the drivers seat broke just after the warranty expired. Dodge would not even consider sharing the cost. The initial battery was defective. I had 3 batteries in 6 years. This was the most unreliable car I have ever owned. I would not recommend it to anyone. This car was a classic example of caveat emptor.

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  Peoplemover - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By sport - September 1 - 7:10 am

  Traded in a 14 year old Nissan pickup. Fair purchase price, Terrible current resale value. A money loser. First year of ownership: New Windshield, drive shaft, battery, fender protector. Trip to dealer every 3000mi. for O/L/F brought out an uncalled for need of a very expensive repair to be had. A come on. Good room for a big load. Never going to buy another Dodge.

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  Grand Caravan Review - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By kemrich - August 30 - 10:00 am

  This is the second Grand Caravan we have owned. First one lasted 11 years and 250,000 miles on one engine and one Trannie. Mileage is acceptable at an average of 22 mph on regular gas. Only gripe is removal and reinstall of the second set of seats and the rear bench. Chrysler should have learned from the competition. Still awkward.

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  Caravan # 2 - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By tenpin - February 23 - 10:00 am

  This is our 2nd caravan.We own a 1995 that has been to hell and back with over 300,000 miles on it,no major problems at all! We love our vans!!!

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  2000 Powerwagon - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By Pop - September 10 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle is superior to the Ford Windstars I have owned. It is more comfortable, pulls my boat easier, and is much roomier and more comfortable. The mileage is disappointing, as is the braking system. It has had to have a seat replaced because of wear, and stabilizers were added to the front to get rid of excessive noise.

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  GET A HONDA MINIVAN - 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan
  By dENNY - June 28 - 10:00 am

  I will never buy a dodge, chrysler, or jeep,again. The caravans are no good I cant see why everone has one.I had many problem with the grand caravan, I had to get the brake replaced 3 times and 2 times replacing transmission.YOU CAN TELL HOW CHEAP ITs MADE BECAUSE THE DODGE SIGN FELL OFF THE HOOD. I MADE A BIG MISTAKE TRADING MY 1998 FORD WINDSTAR FOR A GRAND CARAVAN.