Used Dodge Grand Caravan

What to know before buying: Dodge Grand Caravan

From 1 forum thread and 3 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• An owner of a 2002 3.3-litre Grand Caravan describes it as a practical, comfortable and reliable family car with good clearance and reasonable economy for its engine.[1]one source
• An owner discussion praises the Caravan/Voyager for its spacious, configurable cabin, flat floor and generous equipment.[3]one source
• Forum contributors consider it suitable for families and long trips; when needed, the Grand can also serve as a load carrier.[3]one source
• For the older generation, an owner notes body roll in bends, inexpensive cabin trim and a less durable chassis.[3]one source

Typical faults

• The 3.6-litre Pentastar's plastic oil-filter and cooler housing can crack and leak; the source flags the risk from roughly 100,000 km.[2]one sourceRT

  100 000+ km · 3.6 Pentastar V6

• On early 2011–2013 3.6-litre Pentastar engines, the left cylinder-head valve seats can fail, causing a valvetrain fault.[2]one sourceRT

  2011–2013 · 3.6 Pentastar V6

• From around 100,000 km, the 3.6-litre Pentastar can develop rocker-arm or hydraulic-lifter wear, signalled by an upper-engine tick.[2]one sourceRT

  100 000+ km · 3.6 Pentastar V6

• The source flags automatic-transmission trouble from roughly 120,000 km; shift quality and service history are important.[2]one sourceRT

  120 000+ km

• From around 100,000 km, the powered sliding doors can develop sensor, cable or drive faults.[2]one sourceRT

  100 000+ km

• On roughly 2007–2014 Chrysler-group vehicles, the TIPM can cause random electrical faults, including an inactive fuel pump or blower and horn operating by themselves.[2]one sourceRT

  2007–2014

Which engine and version to take

• In the RT-generation table, the 3.8- and 4.0-litre PowerTech petrol engines have fewer listed risks than the 3.6 Pentastar; condition and maintenance still decide the purchase.[2]one sourceRT

What to avoid

• Approach the 3.6-litre Pentastar cautiously: the source lists more risks, including the oil-cooler housing, early head trouble and rocker or lifter wear.[2]one sourceRT

What to check at the inspection

• On a 3.6-litre Pentastar, look for oil in the engine valley, listen for ticking and scan for misfires.[2]one sourceRT
• Test the automatic transmission both cold and fully warm, and verify its service history.[2]one sourceRT
• Fully open and close both powered sliding doors several times, watching the sensors, cables and drives.[2]one sourceRT
• Check every electrical function and hot starting; pay particular attention to fuse circuits, doors, the radio and wipers, which feature often in user reports.[2][4]RT

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]forum.110km.ru — Отзыв о Dodge Grand Caravan 2002 года Додж Гранд ... · forum
2. [2]autoradars.lv — Dodge Grand Caravan - AutoRadars.lv · press
3. [3]garaz.autorevue.cz — Dodge Gran Caravan rady??? · press
4. [4]startmycar.com — Dodge Grand Caravan problems and issues · press

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