Worst 1989 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Automatic Transmission
Engine & Cooling
Tires:Tread/Belt
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1989 Dodge Grand Caravan.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Mechanical:Carrier/Rack | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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1989 Dodge Grand Caravan — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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