1997 Dodge Caravan tires problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the tires on the 1997 Dodge Caravan — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While driving, a noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The steering wheel started shaking uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The driver noticed that rear driver and passenger side tire treads separated from the wheel. Firestone…”
filed Sep 7, 2004
“Left macon on I-75 south, nearing perry ga in center lane, cars all around, front, rear, left and right. Speed was some where between 65 or 70. Front right tire blew. I thank god I had enough skill to avoid hitting another vehicle. I managed to slow and other vehicles allowed me to steer to the…”
filed Jul 1, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Tires problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Caravan | 1 | 4% |
| 2012 Caravan | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 Caravan | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 Caravan | 12 | 7% |
| 2009 Caravan | 8 | 7% |
| 2008 Caravan | 13 | 4% |
| 2007 Caravan | 4 | 5% |
| 2006 Caravan | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 Caravan | 8 | 1% |
| 2003 Caravan | 8 | 4% |
| 2002 Caravan | 10 | 4% |
| 2001 Caravan | 5 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Dodge Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.