1996 Dodge Caravan TSBs

138 manufacturer communications for the 1996 Dodge Caravan sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1996 Caravan problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

138Communications

What the bulletins cover

Body & structure21 bulletins
Engine19 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain18 bulletins
Steering12 bulletins
Visibility & wipers12 bulletins
Brakes & stability9 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 138 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Service bulletin 23-014-15 April 23, 2015

Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported…

Brakes & stability 0500106A September 23, 2006

SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM.

Brakes & stability 0500305 March 9, 2006

SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM.

Brakes & stability 0500204 June 21, 2005

SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM.

Steering 1900303 August 29, 2003

POP/TICK SOUND IN STEERING WHEEL AREA.

Body & structure 2304402 October 14, 2002

COSMETIC CORROSION OR PERFORATION AT UPPER STRUT TOWER/S USUALLY BETWEEN THE STRUT AND UPPER LOAD PATH BEAM INNER PANEL (INNER FENDER).

Brakes & stability 0500102A September 23, 2002

SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM. *YD THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES 05-001-02 DATED MARCH 4, 2002.

Airbags 0801102 August 19, 2002

CONCERNS WITH THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR LAMP ON INTERMITTENTLY OR CONSTANTLY.

Service bulletin 1802002 June 24, 2002

FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY.

Visibility & wipers 2301502 April 1, 2002

SUBJECT REGARDING OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR GLASS REPLACEMENT.

Steering 1900801 November 23, 2001

EXPERIENCING A POP/TICK SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AREA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.

Transmission & drivetrain 0700601 November 11, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE HOSE CLAMP SERVICE.

Engine 0900801 November 2, 2001

SUBJECT REGARDING CAMSHAFT / BEARING SERVICE.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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