2003 Dodge Grand Caravan ES
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- Photo: 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT in Inferno Red Crystal Pearl, Front Right, 08-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo Van, front left, 03-28-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan SE in Linen Gold Metallic, Rear Right, 03-22-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan ES is a 215-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,490 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 215 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 245 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Grand Caravan measures 200.5 inches long on a 119.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,146 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,490 ($59,154 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L EGH V6 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 215 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 245 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive, Electronic Control (41TE) |
| 1st Gear | 2.84 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.57 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 2.21 |
| Final Drive | 3.43 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded gasoline (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 20 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf spring |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.02 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.75 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.06 x 1.10 in vented rotor |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6.5 in |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6.5 in |
| Tires Front | P215/65R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/65R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.5 in |
| Width | 78.6 in |
| Height | 68.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in |
| Front Track | 63 in |
| Rear Track | 64 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 167.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,146 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 62.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 64.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 57.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 67.6 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan: overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 5, 2004 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK.
Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 04V386000
Oct 24, 2003 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, MODELS WIX FILTER PART NUMBERS 33576, 33577, 33734; NAPA FILTER PART NUMBERS 3576, 3577, 3734; AND CARQUEST FILTER PART NUMBERS 86576, 86577, 86734 USED ON 1996-2000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, DODGE CARAVAN, AND PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VEHICLES, CAN CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LEAK.
Consequence: A POSSIBLE FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.
Remedy: WIX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. NOTE: THIS DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP. NOR ANY DAILMERCHRYSLER DEALERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT WIX AT 704-864-6711.
NHTSA campaign 03E053000
Mar 7, 2003 · STRUCTURE
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.
Consequence: THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.
NHTSA campaign 03V094000
219 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
Owner Complaints
219 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (13 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Steering | 45 |
| Electrical System | 32 |
| Power Train | 28 |
| Air Bags | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.