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1985 Dodge Caravan recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1985 Dodge Caravan. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1985 Dodge Caravan recalls, newest first

April 14, 2008NHTSA 08E0330006,903 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: K7147, K7329, K8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
Consequence
The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 11, 1985NHTSA 85V16400010,800 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior

Summary
Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with FMVSS 111, rear view mirrors. Consequence of defect: the drivers of these vans do not have the minimum field of vision required by FMVSS 111. Without this minimum field of vision the driver cannot maneuver his vehicle safely and may cause an accident.
Remedy
Install passenger side outside rearview mirror.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 1, 1985NHTSA 85V053000264,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Differential proportional valve

Summary
Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. Consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light load and may cause an accident.
Remedy
Clear proportioning valve of stones and install a protective cover to prevent stones from entering.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 26, 1984NHTSA 84V15000082,500 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
The metal fuel supply tube may crack at the fuel pump end due to vibration. The crack may result in fuel leakage. (the fuel supply tube connects the fuel pump to the fuel filter.)
Remedy
A fuel tube retaining clip assembly will be installed on all involved vehicles, free of charge. This will restrict tube vibration and prevent cracks.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 49 complaints about the 1985 Dodge Caravan with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
6
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate5
  2. Engine and engine cooling › Engine4
  3. Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline4
  4. Service brakes4
  5. Fuel system3

Other Dodge Caravan years

Other 1985 Dodge models

Questions

Does the 1985 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, visibility, service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1985 Dodge Caravan recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Dodge dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1985 Dodge Caravan?
49 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.