2003 CHEVROLET Caprice Problems

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1 complaint

The contact owns a 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with an after-market suspension ball joint by Driveworks, Part Number: DWK208. The contact stated that while in reverse there was a banging sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the driver's side front end had lowered significantly. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the steering lever had detached from the upper control arm. The contact stated that the separation was due to the ball joint failure. The contact replaced the ball joints with the same part and part number however, the design was different. The dealer had not been contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 258,000. The Driveworks suspension ball joint DWK208 failure was 33,000.

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2003 CHEVROLET Caprice VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your CHEVROLET dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice have?

The 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice currently has 1 owner-reported complaint according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice?

The most common problems reported for the 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice?

You can report safety problems with your 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2003 CHEVROLET Caprice. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.