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Common 2008 Dodge Caravan problems
The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to electrical issues and engine problems.
One of the most frequently reported problems with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is electrical issues. These problems range from issues with power door locks not working to more serious problems such as the engine failing to start or the key not releasing from the ignition.
Another electrical issue that has been reported with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is the key not starting the car or releasing from the ignition. The first thing to try if the key won't release from the ignition is replacing the key. If the quick fix does not work, then replacing the lock cylinder and tumblers is recommended. Both options cost under $100.
Engine problems are also common with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. These problems include issues with the engine stalling, which is often caused by a dirty throttle body. Several owners have experienced low engine idle while their van is warmed up, which causes the oil light to flash and stay on. The problem would reportedly only go away after they accelerate. Some drivers have also experienced rough idle while in gear, while others have noticed that their engine hesitates during acceleration. Oily residue may block air flow in the closed throttle, which often results in low engine idle speed or frequent stalling. Cleaning the throttle body usually corrects this issue.
The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has also been reported to have issues with the power window motor and switches failing. It is very common for one or more power windows to stop working due to a failed window motor or regulator. These parts are widely accessible and can easily be replaced, with the cost of the window motor ranging from $235 to $314 and the regulator costing between $269 and $358.
Underbody coolant leaks from the rear heat/AC have also been reported with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. Dodge Grand Caravans equipped with rear heat/AC often have coolant leaks coming from the underbody. As part of regular maintenance, hoses should be replaced more often in areas with severe weather. Replacing the hoses can cost less than $200.
Shifting harshness and shuddering issues have also been reported with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. If the Grand Caravan is shuddering and shifting harshness is experienced, then there is an issue with the automatic transmission. Check with your mechanic for recalls and service bulletins. The diagnosis for this problem can cost around $100, but replacing the transmission can be over $1500.
Noise in the front suspension has also been reported with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. If you hear a rattling or clunking noise coming from the front suspension during low-speed, then your Grand Caravan may have worn sway bar bushings or sway bar end links. For this problem, typically the front struts are often replaced. Depending on if you have one or both front struts replaced, this can cost $300 to $800.
In summary, the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has several common problems, primarily related to electrical issues and engine problems. Power door lock failure, key not starting the car or releasing from the ignition, engine stalling, power window motor and switch failure, underbody coolant leaks, shifting harshness and shuddering issues, and noise in the front suspension are some of the most commonly reported problems with this vehicle.
Is 2008 a good year for the Grand Caravan?
2008 was a bad year for the Dodge Grand Caravan
The heating and cooling system went out twice. We had to repair bushings that should not have failed so quick. The interior and the options are excellent. The video entertainment system rocks!
How many miles does a 2008 Dodge Caravan last?
How Long Will the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Last? A well-maintained 2008 Grand Caravan will last around 200,000 miles, which is 100,000 miles shorter than the Toyota Sienna. Regular annual maintenance costs are high, according to Repair Pal, at $554 per year.
Are there any recalls on a 2008 Dodge Caravan?
Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WATER LEAK AT THE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) DRAIN GROMMET WHICH CAN LEAD TO ILLUMINATION OF AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
What year is the most reliable Dodge Caravan?
The Dodge Grand Caravans with the best reliability are the 2020, 2007, and 2010 models. Some of the top Dodge Grand Caravan problems include shifting issues, a faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), and engine troubles.
Is the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan a good vehicle?
Edmunds says
Handsome, packed full of thoughtful features and offering almost endless entertainment options, the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan reclaims its spot as a top-tier minivan.
How many miles does a 2008 Dodge Caravan last?
How Long Will the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Last? A well-maintained 2008 Grand Caravan will last around 200,000 miles, which is 100,000 miles shorter than the Toyota Sienna. Regular annual maintenance costs are high, according to Repair Pal, at $554 per year.
What is the best year for Dodge Caravan?
The Dodge Grand Caravans with the best reliability are the 2020, 2007, and 2010 models. Some of the top Dodge Grand Caravan problems include shifting issues, a faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), and engine troubles.
Do Dodge Caravans have problems?
Other common problems for various Dodge Caravan model years include the front crankshaft seal popping out, power door lock failure, and engine stalling.
2008 Dodge Caravan car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Caravan problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Air bags problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Dodge Caravan vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Dodge Caravan
The NHTSA has received 302 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Dodge Caravan. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Dodge Caravan vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-28
- VIN: 1D8HN54P08B
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The van lunges the shuts off while driving happens any time any place, just had the crankshaft position sensor following the codes it was showing, and it still does it.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-27
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2008 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, an unknown Toyota Minivan entered his driving route and crashed into the vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to his back, neck, and feet and bruising. Medical attention was provided. The passenger sustained injuries to his neck, back, and shoulder, and medical attention was provided. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to his resident. The air bags did not deploy. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000. The VIN was not available.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-25
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that the headlights appeared hazy and clogged. Additionally, the contact stated that the headlight failed to illuminate and provide proper illumination while driving. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-03
- VIN: 2d8hn44h18r
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: The problems we are experiencing is the airbag indicator light keeps coming on and off dinging every time it comes on. The other issue we have experienced is the engine is in need of repair but the check engine light does not come on to let mechanics find the problem. However once every three months the light will come in but once vehicle is turned off the light goes off never to come back on until the next time a few months later. The check engine light issue has been going on for two years.
STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-26
- VIN: 1D8HN54PX8B
- Components: STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: STARTED THE VEHICLE ONE MORNING AND DROVE UP TO A STOP SIGN. I WAS IN A CITY STREET MAKING A LEFT TURN. SAW CLEAR FROM BOTH DIRECTIONS OF ANY TRAFFIC.ACCELERATED AND THE BAS,ESP LIGHT, AND TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON. AT THIS POINT THE VEHICLE WANTED TO STALL, LOST POWER, AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT. STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND RESTARTED THE ENGINE AND ACCELERATED AGAIN TO ABOUT 20 MPH AND THE VEHICLE REPEATED THE STALLING AND HESITATED TO ACCELERATE, ONCE ABOVE 30 MPH ALL LIGHTS CONTINUED ON AND THE VEHICLE KEPT DRIVING ACCORDINGLY. EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS STARTED UP AND DROVE FROM THAT DATE OF JAN.26,2021 THE VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONING CONTINUES. I FIND THIS TO BE A SEVERE MECHANICAL PROBLEM AND A DANGER TO ME, MY FAMILY, AND THE PUBLIC.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-09
- VIN: 2D8HN44H78R
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS TURNING OFF DURING ANY DRIVING ,STATIONARY,CITY HIGHWAY NIGHT DAY RAIN COLD WARM ALL THE ABOVE ANTIME ANY CONDITION.FLICKERING SOMETIMES STAYING OFF MOST OF THE TIME NEED TO HOLD PASSING FLASH BRIGHTS ON TO STILL ATLEAST HAVE LIGHT SOMETIMES DOSENT WORK ALL THE TIME. MONTHS NOW.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-02
- VIN: 2D8HN54X28R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ORIGINALLY HAD TAKEN CAR IN FOR RECALL. THE RECALL WAS FOR BOTH DOORS. THE DEALER HAD DELIVERED THE CAR AND TOLD ME I WOULD BE CONTACTED FOR REPAIR ON THE PASSENGER DOOR ONCE THE PARTS WERE IN STOCK. AFTER MONTHS OF WAITING I FINALLY CONTACTED THEM AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PARTS WERE IN STOCK. I MADE THE APPOINTMENT AND WHEN I WAS SET TO DROP OFF THE VAN I WAS TOLD THAT I WAS GOING TO BE CHARGED BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN PUT IN AS COMPLETE IN THE DEALERS RECORDS BUT SHOWED PARTS NOT INSTALLED. I WAS TOLD TO CONTACT DODGE AND LEFT THE VAN THERE OVERNIGHT. THE NEXT DAY I SPENT A LOT OF TIME ON THE PHONE TO GET THE RUNAROUND WITH DODGE. I PICKED UP THE CAR AND DIDN'T HAVE THE REPAIR DONE. MY FAMILY HAS USED THE VAN EVER SINCE. I HAVE ALWAYS PUT OFF REPAIRING IT BECAUSE IT WAS A RECALL THAT BROKE DOWN AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL VERBATIM AND IS A HAZARD FOR MULTIPLE REASONS AND I WOULD BLAME DODGE DIRECTLY IF ANYTHING WERE TO HAPPEN. I HAVE CONTACTED THEM SEVERAL TIMES THROUGH OUT THE LAST FEW YEARS TRYING TO RECTIFY THIS EGREGIOUS SITUATION. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECORDS INDICATE ONLY ONE SIDE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER THE RECALL STILL TO THIS DAY SHOWS COMPLETE. I TAKE PRIDE IN BUYING AND MAINTAINING AN 'AMERICAN MADE' PRODUCT AND WOULD HAVE FIXED THIS SEVERAL TIMES OVER HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR PRINCIPLE. DODGE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE CONCERNED FOR A CUSTOMER WHO IS A FAMILY MAN. I PROTECT MY FAMILY WITH MY OWN LIFE. IT IS DIFFICULT TO ONLY USE ONE DOOR WHEN PARKING ON A BUSY STREET WITH 2-5 CHILDREN WHO ARE FORCED TO GET OUT ONTO A BUSY STREET IF THAT IS THE ONLY OPTION. IT CAN BE VERY RISKY. EVEN PICKING THEM UP FROM SCHOOL THEY ARE MADE TO WALK TO THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE CAR EVEN THOU THE PICK UP SIDE IS ON THE PASSENGER. SECONDLY MY MAIN ISSUE IS A SHORT WHILE DRIVING. PROTRUDING WIRES COULD BE PINCHED IF THE DOOR IS USED WHICH COULD LEAD TO A FIRE OR FAULT IN THE DOOR FUNCTIONALITY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-02
- VIN: 2D8HN54X28R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE HAD MY DODGE 2008 CARAVAN FOR SOMETIME. WAS ORIGINALLY TAKEN FOR REPAIRS TO THE SLIDING DOOR RECALL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-15
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2D8HN54P68R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER VEHICLE WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY PARKED WHEN A NEIGHBOR NOTIFIED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR WENT UP IN FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A FIRE DEPARTMENT AND POLICE REPORT WERE MADE FILED. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT DEEMED THE VEHICLE A TOTALED LOSS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V235000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION TO THE FAILURE. HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. NO DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 188,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-02
- VIN: 2D8HN54PX8R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ALL GAGES ARE FLASHING WITH A BINGING SOUND ALL GAGES ARE JUMPING AND TURNING SIGNALS ONLY WORK WHEN THEY WANT WHILE PARKED AND DRIVING. ALSO DRIVER SIDE WINDOW BUTTONS AND LOCKS ARE NOT WORKING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-04
- VIN: 1D8HN54P28B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TIPM HAS FAILED STUCK IN LIMP MODE. CAUSED ENGINE LIGHT FUEL ISSUES AND STALLING
SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-05
- Components: SUSPENSION,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,WHEELS
- Summary: THE 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN IS A LAWSUIT WAITING TO HAPPEN IT SOMES WITH TOO MANY PROBLEMS THAT I BELIEVE THE CREATORS IF THIS VEHICLE KNEW ABOUT BUT PUT OUT FOR PRODUCTION ANY HOW FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY. TOO MANY LIVES ARE PUT AT RISK. IM REQUESTING A BRAND NEW CAR MY VHEICLE HAS ELECTRICAL ISSUES THAT SHOULD NOT BE COMMON, IGNITION ISSUES TURN THE KEY, CAR STALLING, SLIDING DOOR ISSUES YOU WOULD THINK A GHOST IS TOILING WITH YOU ITS TERRIBLE, I DEMAND SOME HELP MY CAR WONT START DUE TO ELECTRICAL CONCERNS THAT I DIDNT CAUSE I TOOK GOOD CARE OF MY VEHICLE BUT YET IT STILL FAILS. THIS CAR STALLED AND STOPPED ON THE HIGHWAY, WOULDNT START ON CERTAIN OCCASIONS ITS SCARY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-09
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1D8HN54P98B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 DODGE CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE REAR MODULE IGNITED AND MELTED. AS A RESULT, ALL THE CONNECTING WIRES WERE DAMAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC BUT WAS UNABLE TO ASSIST AND SUGGESTED THE VEHICLE BE SEEN BY A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN DRIVEN TO THE DEALER MILFORD CHRYSLER SALES (500 US-209, MILFORD, PA 18337 (570) 409-4046) AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE INSURANCE COMPANY USAA. THE INSURANCE COMPANY WENT TO THE DEALER, INSPECTED THE VEHICLE, AND THEN DEEMED THE VEHICLE AS A TOTAL LOSS. THE ORIGIN OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 118,000. *DT ATTACHED IS THE AUDIO.*JB *DT(7/30/19)*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-08
- VIN: 2D8HN44H28R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: TRAVELING 55 DOWN HIGHWAY SUDDENLY BRAKE ENGAGES AND BRAKE CAME UP ON DASH BOARD.BRAKE STAYS ON FOR A MINUTE OR SO THEN NOTICE THAT IT SOUNDS AS IF I AM OVER REVVING ENGINE. WHEN I COULD SAFELY PULL OVER I DID SO PUT IN PARK FOR A MINUTE WENT AGAIN AS SOON AS I REACHED OVER 35 IT STILL SOUNDED AS IF I WAS OVER REVVING ENGINE. WHEN I COULD SAFELY PULL OVER AGAIN I SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AT THIS TIME THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS START GOING AND THE HORN IS SOUNDING OFF. I THEN GOT OUT DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY WAITED FOR 5 MINITES RECONNECTED. I THEN PRECEDED TO GO AGAIN AND STILL SOUNDED AS IF I WAS REVVING ENGINE PUT 4 WAYS ON AND PRECEEDED HOME AT 25 MILES AN HOUR ON A SECONDARY ROAD. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL OTHER TIMES WHEN TAKEN IN TO THE DEALER THEY COULD NOT FIND ISSUE THIS WAS WHILE STILL UNDER WARRANTY. NO ONE HAS BEEN ABLE TO FIGURE IT OUT.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1D8HN44H08B
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING EASTBOUND ON A CITY ROAD AT 30MPH. FROM THE NORTH, MY DRIVER SIDE A TRUCK RAN A STOP SIGN AS I WAS GOING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION AND MY VEHICLE STRUCK HIS CRUMPLING THE FRONT END OF MY VAN. MY CONCERN IS THAT THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. WHILE MORE DAMAGE WAS DONE ON THE DRIVER SIDE THE ENTIRE FRONT WAS SMASHED BACKWARDS AND HIS VEHICLE HAD SPUN AND ALSO STRUCK THE PASSENGER SIDE BEHIND THE FRONT TIRE.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-16
- VIN: 2D8HN54PX8R
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: JUST RESOLVED AN IGNITION RECALL PROBLEM ON THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS WITH INDEPENDENT WIPERS GOING OFF, HORN GOING OFF,VEHICLE STALLING WHILE DRIVING AND DOORS LOCKING AND UNLOCKING..DODGE REPLACED IGNITION AND WIN MODULE BUT PROBLEM BEGAN WHEN I TRIED USING AC OR HEATER..I JUST BROUGHT THE CAR 2 MONTHS AGO AND IT HAS STALLED ON HGIHWAY 3 TIMES AND ON THE ROAD NUMEROUS TIMES. IM AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNS ON BUT GOES OUT INTERMITENTLY. SOUNDS LIKE THE ITPM PROBLEM EVERYONE IS HAVING ..CANT AFFORD ANOTHER 2000 DOLLARS TO FIX
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-14
- VIN: 1D8HN54P08B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: IGNITION SWITCHE WAS REPLACED ON A RECALL. BUT NOW THIS IGNITIN SWITCHES IS NOT WORKING RIGHT. SOME TIMES THE VAN WILL NOT START. I HAD IT CHECK OUT AND ITS THE IGNITION SWITCHE THAT WAS REPLACED ON MY CAR BECAUSE OF THE RECALL. WHAT DO I DO NOW TO GET THIS REPLACED AGAIN. THE VAN MAY SHUT OFF WHEN DRIVING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-03
- VIN: 1D8HN44H88B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE KEY FELL OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE'S ALARM WOULD AUTOMATICALLY SOUND WITH NO INTRUSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GINN CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP (5190 US-278, COVINGTON, GA 30014) FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND REPAIRS. THE DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-31
- VIN: 2D8HN54X38R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: MY HEADLIGHTS ARE FLICKERING I SEE MANY CAR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE TIPM RELAY AND WANT IT FIXED UNDER THE RECALL I COULD HAVE HAD A CAR ACCIDENT THIS ISSUE SHOULD HAVE BEEN FIXED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-21
- Crash: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: WAS DRIVING HOME AT NIGHT WHEN RANDOMLY MY LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING, HORN STARTED BLARING, WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED GOING OFF, WASHER FLUID WAS SPRAYING EVERYWHERE. LOCKS WERE LOCKING AND UNLOCKING. I ENDED UP DRIVING INTO SOMEONE'S LAWN AS I COULD NOT SEE PROPERLY WITH POOR LIGHTING AND ALL THE DISTRACTIONS. ONCE I GOT HOME THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO BE POSSESSED EVEN WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO GET EVERYTHING TO STOP AFTER UNPLUGGING THE BATTERY. UPON INTERNET RESEARCH IT DIDN'T TAKE LONG TO REALIZE IT WAS TIPM FUSE BOX ISSUE, I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH THE SAME BOX HAVING THE SAME ISSUES. I HAVE GONE TO THE JUNKYARD 3 TIMES AND GRABBED A USED TIPM FUSE BOX REPLACEMENT. THE FIRST REPLACEMENT THE CAR WOULD NOT START. SECOND REPLACEMENT THERE WAS A LOT OF TROUBLE LIGHTS ON THE DASH AND THE ODOMETER DID NOT WORK. WITH MY MOST RECENT REPLACEMENT THE HEADLIGHTS DON'T WORK. SO INCLUDING MY ORIGINAL TIPM , THAT'S 4 FAULTY TIPMS. DO YOU NOTICE A PROBLEM OR PATTERN HERE?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-03
- VIN: 2D8HN44H8R1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: MANY ISSUES, APPEAR TO BE RELATED TO THE TIPM. HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY STOP WORKING, AS DO THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS(VARIOUS TIMES, WHEN DRIVING/WHEN STARTING THE CAR). CAR HORN BEEPS WHEN DRIVER DOOR IS OPENED. AIR CONDITIONER/HEATER INTERMITTENTLY STOPS WORKING (WHEN DRIVING), WILL USUALLY COME BACK ON AFTER PULLING OVER AND RESTARTING THE CAR. VERY DANGEROUS IN THE WINTER.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-12
- VIN: 2D8HN54P28R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE INTEGRATED POWER MODULE FAILS, LEADING TO THE ENGINE CUTTING OUT, AS WELL AS HORN, WIPERS AND WASHER GOING OFF RANDOMLY. THIS HAPPENS REGARDLESS OF TEMPERATURE, DRIVING CONDITIONS, ETC. THE DEALERS KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THE ISSUE IS, AND LOVE THE $1200+ THE GET FOR REPLACEMENT OF THIS NOTORIOUSLY DEFECTIVE PART.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-20
- VIN: 1D8HN44H28B
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE AIR CHUCK WAS ATTACHED TO THE TPMS SENSOR/VALVE STEM DURING AN INFLATION SERVICE. THE SENSOR/VALVE STEM BROKE AND ALL AIR ESCAPED FROM THE TIRE.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-07
- VIN: 2D8HN44H68R
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALMOST TO THE FLOOR TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER, SAME PROBLEM, REPLACED POWER BOOSTER, SAME PROBLEM. THIS IS A MAJOR DESIGN FLAW WITH THIS VEHICLE WITH MAJOR COMPLAINTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO DATE BY HNTSA TO MAKE CHRYSLER DODGE FIX THIS MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WITH ALL DODGE GRAND CARAVANS.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1D8HN44H98B
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ELTERICE PROUBLEMS WITH THE DRIVERS CONTROLL SWITCH TOO OPEN AN CLOSE THE WINDOWS , HAS IT BEEN KNOW TOO CATCH ON FIRE AN MAKE ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD GO ON AN OFF NOW AN THEN .LUCKY WE JUST'D STARTED UP THE VAN TOO WARN UP AN ALL THEN SUDDEN WE NOTICE THE DRIVERS CONTORLL SWITCH WAS ON FIRE .
2008 Dodge Caravan recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2008 Dodge Caravan.
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR
- Summary: THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN MOBILITY CONVERSIONS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE REAR SPRING HATS COME INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE REAR TIRES. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS THE TIRES MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE REAR SPRING HATS.
- Consequence: CONTACT BETWEEN THE TIRE SPRING HAT MAY WEAR A HOLE IN THE TIRE OVER TIME. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT OF TIRE PRESSURE LOSS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-488-0359.
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
- Summary: THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN COMMERCIAL ENTERVANS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE FUEL FILL PIPE COMES INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE LEFT REAR TIRE. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE TIRE MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE FUEL FILL PIPE.
- Consequence: CONTACT BETWEEN THE TIRE AND FUEL FILL PIPE MAY WEAR A HOLE IN ONE OR THE OTHER COMPONENTS OVER TIME. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT OF TIRE PRESSURE LOSS, OR A VEHICLE FIRE IN THE EVENT THE FUEL PIPE IS COMPROMISED.
- Remedy: BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-488-0359.
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Jan 11, 2011 ... 2008 Grand Caravan reliability. ... They are mostly reliable. You hardly hear of transmission or engine issues. Front brake pads are the weak ...
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Apr 5, 2013 ... Weak voltage caused by poor connections, cracked tone rings that activate the signal on the sensor, water intrusion inside a connection. If this ...
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT transmission problem ...
Jan 17, 2020 ... i came to find out it had to do with the shift solenoid, i found turning the van off and back on seems to fix the issue until it decides to act ...
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