Dodge Mini ram van problems
The Dodge Ram Van (also known as the Dodge B-series) is a range of full-size vans that were produced by Chrysler Corporation from the 1971 to 2003 model years. Replacing the Dodge A100, the Ram Van transitioned to a front-engine drivetrain configuration. Mostly offered as a cargo van and a passenger van, the model line was also initially offered as a cutaway van chassis.
The B-series van line was produced across 32 years of production, making it among the longest-lived platform designs in American automotive history. Much of the exterior and chassis underpinnings saw only gradual changes during their entire production, with three distinct generations developed. Alongside its use by Dodge, the full-size van range saw rebranding during the 1970s for both Fargo Trucks and Plymouth (marking the debut of the Plymouth Voyager nameplate).
For much of its entire production run, Chrysler produced B-platform vans at the now-demolished Pillette Road Truck Assembly plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada; prior to 1980, the model line was also produced at Saint Louis North Assembly (Fenton, Missouri). In 2003, the Dodge Sprinter (a rebranding of its Mercedes-Benz namesake) was introduced, replacing the B-series van entirely from 2004 to 2009. Since 2014, the Ram division has offered the ProMaster to the full-size van market, a rebranded Fiat Ducato.
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Common Dodge Mini ram van problems
The Dodge Grand Caravan, a popular minivan, has faced several common problems across various model years. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues:
- Engine Problems (2009, 2013): Engine problems have been reported in several Dodge Caravan models. These issues include complete engine failure, check engine light constantly turning on while driving, and the van flat out refusing to start. For instance, the 2009 model has been reported to have engine problems where the van suddenly stops while driving, displaying the traction control light before it stops. This issue is often accompanied by a loss of power steering. Similarly, the 2013 model has been reported to have engine failures, often caused by a failing totally integrated power module (TIPM), which can cost around $1,200 to replace.
- Interior Accessory Issues: Some Dodge Caravan models have been reported to have issues with interior accessories. These problems can range from minor inconveniences to significant safety concerns. For example, the 2011 model has been reported to have problems with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), which can cause the minivan to not start or have difficulty starting. In some cases, the windows and doors tend to open randomly. Although the automaker is aware of this widespread issue, it has yet to issue a recall to fix it.
- Oil Consumption Problem (2018 Ram Promaster City): The 2018 Ram Promaster City has been reported to have an oil consumption problem. This issue can lead to engine failure, as seen in the case of one owner who needed a new engine after the second cylinder failed to hold compression. The dealer was unable to say that the van had failed the oil consumption test, but the diagnostics showed the issue. The owner does not recommend purchasing this van due to this problem.
- Electrical System, Power Train, and Engine Issues (All Years): According to a poll in the Ram Promaster City Facebook owners group, the top three reasons owners were unhappy with their vans were the electrical system, power train, and engine. As of May, there were 124 complaints about the Ram Promaster on Vehie.com, with the top three reasons being the electrical system, power train, and engine.
In conclusion, while the Dodge Grand Caravan and Ram Promaster City are popular choices among drivers, they have had their share of problems. Understanding these issues can help potential buyers make informed decisions about which models and years to avoid.
What are common problems with Dodge ProMaster?
Worst Issues
- squealing brakes in the 2014 ProMaster 2500. ...
- squealing noise in the 2014 ProMaster 2500. ...
- won't start intermittently in the 2014 ProMaster 2500. ...
- sensor coming on in the 2014 ProMaster 2500. ...
- electrical system not recharging in the 2014 ProMaster 2500.
Are Ram vans reliable?
The Ram ProMaster 1500 Reliability Rating is 2.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 17th out of 21 for commercial vans. The average annual repair cost is $1,072 which means it has poor ownership costs.
How many miles does a Dodge Ram van last?
Known for their performance and durability, the models at our Dodge dealer near you are often reported to reach or even exceed the 200,000-mile mark with regular maintenance. But why do they last so long, you ask?
What is the transmission problem with the Ram ProMaster?
The automaker is recalling an estimated 165,503 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster vehicles equipped with a 62TE transmission because the park pawl may not fully engage the park gear due to debris inside the transmission. This scenario can result in vehicle rollaway, which increases the likelihood of a crash.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Dodge Mini ram van years
We have researched Dodge problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Dodge Mini ram van cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Dodge Mini ram van model years:
- Dodge Mini ram van 1989
- Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Dodge Mini ram van 1984
- Dodge Mini ram van 1992
- Dodge Mini ram van 1993
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Dodge Mini ram van model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Dodge Mini ram van years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Dodge Mini ram van car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Dodge Mini ram van , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Visibility problems
- Power train problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Dodge Mini ram van vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Mini ram van model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 32 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Dodge Mini ram van . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Dodge Mini ram van vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-04
- Date Complaint: 2016-10-18
- VIN: 2B7HB11Y4TK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 DODGE MINI RAM VAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER TO THE SIDES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND INFORMED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, HOWEVER THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS DISCONTINUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 37,000...UPDATED 11/17/16 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED HE REPAIRED THE STEERING HIMSELF BY REMOVING THE STEERING SHAFT AND REPLACING THE UJOINT. UPDATED 08/08/2017*JS
Dodge Mini ram van 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2005-08-24
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 1997 DODGE CARAVAN HEADLIGHTS LOST PART OF THEIR CAPABILITY TO LIGHT UP THE ROAD.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE PLASTIC COVERS WERE HEAVILY PITTED WITH A FOG-LIKE APPEARANCE PARTICULARLY IN THE AREA DIRECTLY AHEAD OF THE LIGHTS RESULTING IN DIFFUSION WHICH SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED THE INTENSITY OF THE HEADLIGHT BEAM ON BOTH HIGH AND LOW BEAM. *SC
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-21
- Date Complaint: 2005-02-21
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I HAVE HAD TO EITHER REPLACE OR REPAIR TWO OF MY HANKOOK MILAGE PLUS TIRES SINCE I PURCHASED THEM SIX MONTHS AGO. THE LATEST INCIDENT OCCURING ON 2/21/05. I HAVE BOTH TIRES THE ONE THAT WAS REPLACED AND THE I HAD TO HAVE REPAIRED.
Dodge Mini ram van 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-11
- Date Complaint: 2003-12-10
- VIN: 2B4FP2534VR
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHEN USING THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED TO OPERATE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK A CHRYSLER DEALER IN INDIANA STATED A LOT OF '97 CARAVAN'S HAVE THIS DEFECT. CONSUMER NOTED IT IS IRRITATING, DISTRACTING, AND COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. CONSUMER REQUESTED A LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION TO GET THE FAILURE REPAIRED. *PH
Dodge Mini ram van 1984
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-15
- Date Complaint: 2003-04-14
- VIN: 2B6HB21YXRK
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE TIRE EXPLODED.*JB
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-20
- Date Complaint: 2003-01-27
- VIN: 2B4GP2435TR
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: DURING SUMMER CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF BETWEEN 18 AND 25 MILES. *AK CRUISE CONTROL WAS OPERATIVE WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE COOL. DEALER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. *TT
Dodge Mini ram van 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-03
- Date Complaint: 2002-11-20
- VIN: PLEASE PROV
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AND NO WARNING THE HORN WILL OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY DURING WINTER WEATHER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-15
- Date Complaint: 2001-08-21
- VIN: 2B6HB21X1TK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE FAILURE, ENGINE WAS REPLACED FOR FOUR TIMES BY DEALER. REASON FOR FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK
Dodge Mini ram van 1992
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-04
- Date Complaint: 2001-06-14
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THERE IS A GLOSSY LOOK WHEN LOOKING AT COVER OVER HEADLIGHTS. AT NIGHT IT MAKES HEADLIGHTS NOT AS BRIGHT AS THEY SHOULD BE. CONSUMER CAN'T USE HIGH BEAMS, AND THIS MAY ENDANGER OTHER DRIVERS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER IMFORMATION.*AK
Dodge Mini ram van 1984
- Date Of Incident: 1997-01-17
- Date Complaint: 1997-03-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B7FK13C5ER
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING FIRE.
Dodge Mini ram van 1984
- Date Of Incident: 1997-01-17
- Date Complaint: 1997-01-29
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: STARTED SMOKING AND THEN CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE DASH IN THE HEATER OR HEATER WIRING AFTER IDLING FOR 3 HRS. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
Dodge Mini ram van 1995
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-01
- Date Complaint: 1996-06-18
- VIN: 2B6KB31Y2SK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RUBBER INNER FENDER SHIELD LEFT OFF AT FACTORY, ALLOWING MUD/WATER TO GET INTO ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. *DH
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-22
- Date Complaint: 1996-03-22
- VIN: 1B4GP54R1TB
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: PASSENGER DOOR/REAR GATE LEAKS.*SD
Dodge Mini ram van 1996
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-22
- Date Complaint: 1996-03-22
- VIN: 1B4GP54R1TB
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON UPON STARTING VEHICLE. *SD
Dodge Mini ram van 1992
- Date Of Incident: 1995-08-24
- Date Complaint: 1995-11-09
- VIN: 1B4GH44R6NX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: BATTERY EXPLODED INTO PIECES, UPON ATTEMPTING TO START VEHICLE. *SD
Latest 5 recalls Dodge Mini ram van
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the Dodge Mini ram van.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Dodge Mini ram van 1985
- Report Received Date: 2008-04-14
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- 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.
- Model: Dodge Mini ram van 1984
- Report Received Date: 2008-04-14
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- 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.
- Model: Dodge Mini ram van 1988
- Report Received Date: 2008-04-14
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- 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.
- Model: Dodge Mini ram van 1988
- Report Received Date: 1988-07-01
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: FUEL TANKS MAY BE CONSTRUCTED OF IMPROPER MATERIAL.
- Consequence: FUEL COULD LEAK AT THE TANK SEAM WHICH, IN PRESENCE OFAN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: REPLACE SUSPECT FUEL TANKS.
- Model: Dodge Mini ram van 1988
- Report Received Date: 1988-01-26
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: FUEL TANKS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TANK MANUFACTURE.
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE WITH THE POTENTIAL FORA FIRE.
- Remedy: REPLACE FUEL TANKS AS NECESSARY.
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