1996 Dodge Caravan: engine stalls while driving

58 of the 1,394 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Caravan describe engine stalls while driving.

owner complaints: 58
of this car's complaints: 4%
recalls: 1

Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 19 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Engine stalls while driving by model year

2015
1
2013
1
2012
13
2011
10
2010
25
2009
23
2008
38
2007
15
2006
11
2005
24
2004
10
2003
10
2002
6
2001
5
2000
20
1999
18
1998
22
1997
23
1996
58
1995
35
1994
47
1993
28
1992
14
1991
7
1990
8

What owners say

Filed Nov 29, 2004 · Engine · 72,000 miles · FL

While driving at low speeds vehicle stalled. Consumer was able to restart the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Electrical · MA

Car keeps stalling out with no warning. Usually when slowing to a stop or to turn, such as coming off an exit ramp. All the sudden no power sterring an car is dead. Have almost been hit by other vehicles several times.nothing done, czn't find problem when hooked up to computer.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Electrical, Engine · 100,000 miles · AL

The vehicle stalled when accelerating. The vehicle would not exceed 50 MPH. The vehicle also had electrical problems. The dashboard lights flashed on and off. *ak

Filed Oct 20, 2003 · Airbags · 64,300 miles · CO

While traveling at 45 MPH on sunny good weather the engine stalled whithout any warning, causing an accident. The car will not start again.

Filed Mar 4, 2003 · Engine · 68,000 miles · FL

While driving the vehicles engine stalled, started smoking and later the vehicle caught on fire. The dealer was notified.

Filed Feb 24, 2003 · Electrical · NC

Intermittent stalling due to engine failure. *ak a couple of months after purchase, the vehicle shut down while in motion. The dealer had the vehicle on many occasions and changed different electrical parts and the problem could not be found. The consumer found the dealer/manufacturer was aware of the electrical problems in this make/model. *scc

Filed Nov 7, 2002 · Engine · FL

While driving at highway speed the vehicle stalls causing lost of power steering. Ts

Filed Jul 24, 2002 · Fuel system · SC

While driving, vehicle stalled due to the fuel tank collapsing on itself, dealer stated that the fuel tank needed replaced, later consumer received a recall regarding the seal in the fuel tank and took the vehicle to the dealer, however the dealer would not do the recall repairs due to the fuel tank being collapsed, consumer purchased a fuel tank from a salvage yard, however that tank was also collapsed.

Filed May 10, 2002 · Engine · PA

While driving and without warning vehicle completely shutsdown, cause unknown. *ak consumer states dealer disconnected safety locks, alarm system, and keyless entry, they think it will solve the problem but it didn?t, still vehicle stalls and starts every time after 20 minutes.

Filed May 9, 2002 · Engine · FL

Vehicle stalls while coming to a stop at 25 MPH. Has stalled 4-5 times. Dealer cannot find a problem.

Filed Apr 11, 2002 · Fuel system · FL

Periodically when turning vehicle to left or right vehicle stalls. Took vehicle to dealer. Dealer had fuel system checked. Cause of problem unknown. Please add VIN.

Filed Mar 15, 2002 · Engine · GA

While traveling at highway speeds and without any indication vehicle would stall and idle high. Dealer has serviced vehicle, but could not duplicate problem. Please provide further information.

Service bulletins that may apply

Feb 26, 2016 Service bulletinValve Body
Nov 2, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding camshaft / bearing service. tt
Feb 4, 2000 Service bulletinConcerns with the pcv valve freezing under extremely cold conditions. tt
Oct 1, 1999 Service bulletinEmissions recall stating that the radiator fan relay may not turn on the radiator cooling fans. tt
Jun 4, 1999 Service bulletinConcerns with serpentine belt slipping off idler pulley. tt
Feb 12, 1999 Service bulletinSubject regarding sags / hesitation / stumble / start & stall. tt
Dec 11, 1998 Service bulletinSubject regarding oil seepage at cam position sensor / misinterpreted head gasket leak. yc
Nov 6, 1998 Service bulletinA new multi-layer steel ( mls ) head gasket has been developed and is being implemented into production...

Related recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasolineReported January 11, 1996 · 40,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
Risk: Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.

Recall number 96V006000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1996 Dodge Caravan stalling

Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 1996 Dodge Caravan?

58 of 1,394 owner complaints about the 1996 Dodge Caravan (4%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 1996.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Dodge Caravan?

There is 1 recall and 19 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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