2001 dodge grand caravan experiencing problems with the air conditioner compressor. *mr when either the defrost or A/C was turned on, a very loud grinding noise would be present along with a burning rubber smell. The A/C compressor malfunctioned as a result of an internal seizure causing shards of metal to go through the dryer and lines. The consumer requested reimbursement of the repair. *sc
2001 Dodge Caravan: grinding or squealing brakes
5 of the 257 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Caravan describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 10 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
While applying the brakes there was a clanking noise. The brake pads/calipers, and rotors were replaced. *ak the noise problem was on going and was only present upon the application of the brake from low speed, but currently it only happens from low speed, but present at almost every brake application. Two separate mechanics stated that they could not identify the problem. The noise was a combination of clanking and grinding. *sc
This car has been nothing but problems. First I have had it to dealer 3 times with leaks which I find is currently a recall. Then one cold winter it started to make a loud reving noise from first start starter was replaced still does it dealer claims they cannot hear it. Then I have had several belts repaced due to squealing sound upon starting the car. Squealing is still there. They cannot hear it. Now I am having a vibrating sound in my steering and it sounds as if the steering is about to go. As other complaints have indicated. Is this car safe to drive?
Steering vibration at low speeds and grinding noise from under front of vehicle.
Left front strut was fractured and dragging to the ground when driver was backing out of driverway. Tire was making a grinding sound due to tire rubbing against it. *ak
Service bulletins that may apply
- Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum
- Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum
- Anti-lock brake rear wheel speed sensor replacement
- Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum
- Subject regarding rear brake cyclic rubbing sound from rear of vehicle during medium to light brake...
- A condition may exist where a low frequency howl / moan noise is heard from the rear brake area during low...
- On some vehicles, while driving through deep or blowing snow / water, the snow / water may enter the rear...
- Some low mileage vehicles may exhibit a loud squeal sound from the rear disc brakes that is most...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Caravan grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2001 Dodge Caravan?
5 of 257 owner complaints about the 2001 Dodge Caravan (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Dodge Caravan?
There are 0 recalls and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Dodge Caravan
Airbag light 29Headlights 29Adaptive cruise 8Ball joint 8Brake failure 6Check engine light 6Transmission failure 6Power windows 5Stalling 5Wipers 5
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