2008 Dodge Caravan: sudden loss of power

Filed Feb 25, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · 180,970 miles · NC

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.

Filed Oct 26, 2015 · Electrical · 136,000 miles · ME

On several occasions, while driving at various speeds and in various road conditions, this dodge caravan did lose complete engine power. The most frightening was at 70mph on the freeway at night! A very smooth stretch of freeway and the headlights went out and the engine stopped running. Recall r03/agency14v-373 was preformed on this dodge but engine power loss persist. It would appear that a power module could be the problem and dodge knows it. This is a potentially dangerous and lethal situation. During this engine shutdown, critical elements of vehicle safety are lost including effective braking, steering and airbag deployment mechanicals.

Filed Oct 15, 2014 · Electrical · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated when driving at various speeds, the engine would lose power. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v139000 (electrical system). However, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Sep 19, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 78,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge caravan. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the gear shifter would independently move from drive to second gear. In addition, the windows, radio, and wipers lost power. The contact had to push the key in the ignition to regain power. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v139000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2010 · Brakes, Electrical · 17,297 miles · NC

Brake system issues and possible front-end issues in general, electrical issues. Had to replace front tires at 18729 miles. Brakes pads and rotors needed replaced at 24130 miles. Dealer only agreed to cover rotors after much disagreement. Stated everything else was normal wear and tear. Check engine light been coming on since late 2009, keep taking it in- stated problems with o2 sensors. Problem still not fixed. Dealer states we must need new computer, and that will be covered by warranty. Brakes have been making screeching/rattling noises again, and mileage is now at 29000 miles. Dealer states nothing wrong with brakes, that it must be brake dust. Dealer just does not want to take ownership or pay to cover- there is absolutely an issue that they will not admit. Instrument panel has failed 4 times while driving, including loss of power steering. There is something very wrong with this van.

Filed Apr 5, 2009 · Brakes · 21,000 miles · IL

I bought a 2008 caravan from a local dealer, the first road trip we took the front brakes got hot and pulled to the left, causing the motor to loss power, we took it to the dealer to have it checked and they couldn't find anything wrong. I believe this is a safety issue and I am afraid to drive the van for long distance, what can I do?