Van stops abruptly. Will die while driving, wheel will lock up and and van powers down. Will start back up as soon as its stops.
The worst 2012 Dodge Caravan problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical47
- Engine19
- Brakes9
- Fuel system6
- Airbags4
- Acceleration3
- Seats3
- Transmission3
- Body2
- Driver assistance2
- Visibility2
- Wheels2
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2012 Dodge Caravan
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
In a letter dated August 21, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the federal safety agency to initiate a defect investigation of alleged failures associated with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) installed in Chrysler SUV?s, trucks, and vans beginning in the 2007 model year. The petitioner alleges that TIPM defects may result in engine stall, airbag non-deployment, failure of fuel pump shutoff resulting in unintended acceleration, fire, and other symptoms. On September 25, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened DP14-004 to evaluate the petition for a grant or deny decision. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by CAS as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. In total, there were 296 complaints submitted by the petitioner in the original petition and five supplements, including 271 complaints related to the subject vehicles equipped with TIPM-7. Approximately 3 percent of CAS complaints are related to vehicles equipped with TIPM-6 and ODI?s review of these complaints did not identify any safety defect trends. ODI conducted a detailed review of complaints narratives submitted by CAS and consumers including careful analysis of vehicle repair histories, warranty claims obtained from the manufacturer and any available Customer Assistance Inquiry reports (CAIR). Analysis of the field data indicated that MY2011-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles exhibited significantly higher complaint rates related to fuel pump relay (FPR) failures than other subject vehicles. In a September 3, 2014 letter to the federal safety agency, Chrysler submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the FPR within the TIPM-7 which can result in a no start or stall condition in approximately 188,723 model year (MY) 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) and Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010 through July 20, 2011 (14V‑530).In a February 24, 2015 letter, Chrysler submitted a second DIR expanding the scope of the FPR defect condition to include an additional 338,216 MY 2012 through 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured from September 17, 2010 through August 19, 2013 and MY 2012 through 2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 18, 2011 through August 19, 2013 (15V‑115).ODI analysis of the CAS allegations of TIPM defects resulting in stall while driving, airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration, fire and other faults identified a single defect condition related to 1 of over 60 different circuits in the TIPM assembly. The most common effect of this defect condition, related to the fuel pump relay, was a no-start concern, but it could also result in stall while driving (76 complaints). No valid evidence was presented in support of claims related to airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration or fire resulting from TIPM faults and these claims were found to be wholly without merit based on review of the field data and design of the relevant systems and components.Except insofar as the petitioner's contentions relate to the defect condition addressed by the Chrysler recalls, the factual bases of the petitioner's contentions that any further investigation is necessary are unsupported. In our view, additional investigation is unlikely to result in a finding that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists or a the federal safety agency order for the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect as alleged by the petitioner at the conclusion of the requested investigation. Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize the federal safety agency's limited resources to best accomplish the agency's safety mission, the petition is den
DP14004
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Dodge Caravan 150
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
- Starter - engine
- Incoming Vehicles with Deployed Active Head Rest (AHR) should have a through enquiry
- Lifter
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair...
- Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review...
- WiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT)
- Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of...
- Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the...
- If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is...
What 2012 Dodge Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge caravan. While driving 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled and was towed to kendall dodge chrysler jeep ram (13355 sw 137th ave, miami, fl 33186, (786) 231-2120). The dealer diagnosed that there was an electrical failure and they repaired the ignition switch and replaced the key, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was still with the dealer. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge caravan. The contact stated that their vehicle would not start. They jump started the vehicle and it was able to restart. The following day the vehicle failed to start as a result, the contact replaced the battery and the vehicle was then able to start. However, the failure recurred and the driver side door was unable to be unlocked. The contact had to get a new key made. The locksmith that made the new key jump started the vehicle. The contact went to work, when they left the vehicle would not start again. They hooked the battery up to a battery charger and the battery was drained. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown (the contact can't get inside the vehicle).
2012 dodge grand caravan stops running suddenly while driving. On several occasions over the past week the vehicle will just cut off while driving. So far this has only happened on city streets and not on the highway. On a least one occasion I noticed that I bumped the key. Maybe an ignition problem? This is very dangerous as it happens without warning.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge caravan. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning and was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
Dodge caravan. Consumer would like to know if there are any existing factory recalls on vehicle. *ld
Fuel pump continues to stay on when vehicle is off with no key in ignition. This is causing battery drain and hard starts after jumping battery. Car also is stalling at times while in motion. I have seen a recall for other males and models of same year from mopar vehicles, such as durango. It seems to be fuel pump relay in tipm.
Van had engine stall while going down highway. Lost all power due to this..was only going about 45 so was able to maintain control and get to side of the road. Was in the rural area so traffic was light...daughter and granddaughter was in van with me ...this could have been tragic if I had been on interstate or on busy highway...was told by machanic that fuel relay tipm gone out
2012 dodge caravan suddenly shuts off while driving losing the ability to brake or steer, with no warning signs from the vehicle. After research, this is a common problem for dodge caravans resulting in serious safety concerns.
My wife while driving slammed on the brakes and the van shut off it however restart right away.this was very scary and could put her life in danger if someone had run into her van back.
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Questions about the 2012 Dodge Caravan
Is the 2012 Dodge Caravan reliable?
Owners have filed 87 complaints about the 2012 Dodge Caravan, close to a typical Caravan model year.
What is the 2012 Dodge Caravan year score?
The 2012 Dodge Caravan scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Dodge Caravan: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Dodge Caravan?
Electrical system, with 47 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles. Next is engine (19).
How many recalls does the 2012 Dodge Caravan have?
No recalls on record.
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