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2001 Dodge Grand Caravan lights problems

49 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000.

owner complaints
49
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
80,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Headlights
    26
  • Headlights: switch
    3
  • Turn signal
    1
  • Headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Grand Caravan lights problems in other years

199019952000200520102020

Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 53

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 28, 2014 · Lights · 109,386 miles · OK

Sometimes when the vehicle is started only the driver side daytime running light comes on. Turn the lights on and the driver side light goes out and the other side comes on. Turn on the high beams, the driver side light comes on and the other side goes out. Took the vehicle to a dealer,cause was said to be the multi function switch shorted. The multi function switch was replaced, lights worked properly for about 2 weeks,then the problem returned. Took vehicle back to the same dealer and was told they could not duplicate the problem.when both lights are on at the same time they flicker,the problem has gotten to the point to where only one light is working more times than when both lights are working. I researched the problem on the internet and found several other owners having the same problem as early as 2005. I contacted dodge and was told they were unaware of the problem and that there were no recalls on my vehicle. All 2001 dodge grand caravan should be recalled at once, because of this safety issue with the lights. It should not take someone having an accident whether minor or fatal in order to get this defect corrected.we are at risk of receiving a traffic ticket for driving a vehicle with defective equipment and or being in an accident because of the lighting problem. We have lost use of this for up to 3 weeks because of the problem with the head lights,and we can not afford to replace it at this time. Even if we replace this vehicle the problem would only be passed on to someone else. All 2001 dodge grand caravans need to be recalled at once.

Filed Feb 17, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 108,000 miles · NJ

Using either turn signal cuts off power to the dash. Dash comes back on a few seconds after using. I check the lights (exterior), but no blinking the interior turn signals blink sometimes, but no sound anybody familiar with problem? I've seen many similar conditions.

Filed Feb 15, 2011 · Lights · 80,000 miles · IN

Own 2001 dodge grand caravan sport, 3.3l. Left (driver side) headlight does not work and it is not the bulb. Also have flickering of dashboard lights. Prob started in 08' repair shop advised me this is ongoing prob with these vans. Repair shop said it was moisture in relay box, he dried it out for me and headlight worked fine for almost 2 years, but he said it was only matter of time until moisture builds up again and headlight wont work. He was right, because now not working again.

Filed Feb 12, 2011 · Lights · 128,320 miles · NY

2001 dodge grand caravan. Left headlight works on low. Right only on high. Researched on line after spending a fortune by mechanics who couldn't repair it. Found to be fcm. Multiple complaints but chrysler not fessing up to issue.

Filed Nov 10, 2009 · Electrical, Lights · 130,000 miles · NH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge grand caravan. The head-lights and the speedometer intermittently fail. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The failure was contributed to the internal headlight module. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The failure mileage was 130,000. The current mileage was 132,000. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.

Filed Aug 28, 2009 · Lights · 102,000 miles · MI

Intermittent failure of headlights.

Filed Aug 19, 2009 · Lights · 450,000 miles · WI

Intermittant head lights. Some times when driving with lights on- they go out. With in a day or 2 they come back on. This is an on going occurance.

Filed May 13, 2009 · Lights · 100,000 miles · WI

I bought a used 2001 dodge grand caravan. All the lights constantly flicker like a candle in the wind. This included the headlights and taillights. This is annoying at best. The dealer says they are not aware of the problem and don't know what causes it. I understand there are 800,000 caravans just like mine with the same problem according to your website. I believe the cars computer may be faulty which is why chrysler says they are not aware of the problem. Driving with constantly dimming headlights is extremely fatiguing on a persons eyes.

Filed Apr 9, 2009 · Lights · UT

Headlights flicker. Dash lights and gauges flicker.

Filed Apr 2, 2009 · Lights · 123,000 miles · MI

2001 dodge grand caravan sport with 3.3 liter engine a/t. The has intermittent on/off headlight problem.

Questions about the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan lights

Does the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan have lights problems?

Owners have filed 49 complaints about the lights of the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, 16% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan lights?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have the most lights problems?

The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most lights complaints are 2005 (154 complaints), 2001 (49 complaints) and 2008 (48 complaints).

Other 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

Airbags 48Electrical 37Transmission 29Visibility 29Steering 25Brakes 19Engine 19Fuel system 19Seat belts 18Suspension 16Body 9Acceleration 6Seats 5Tires 5Locks 3Wheels 2

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