2002 Dodge Grand Caravan: check engine light

Filed Jun 14, 2012 · Fuel system · 86,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge grand caravan. The contact noticed that the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. The mechanic detected a leak in the fuel system. The mechanic stated the fuel tank was collapsing and expanding. The mechanic referred the contact to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated there was a manufacturer's recall in effect, but the contact's VIN was not included in the recall. The contact also noticed the speedometer was not providing a reading. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Filed Feb 7, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 120,000 miles · MT

Our 2002 dodge grand caravan with a 3.8 awd began cutting out on acceleration and at intersections recently. Currently it will die 3 or 4 times in a half a mile when it is cold. This condition has nearly caused an accident on multiple occasions as the car will stop in the middle of an intersection with out warning. No cel is present all maintenance is up to schedule. Fuel filter,spark plugs, wires,air filter,cleaned throttle body. Dealer has no idea what it can be. This is not a safe car and should be recalled due to this dangerous flaw.

Filed Aug 18, 2011 · Electrical, Transmission · 143,000 miles · NC

I have a 2002 dodge grand caravan on about 8/11 the check engine light cam on and smoke and raw fuel were coming out of the exhaust. I immediately shut down and began to diagnose the problem. I found the wiring harness on the injector fuel rail to be faulty. The harness is routed around the ignition coil directly over the exhaust pipe. The insulation had broke down over time from heat and bare wires were touching each other. The result is a potential fire hazard. The end result was also a ruined PCM. The injector wiring harness has no additional heat shielding on it, but where it plugs into the main wiring harness the main wiring harness has heat shielding material.

Filed Jan 14, 2008 · Transmission · 48,600 miles · LA

The check engine light came on and we had the vehicle checked. We were told that it was dealing with the transmission and to go to a transmission specialist. A day later, the tires were locked and the van did not respond to any gear. Had the van towed to transmission shop. They said that the torque converter failed and in turn the oil pump was not circulating oil to the transmission. The transmission was completely welded together. We had to purchase an entire new transmission costing over $2,600.00. The vehicle had only 48,000 miles. I read online where other individuals had same problem at 37,000 miles and 40,000 miles.

Filed May 14, 2007 · Fuel system · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle's fuel tank control valve weld joint has been leaking for three weeks. The mechanic found the leak after the vehicle was taken in because the check engine light kept illuminating. The contact stated that there is a safety recall that does not apply to his VIN. The current and failure mileages were unavailable.

Filed Jan 19, 2006 · Transmission · 60,000 miles · TN

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at highway speed the manual transmission jerked the vehicle as if it were stalling. Afterwards, the check engine light illuminated. The contact pulled over, but the vehicle would not drive any further. It was towed to a dealer. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined that the manual transmission failed, although regularly serviced, due to an unknown internal problem, not improper maintenance. The manual transmission was replaced. *nm updated 2/28/2006 -

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 22,153 miles · FL · fire

On 6/11/03 vehicle was making power steering noises & auto dr locks wouldn't lock at 15 MPH. Replaced power hose, hose clamp & oil trans. Informed I needed new brakes (22, 153 miles & didn't req that they do this when I arrived at shop). 7/2/03 took van in 'cause left rear (driver side) speaker caught on fire while at a gas pump. While at gas pump w/2 of our 4 kids in the car. Brakes that were just replaced prev month were squeaking as well as the steering again. (dealer-brakes squeak 'cause they are metal & there is air in the steering line). 9/23/03 van battery blew up when started. Replaced battery. 12/3/03 steering making noise during turns. Replaced both sway bars links. 12/29/03 steering is very tight & shuddering again & auto lock button on key chain won't work. Ordered new power steering rack & resevoir. Then on 1/6/04 tach spiked at 4k, vehicle lost power & engine light came on while on expressway w/my baby in the car. Determination was the transmission solenoid assy failure & replaced the same. This cost me $107 (would have cost more if I wasn't given an extended warranty for fire I had). 1/19/04 van was giving a burn smell from under the hood along with smoke. They found A/C compressor clutch shorting in coil. A/c compressor replaced & recharged. 2/5/04 vehicle taken for the last time for loud popping sound under the dr's ft area when turning left. All suspension parts tightened. Next visit is req'd by the fl lemon law to give them 1 more chance before paperwork can be filed. Done on 3/8/04 for steering noise when stopped & just turning wheel. Replaced pt that was replaced before: power steering pump resevoir. Paperwork filed for florida lemon law on 4/5/04,unsave vehicle & fear for safety of family.

Filed Jun 15, 2003 · Engine · NY

Recall replacement of gas tank that might has something to do with my engine light turning on now I found out that the problem is coming through the emission control system purge (gross) leak engine code p0455 given to me by the car itself, my car will be taken to dealer on this condition monday june 16,2003 and I think this has something to do with the repair of the recall. My main complaint is that I've bin at this dealer three times with repair done or check done on problems to my vehicle and three times I get no proof that the vehicle was service there even when the recall was done all I have is the tag # which is only for there purpose. I do ask for it even though I think I shouldn't and they state that job is done and I don't need anything cause it was done.

Filed Apr 22, 2002 · Fuel system · MD

This is my second 2002 grand caravan...the first was purchased on 10/23/2001 and on the way home we smelled strong fuel vapors, the check engine light came on, and it started running rough. Dealer could not determine problem and we were given a replacement 2002 grand caravan on 10/24/2001....I later found out that this replacement vehicle was built on the same day and same production line as the previous 2002 I had...and only one other vehicle was produced between them. The vehicle I have just started to have the same problem as the previous one (strong vapors, check engine lite), and was diagnosed as having gas tank/pressure relief valve problems. Since the vehicles were built on the same line/day, and since it is a gas tank/vapor problem, am concerned about the safety of all grand caravans built on that line on/around that day.