2003 Dodge Grand Caravan: engine stalls while driving

Filed Mar 26, 2019 · Engine · 238,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. While accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 238,000.

Filed Aug 14, 2015 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · OH · fire · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The contact shifted into neutral and maneuvered into the emergency lane, where the engine stalled without warning. The contact noticed flames emitting from the rear of the vehicle. The contact and passengers exited the vehicle. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained burns and abrasions that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact mentioned that the failure was believed to be related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v274000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Mar 14, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 175,000 miles · MO

Upon refueling the vehicle, vehicle stalls for a few seconds upon first acceleration. This has happened several times (about 1 out of every 4 refuels). Several times, the vehicle has stalled while pulling into traffic. Upon doing research, we have learned of many complaints already voiced about a faulty valve. For reference: http://www.autoblog.com/2014/09/10/dodge-grand-caravan-chrysler-town-and-country-stalling-the federal safety agency/ http://en.allexperts.com/q/chrysler-repair-807/f/stalling-refueling.htm http://ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/engine-stalls-after-filling-tank-chrysler-minivan/.

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Airbags, Electrical · 130,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact tested and replaced the battery, but the vehicle failed to successfully restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair facility. The mechanic stated that the pc module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the horn would continuously activate. The mechanic disabled the horn and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the clock spring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed May 22, 2014 · Engine · 7,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge caravan. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the computer module was replaced however, the failure was not rectified. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,000 and the current mileage was 116,000.

Filed Mar 12, 2014 · Engine · 63,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning while driving 70 MPH. The contact was able to coast onto the emergency lane where the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic for further inspection. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 63,000. The current mileage was 98,000.

Filed Sep 11, 2012 · Acceleration, Electrical · 165,000 miles · VA

I have had so many major problems with my 2003 dodge grand caravan! I bought it used in 2008 w/ 68k miles. At that time the transmission had already been replaced. I had to replace the entire power steering system ($2000), auto window regulator, AC blower, tires, alternator belt, water pump, etc.the engine light has been on for some time now and mechanic says misfiring spark plugs. When serviced for problem(@ 170k miles) discovered original factory sp still in. Horrible corrosion/build up, had 2 fuel system flushes. Light on again. Newest & most dangerous problems,on multiple occasions now, van has completely turned off while driving, idling, and parked. It happens randomly and unexpectedly. More frequently while at lower speeds or parked but once while I was actually driving. When it cuts off the oil light remains illuminated. The car turns right back on. 5 times while driving 25-50mph has gone into cruise control by itself, and I loose control until it decides to give it back! Today, for the first time, after parking and turning car off myself, it would not restart. Ignition not responding, no noise, nothing. Tried to jump it and nothing, notices that lights and other electrical components not effected. Fortunately an observer also happened to be a mechanic, he took out the starter fuse and stuck some wires in the socket and had me turn the key, it started!!! He said that it seems there is an ignition communication problem, a.k.a. Computer problem. I have 4 kids that are always with me and this is our only vehicle. If the vehicle is dependent on the computer to function, then I have zero room for communication problems. I have reviewed all of the complaints for this make/model/year, there are multiple complaints that are similar if not identical to mine. I wonder how many complaints have to be filed before action is taken? Does someone have to die first?

Filed Nov 2, 2011 · Engine · 98,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 25 MPH. The vehicle would not restart until the contact added a small amount of fuel. The vehicle successfully restarted and was driven home where the failure recurred. The vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the engine speed circuit failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 98,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2010 · Airbags, Electrical · 90,000 miles · NY · crash · 1 injury

2003 dodge grand caravan engine died while driving for no apparent reason causing a major accident and injury to my wife. Power steering and brakes became inoperable and airbag did not deploy.

Filed Sep 13, 2010 · Electrical · 98,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle would sporadically stall and hesitate when driving 25 MPH and up. The contact was able to restart the vehicle momentarily before the failure would repeat itself. The dealer discovered that the insulation on the wiring harness had shortened and burned out. The dealer replaced the wiring harness at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 12/21/10*bf the engine light illumiated as well. Updated 12/29/10

Filed May 12, 2010 · Fuel system · 57,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated when adding gasoline to the fuel tank, the vehicle would stall while traveling at various speeds. Whenever the contact added less than a fill up, the failure would not occur. The vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately 10-12 times to correct the failure. The dealer replaced the fuel canister, fuel pump and the gas tank in an attempt to correct the failure to no avail. The failure persisted and the warranty was no longer valid. The failure mileage was 57,000 and the current mileage was 72,000. Updated 7/16/10

Filed Jun 27, 2008 · Engine · 70,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. During acceleration, the vehicle jumps. The failure subsides after the vehicle has been driven for a period of time. During the second occurrence, the vehicle shut off during acceleration. During the third failure, the vehicle shut off while driving in reverse. The contact shifted into park and restarted the vehicle. The jumping still occurred until the vehicle warmed up. The failure is intermittent. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The speed was unknown. The failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 77,863.