2005 Dodge Grand Caravan: key fob or push-button start problems

Filed Mar 28, 2017 · Body · 205,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. When the contact attempted to unlock the driver and passenger side doors with the key fob, they would not unlock. The only way to unlock the doors was manually with the key. The contact replaced the batteries in the fob, but that did not work. The contact also stated that the rear sliding door did not open, even manually with a key. The vehicle was driven to the dealer but there was a fee for the diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 205,000.

Filed Apr 1, 2015 · Electrical · 82,771 miles · IL

Power door locks were inoperable either by the key fob or the interior door lock switches. Returned vehicle to dealer on 10/07/2014 for repair. In that I had extended coverage I had to pay the $100.00 co-pay.

Filed Dec 9, 2014 · Electrical, Locks · 100,000 miles · WI

The automatic lock system on my 05 dodge grand caravan doesn't work, with the key fob or when pushing the automated lock buttons inside the vehicle. The car beeps like it is locking when you push the key fob. However, it really isn't locking. After doing some research, I have found that this is a common issue with the 2005 dodge caravan models. That being said, I contacted the dealership & was told that there has not been a recall, because this is "not considered a safety issue." how is this not a safety issue? Dodge, themselves, actually calls part of the automated lock system a "safety feature." the system is supposed to automatically lock, once you reach a speed of 15 MPH. Well, this no longer works either. How is it called a "safety feature" when it works, but then it isn't a "safety issue" when it doesn't work? I physically cannot lock the passenger doors myself, when driving. I either have to remember to do it before I leave, make sure the person that gets out does it before they leave, pull over to lock them, or drive with them unlocked. That's not safe! I attend night school & am not comfortable leaving my car unlocked, but it is not as easy to get into my vehicle quickly now. I have to manually open the driver side door (only door that has a manual lock), reach in, unlock the side door, then open the side door, put my things in, lock the side door, close the door, and then get in the front. That is a lot of extra time in a dark parking lot! Normally, I would just click the unlock & the open door button on the way to the van, put the stuff in, close the door & go. In addition, if you are a passenger, you have to stand there & wait to be let in. As mentioned, there is no key entry on that side of the vehicle at all. Many times, I am left standing there (with my purse), as my husband walks around to the driver side & lets himself & the kid's in the vehicle.

Filed Oct 2, 2014 · Electrical · 133,000 miles · PA

I have been experiencing random electrical issues intermittently for a few weeks, but today, it was noticed that my power locks are not able to be engaged or disengaged via either my key fob or manual by the button on the side of the driver's or passenger's door. They also do not engage once the vehicle reaches the appropriate speed. The only way to lock or unlock the vehicle at this time, is via the key in the door, and manually pushing down/pulling up the locks themselves. As a mom of three children under the age of 10, having them riding in the back of the vehicle and not knowing for sure that their doors are locked, causes distress in regard to their safety. I need to know that I can lock my vehicle quickly behind my children, if necessary, and know that if they happen to pull on the handle on the sliding doors, that I can rest assured that the doors will not open in response to this as I'm driving down the highway.

Filed Sep 23, 2014 · Electrical · 98,700 miles · PA

Power lock function stopped working on my 2005 dodge grand caravan. Power door locks could not be activated using the power door lock switches on the driver's door, the passenger door, the key fob, and the 15 MPH auto lock feature. Attempting to activate power door locks from the key fob gives a false indication that the doors have locked since the horn beeps without the doors locking. Not having the auto-lock feature and not having control of the power door locks from the driver or passenger doors is a safety hazard for passengers exiting the vehicle in case of emergency.

Filed Jun 25, 2014 · Locks · 95,000 miles · WA

The automatic door locks failed. They do not lock at 18mph, they do not open or close by button or key fob. Have discovered hundred of complaints about this issue. Dealer data suggests flashing the bcm however not a permanent cure, dealers replacing other parts ie motors, actuators wiring, fraudulently to allegedly repair a known defect in software or the bcm themselves. This is a safety issues and a extreme inconvenience to disabled persons trying to reach door locks inside of vehicles as there are no key options except drivers door and hatch. Hatch cannot be locked when this failure occurs.

Filed Apr 14, 2014 · Locks · 110,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that all of the doors failed to unlock with the key fob and the power switch. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. The current mileage was 111,000.

Filed Apr 13, 2014 · Locks · 93,000 miles · CA

The power door locks of my 2005 dodge grand caravan are not able to be opened using the door switch or the keyfob. The only way to open the doors is by manually pulling the lock. Also, once the vehicle is driving the locks do not close at the 18 MPH mark as stated in the operating manual. I feel this is a safety issue for myself and my children and would hoe that dodge values its customers enough to see it as that too. After searching online for a possible cause or cure I stumbled upon a tsb (08-040-04) issues regarding this issue. A simple tsb is not enough to resolve this issue. Customers should not be charged to repair a known problem with a dodge vehicle.

Filed Mar 10, 2014 · Body, Electrical · 96,944 miles · CO

Power door locks fail to operate either with switches or key fob on some of the doors. Can't get into the vehicle on doors that don't have key holes. Doors don't lock when leaving vehicle parked causing potential theft opportunity.

Filed Oct 22, 2013 · Locks · 198,100 miles · CA

The power door locks for the driver, passenger and two side slider doors on my van stopped working. The inside door toggle switch does not work at all. The key fob locking system does not work to lock these 4 doors. The key fob lock mechanism will lock the rear door hatch only. I have the car at the dealer today for repairs. From internet searches, it appears that the company has to do a flash update on the bcm, they are aware of this problem.

Filed Oct 20, 2013 · Electrical, Locks · 100,000 miles · MI

The 05 grand caravan that I have has the lock issue the buttons inside nor the key fob will unlock or lock the vehicle. So if I were in a emergency situation and I need to lock or unlock my doors I would not be able to in time therefore I think this is a huge safety issue. My father in law is having the same issue with his 05 town and country.

Filed Sep 23, 2013 · Electrical · 132,000 miles · OR

Power door locks stop working. They cannot be controlled by key fob, door controls or automatic door lock over 20mph setting. A driver cannot automatically lock or unlock doors quickly when in an unsafe situation, and due to the size of the van, some locks cannot even be reached from driver's seat.