2005 Dodge Grand Caravan: doors won't lock, open or latch

Filed May 11, 2021 · Electrical, Locks · 155,000 miles · MT

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the power door locks failed to operate as needed, without warning. The contact also stated that the driver's side door was the only door that could be opened manually with the key. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that upon disconnecting the battery, the system would reset and resume normal operation. The contact attempted the procedure twice however, the failure resumed soon after the reset. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.

Filed Dec 12, 2015 · Electrical · OR

The electric door locks do not work unless you reset the computer by removing the battery cable for one min. And connecting it back. Computer needs to be flashed for a permanent fix. The removing the cable is just a temporary fix.I bought it broken.

Filed Oct 8, 2015 · 129,000 miles · MN

The auto door locks failed. There is only one key lock when the door locking system doesn't work. If I have to get to the passenger in the back passenger side of the car, it is almost impossible to get there quickly. Also when the door locking system isn't working I can't lock my trunk. Dodge knows of the problem, but has not issued a repair recall. Without a working door locking system, it isn't safe. I have a hard time opening the passenger door. I have to reach very far across the car. I don't feel safe not being able to lock my trunk either.

Filed May 5, 2015 · Locks, Steering · 124,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the entire door latching system failed and the steering wheel emitted a loud whining noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer stated the door latches needed to be reprogrammed and the power steering fluid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000. Updated 6/24/15*cn updated 10/12/2017

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 Feb 21, 2015 · Electrical · 105,000 miles · NV · fire

While attempting to operate the electric sliding side door, a large spark and small debris fire was seen in the bottom door rail. Upon inspection, a break in the wire harness had aloud wires to be severed that controls the door and locking system. The automatic door locks on both side doors no longer worked and the passenger side door would no longer open electrically. I removed the wiring harness and wires and discarded them to avoid any more problems (sparking and/or fires). This could cause a major fire hazard in the right environment.

Filed Feb 17, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 143,400 miles · IN

While slowing down motor will try and shut off. If you come to a stop it will shut off. Seat belts do not lock in place. Rear windshield wiper will not move. Passenger side cargo door will not unlock. Some settings for heat and AC will not work. Left turn signal won't shut off after turning.

Filed Oct 7, 2014 · Locks · 96,000 miles · CO

Went to the van and tried to lock the doors but the electronic door locks are not working. I been reading that the system needs a update. Why does the company know that the update is needed but want to make money off of us for their errors.

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 24, 2014 · Electrical, Locks · 75,679 miles · CT

Door lock system has failed due to computer glitch. From what I have found on-line this problem has been happening for years and should be covered by a recall.

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 Sep 20, 2014 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · IN

The electric door locks completely quit working. We tried the pulling of the fuse and unhooking of the battery and that worked. Now a few years later here we are again. The electrical locks have completely quit again 09/2014. This van has had one electrical problem after another. Our electric windows have gone out at least 3 times and been replaced. We have finally given up replacing and the passenger window won't go down.