The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 5-10 MPH and pulling out of the parking lot, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast into a gas station. The contact stated that the engine was running, but the vehicle failed to respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving near the residence. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle responded as needed. Additionally, the contact stated that the sliding doors had failed to close and lock automatically and sometimes opened while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that one of the windows failed to roll down. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems
15 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 49,000.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 49,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor2
- Glass, side/rear2
- Sun/moon roof assembly1
- Power window devices and controls1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.
- Risk
- During certain operating conditions, loss of front windshield wiping capability could occur, and the driver's vision could be obscured which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2006, to dodge durango owners. Minivan owners will be notified during july 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V067000 · Recall details
What 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This vehicle has a stalk on the steering column that controls the windshield washer, wiper, as well as the vehicle bright lights, and the turning signals. Around may. 2014 the washer began working intermittently. Sometimes it would work, sometimes not. Wiggling the stalk would sometimes make it work. By pulling the stalk toward the driver, the bright lights are suppose to come on temporarily, until released. They stopped working, also about may, 2014. It is still working intermittently, but now the turning signals are also affected, working intermittently, or even putting on the left turn signal, when the switch is turned for a right turn, or right for left. I am afraid that this switch is defective, and can cause an accident if it does not work reliably.
I turned on my car and started driving and my windshield wipers came on all by themselves and wouldn't go off as I was driving. When I stopped the car and turned my car off, and turned my car back on, my wipers wouldn't come back on. It has been raining a lot and I have no windshield wipers. This is very dangerous and I have almost had a wreck with my children in the car because of this.
Wipers stopped working during storm in july 2014 and only work when put on fastest speed now when they do work and sometimes won't work at all. I must continually turn on and off to activate.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the windshield wiper blades interfered with one another while used and were also bending. The failure was experienced numerous times. The contact replaced the blades with shorter blades however the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 89,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated when he closed his driver's door the tailgate window shattered into pieces. The vehicle was not taken to an dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnosis nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.
We cant get the windshield washer fluid working. It worked fine when we first bought it at 64k miles.
I purchased this vehicle used in 2011 and about three months later I took into the dealer for an oil change and they said I need to change out my rack/pinion/steering since it had a small leak. Now I have a larger leak underneath the van wherever I park. I checked myself to see that the small plastic clamps have come loose and transmission fluid was leaking out. That did not fix it since it is now leaking in the front passenger side. Also I have a sunroof that leaks when we wash the van and when it rains, I have cleaned out the drains but the seal is worn down and I would have to purchase the entire assemble to fix the problem at $500 for the part does not include labor? I am happy with the vehicle other than the lemon part of the axle going bad.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the driver side windows malfunctioned. The switch that controlled each window was inoperable and only the master switch on the front driver side window was able to activate the other windows. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic for a diagnostic test. The mechanic checked to see if the switch on the driver side door had any power and it did not. The power window switch caused other components in the vehicle to malfunction as well. The contact replaced the switch but that did not remedy the problem. The mechanic then replaced the esm module but to no avail. The contact also stated that the power locks had malfunctioned, making it very difficult to enter and exit the vehicle. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The failure mileage was 85,000. Kmj
Back rear window imploded for the second time(first time 2009, second time 2010), nobody seems to have an answer for why this happens other than it was cold and snowy outside so the weather must have caused this to occur, (that is what they say) my family was in the van in the driveway getting ready to leave so I know for a fact that "nothing" went thru the window just a major defect of dodge. Numerous issues with this van starting when van had 5000 miles, air bag sensor on, sliding doors do not work properly, loud sound from engine, tie rods need replaced for third time, control arm broke, locks make a whiny sound, check service engine light on told 3 times that we needed new spark plugs . Really at 30,000 miles. We changed them, light still on today. After an inspection of van now dealer sates that the alternator, water pump, serpentine belt, egv valve, valve gasket, all needs replaced and the light on had nothing to do with spark plugs, go figure. I have sent dealership and chrysler letters in regards to my safety concerns. This would be my fourth time calling chyrsler about major issues. They lack customer service and nothing ever done. We purchased new and van is now 5 years old with same and new problems since 5000 miles, now has 77,000. I will not be purchasing a dodge van again!!
Questions about the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility
Does the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the visibility of the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 49,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V067000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have the most visibility problems?
The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most visibility complaints are 1996 (101 complaints), 1997 (61 complaints) and 2008 (53 complaints).
Other 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Steering 61Airbags 54Electrical 38Body 36Engine 31Fuel system 31Lights 28Locks 22Brakes 14Transmission 12Acceleration 6Suspension 5Seat belts 3Tires 3Driver assistance 2Wheels 2Seats 1
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