On multiple occasions while driving without warning van stops no power steering, no brakes engine stops all power is lost. The only code that appears is traction control.
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan: brake failure
6 of the 544 complaints about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. While driving with the cruise control activated, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the brakes failed. The contact depressed the brake pedal once more and the vehicle began to decelerate. The failure recurred. The contact also stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed with force, but the brakes failed to respond. The contact heard a loud abnormal noise from the engine and the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
2009 dodge grand caravan - dallas, tx while pulling out of a parking lot into the middle median to merge with traffic the vehicle lost all power. The engine died in the middle of the freeway and the steering and brakes failed to work. The vehicle has had this incident occur 3 times in 2014 each time resulting in the same outcome, engine dies, steering is lost due to no power steering and brakes fail. In each incident I was traveling at the speed limit and resulted in severe loss of control of the vehicle resulting in muscling the vehicle to the side of the road as it coast while quickly throwing the gears in neutral all at highway speeds. These incidents are not isolated to the more than 260 complaints over the last 11 years about general motors vehicles that suddenly turned off while being driven. This is clearly the same issue and will result in more deaths or sever injury if our regulators do not take action. Taking the vehicle to the dealer after each incident only resulted in the dealer finding no trouble codes and being unable to duplicate the problem releasing the vehicle back into my care to drive in its impaired condition. Chrysler was contacted on the 3rd loss of power incident and case# [xxx] was opened. This is clearly related to the gm ignition switch recalls evidenced by more than 100+ complaints here: http://www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/grand_caravan/2010/engine/engine_shut_down_while_driving.shtml http://www.carcomplaints.com/dodge/caravan/2006/engine/intermittent_loss_of_power_while_driving.shtml http://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2014/chrysler-investigation-ignition-switch.shtml http://www.arfc.org/complaints/2008/dodge/grand_caravan/power_train/problem.aspx information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2009 dodge grand caravan rear brakes failure at 28,500 miles.. Went in for oil change at 24k was told brakes were getting low. At 28,5k I was told brakes were close to metal to metal. An extended warranty was issued for front brakes, I was told by chrysler that 15k to 20k was normal wear and life expectancy for the rear brakes on this vehicle. I refused repair and vehicle is sitting in my yard not being used. I was told also by chrysler that unless more info was sent to them supporting that the issue was not normal wear chrysler would be denying my claim and would not be offering any assistance on those issues.
Very noticeable brake pulsation,all four brake rotors and pads replaced due to their being pitted,rusted and down to metal on metal. Since off warranty asked for goodwill from dodge dealer and repair done for $100. Once again on 08/02/2010 the front rotors were found to be bad by dealer and replaced by dealer under warranty. Now, as of 07/07/2011 left rear brake appears to be stuck in a locked on position, brake is overheating,squealing and poor gas mileage and causing damage to rotor, pad and caliper per local mechanic. This failure is a real danger to someone who doesn't notice the condition as it may cause a fire due to excessive heat, premature tire wear, loss of braking due to fade and boiling of brake fluid. This condition also causes other brakes to work harder causing their premature wear.
2009 dodge grand caravan rear brakes failure at 30,937 miles.. An extended warranty was issued for front brakes, but problem with rear brakes have been ignored. My rear brakes required replacement at 30, 700 miles the front brakes still have over half the life remaining.. Chrysler should be forced to issue a recall.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Eldorado national is recalling model year 2008-2009 amerivan mobility vehicles built on chrysler town & country and dodge grand caravan platforms vehicles. The rear brake lines may have been improperly routed and not secured properly during the alteration. If not routed and secured properly, the brake lines could rub against the vehicle causing a brake fluid leak.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak could result in a loss of braking ability, possibly causing a crash.
- Remedy
- Eldorado national amerivan dealers will inspect the vehicles and if the brake lines were improperly routed they will be correctly reinstalled free of charge. The safety recall began on october 13, 2009. Owners may contact eldorado national at 1‑800‑955‑9086. These minivans have been altered into wheelchair accessible vehicles by eldorado. This recall is not being conducted by chrysler group llc and will not be performed at no cost by dodge or chrysler dealers unless they are also an eldorado national dealer.
Recall number 09V351000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
6 of 544 owner complaints about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (1%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 2008.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
There is 1 recall and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
Stalling 77Wipers 16Won't start 15Warning lights 10Check engine light 9Key fob 9Loss of power 9ABS 8Grinding brakes 8Overheating 8Door locks 7Premature wear 7Airbag light 6Engine failure 6Fire or smoke 6Headlights 6Power steering loss 6Tire blowout 6No deployment 5
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