Vehicle ignition shuts off when in use while driving causing dangerous situations especially while in intersections, have had near miss situations due to this problem, chrysler says my vehicle is not included in their really, mine was made three months prior to their recall of ignition switches that were recalled for 2009 model dodge grand caravan's, they do not want to replace my vehicles ignition switch which is doing the same thing that gm cars and recalled caravan's are.
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan electrical complaints
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At 65 MPH on a smooth 4 lane highway with cruize control on all electrical , including the dash instrumentation,suddenly went out and van began slowing down; then the dash idiot lights flickered for a milli-second and power returned with the van /engine running; then after a few hundred yards, it repeated the failure and stayed on. The next day I had the dealer replace the battery; they had never heard of such a problem but I found many similar ones in an inter-net search of "car problems". I no longer can trust the vehicle. It sounds just like the problem with the electrical/ignition reported this month in some gm products. Very dangerous!!
All the dash lights / electronics go off and come back on intermittently along with the windshield wipers turning on and off at the same time. The power doors do not work reliably either as they have closed randomly while open. It's very distracting while driving and we feel it puts us at risk of an accident, or worse, when it occurs. Dealership has problems diagnosing it do to the intermittent nature, but can pull off bunches of codes, when hooked up to their scan tool. However, none of the error codes point to what caused the problem, just that a problem has occurred. They replaced the tpim module, but that did not fix the problem and they have pretty much given up..
Car shut off ignition switch went from run to accessory. Multiple occurrences ranging for 30 feet to about 1/2 mile out of driveway. Occurrences were always after first starting up. I had a heavy key chain with a leatherman micro attached. I removed the leatherman, and disconnected the battery and sprayed silicone in ignition switch and cycled multiple times. I have not had an occurrence since. I did notice that the 2010 was recalled for the same exact problem I was experiencing. Reference recall is pasted below. This is also the exact same problem as the recent gm recall. Recall date: mar 01, 2011 model affected: 2010 dodge grand caravan summary: chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 dodge journey, grand caravan, and chrysler town & country vehicles manufacturer from august 3, 2009, through june 17, 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off. Consequence: engine shut off while driving could increase the risk of a crash. Remedy: dealers will replace the win modules free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during july 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Potential units affected: 195798 notes: chrysler group llc l02 & l25.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled and failed to restart. The contact also mentioned that none of the electrical components functioned during the failure and the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle sporadically failed to start. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the win wireless control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 03/18/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated the seat belt warning light erroneously illuminated when the seat belt was engaged and did not warn the contact when the seat belt was not in use. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer could not diagnose the defect. The dealer performed software updates to the vehicle but none remedied the defect. The failure mileage was 126,000.
Extreme toxic hazard caused by failed factory installed heater hose connectors. Full information available. 2000-2010 vans, possibly a large amount of different vehicle involved. There was a problem with the coolant system. The first indication of any problem was a strange odor that occurred at various times, inside the vehicle after being inside for a length of time. I searched for obvious leaks, but there were none. It seemed that chrysler used a molded plastic compression type hose fitting in the assembly process of their coolant system, in some vehicles. The fitting had one flaw, as I have found out, were made to be put together correctly, they are keyed, but, if put together incorrectly, as in this case, it allowed leaking of ethylene glycol coolant to drip onto a 2200 plus exhaust manifold cover, in the vehicle engine compartment, in small droplets, that becomes a super-heated vapor, which is drawn into the vehicle ventilation system, when it is in operation. *jb ..updated 12/17/13 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle stalled while in the midst of driving. The dealer eventually replaced the ignition switch. Updated 01/07/16.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact also mentioned that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the wireless control module had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.
3 weeks prior to this incident the vehicle was not starting so the local dealership ordered a win . It took three weeks to get the part(win). We got the van back and now it is starting to happen again. The dealership said that they have to go through chrysler to order the part because they basically quit using the manufacturer and are using a new one now . Now, why has there not been a recall on this part? Cost of all so far has been 680.00 . This includes tow, part and labor. The problem is still not fixed.
Van has been having problems starting, it makes a clicking noise but the van won't turn on, yet all other electrical devices continue to work perfectly. After several attempts the van will eventually start, but other times we have had to leave it overnight parked due to it not started after trying for almost an hour. We replaced the battery, and the problem persisted. We took it to a dodge dealership and the win module was replaced and a new key was ordered and reprogrammed at a cost of almost $1000! A few weeks after getting the van back the problem started again and once again left me (pregnant) and my 2 young children stranded in 101 degree temperature. A tech from the dealership met with us this morning to look at the van and suggested it might be the starter. We can't continue to purchase parts and pay for labor and yet the vehicle isn't working as it should. This is dangerous for a pregnant woman with a newborn on the way and two young children.
I was just starting driving after being at a stop. I used the window control that automatically rolls the window completely up. When the window reached the top, there was a loud popping noise. After that, the window started slowly sliding down on it's own. My husband disassembled the door and replaced the window regulator. Since that time (10 months ago), the same thing has happened a total of 3 times. The belief is that it is an electrical problem, making the computer system think that the window isn't up all the way (possibly a sensor not detecting that the window is completely up). The system then keeps trying to roll the window up more, snapping the cables connected to the regulator. Not only is this a nuisance, it is an expensive fix. It is also very distracting while driving and could cause an accident due to the loud noise when it breaks, as well as trying to keep your window from falling into your door while driving.
Our grand caravan is experiencing the same electrical problem that the 09 ram trucks and 09 journey's experienced. Our driver door controls for the mirrors, the driver and passenger windows, door locks, and window locks are not working. I contacted our local dodge dealer who told me that our vehicle was not part of the recall. Given that the ram and the journey had the exact same problem I would like to know if the caravan can be added to it.
Purchased used 2009 dodge grand caravan sxt in 2/2013. Vehicle has lost power multiple times at various speeds (5 MPH to 35 MPH). Each time it has been triggered by a "bump" in the road (ie. Small pothole, railroad tracks, etc. Sometimes while turning a corner, other times not). Each incident has required carefully getting to the side of the road and putting the car in "park" and restarting. Have already been to one mechanic who couldn't figure out what was wrong with it. Will try a dodge dealer next. I am very disappointed that dodge has not looked further into this issue considering the number of complaints on this site along with the fact that it has recalled the 2010 model for this very reason. Also, very sorry that I traded in a 2001 dodge grand caravan for this vehicle. The manufacture date for my vehicle is 12/08. I hope someone will investigate this issue further. Having the engine lose power with no warning with two young children in the backseat is absolutely terrifying. Clearly, the 2010 dodge grand caravan recall for electrical problems has not included all dodge grand caravans with this problem since there are many complaints listed on this page.
Our van has stalled numerous times while in motion over the past 2 weeks. There is no early warning when it will happen. It has happened in parking lots at 5 MPH and also at at highway speeds. When it stalls, all electrical components still work, but the power steering and power brakes no longer work. It has never failed to restart. I have seen on the federal safety agency's website that there is a recall on the same vehicles made between aug 2009 and june 2010, but not my van with a build date of jan 26, 2009. The problem on the recall is that the win module no longer holds the key in the run position, it falls to on and the vehicle stalls. I also see numerous complaints on the federal safety agency's website for pre aug 2009 dodge grand caravans built prior to aug 2009, so I am not the only one experiencing the issue. The recall needs to be expanded.
Vehicle while both driving on road and in park stalls. It givens no notice or warning that this is going to happen. At least 10 times I have noticed that the ignition switch has "moved" from the "run" position to "accessory," by itself. I have taken it to 3 different dealers but each has said they couldn't find an issue no codes have been coming up in the computer. I even had it stall in the dealer when I picked it up yet they have not done anything to fix the problem. When it stalls the steering wheel is extremely hard to move. I have 3 small children in the car when it stalls on main roads it is very frightening and dangerous trying to control the car, put it into neutral or park and get it to start or try to get to a safe place to restart it! I have contacted chrysler-dodge customer service, service managers etc all to no avail. I asked the dealer service managers if there was any recall and they told me there wasn't any....I see on the federal safety agency website there is one but it is for 2010 and up but the 2009 vehicles also have the same stall problem! Report receipt date: mar 01, 2011 the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v139000 component(s): electrical system
Esp bas and traction control light coming on randomly (even as car is in park).
Battery is being drained overnight. No lights left on (turn all the way to the off position when the car is not running).
As I was driving the vehicle, it suddenly shut off. The vehicle was still in motion as it shut off. The steering locked up as thi shappened, therefore I could not even move the vehicle safely to the side of the road. *tr I had it towed tot he dealership and the win module was replaced.
Without warning vehicle refused to start... Stranded... These failures have occurred while driving in traffic and the vehicle just shuts off.... Wireless control module failure.. (reads electronic key ) this is not something that should ever fail...they are being replaced at a rampant rate by the dealerships at $500.00 + per incident.....
Problem mentioned in safety recall 11v139000 happens with 2009 grand caravan manufactured in august 2009. Fobik is loose and car will turn off if on bumpy road or wallet is attached to key ring. Has happened more than once.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the ignition key, which was equipped with a remote to lock and unlock the vehicle, was defective and would not start the vehicle. The dealer replaced the key. The manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance with repairs. The failure and current mileages were 67,311. ..updated 02/01/12 *bf the consumer stated the ignition was also replaced at a cost of $ 417.84. Updated 02/10/12
2009 d gr caravan purchased new, have had to have front brakes rotors , shaved , then brakes & rotors replaced, then again rear rotors shaved at 22,000 miles. There definitely is an issue with the brakes on this vehicle. And needs to be address by dodge. Also had electrical problems and van cut off on me once going 45 MPH , then approx 25 MPH, then again at a stop. This is the 1st new car I have ever purchased, not an easy thing for me as I only make $25,000 a yr and I am so frustrated that I promise I will only buy used from now on, if I am going to pay nearly $30,000 for a vehicle , I don't expect to have to have it in the shop 4 + times and to have to shell out a couple hundred dollars every 6 months on it.
The events leading up to the failure = while vehicle in motion engine lost complete power and died on street---the failure how often it occurs = one time--- its consequences = towed to dealer for repairs---additional problems with the vehicle = 1-while dodge caravan was in motion'on the street'dodge caravan engine power was totally lost'dodge caravan came to a stop while holding the brake pedal down very hard! 2-transmission shift lever stuck in park with engine running - I could not move gearshift lever to drive- I had to turn off ignition and start engine again. 3-intermittent electrical operation of left and right sliding doors to open or close. 4-intermittent transmission jumps and a clunk noise at approximately 21 miles per hour speed. *(on 04-06-2010 vehicle bought in for same problem). 5-security system head and taillights do-not flash when car is armed or unarmed. 6-intermittent low tire pressure light symbol intermittently goes on/off or stays on . 7-engine idles high. 8-very low gas mileage. Approximately 12 miles city and 14 miles highway per 18 gallon tank = approximately 240 miles per tank-----vehicle id [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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