Interior panel lights will dim and flicker, headlights dim, radio will lose power, cabin fans for air conditioning will slow then the engine dies. This can happen while idling or driving at highway speeds without warning. When the engine dies all power steering is lost and braking and control is extremely difficult. After stopping the gear shift will not move into park and the key will not move to the off position for several minutes. Diagnosis narrowed this down to the TIPM. It was replaced and the issue stopped for 6 months then reoccurred. TIPM replacement again fixed the issue. Obviously the TIPM's have a defect and has been widely reported. Major issue is that only remanufactured TIPMS are available from the same defective build. Dealer charges over $1000 for the part and more to install it. There should be a class action lawsuit on this obvious dangerous defect that has not been addressed by Dodge.
2010 Dodge Grand Caravan: sudden loss of power
45 of the 870 complaints about the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 45
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 84,735
- recalls
- 0
Sudden loss of power by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle loss power steering functionality and ceased. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle and continued driving to her destination. The failure recurred several times. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact took the vehicle to another local dealer Fred Martin Superstore (3195 Barber Rd, Barberton, OH 44203, (330) 753-4444) and the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
While driving car it shuts off. It has happened numerous times up to 3 times a day. I lose all power steering, brakes ect.
Tl* the contact owns 2010 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle loss power steering and braking functionality. The contact stated that he maneuvered to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle failed to start while using the remote start feature. The contact also stated that his wife was not able to enter the vehicle using the keyfob. The contact stated that there was no warning lights illuminated. The contact called maguire chrysler dodge jeep ram of syracuse (959 hiawatha blvd w, syracuse, ny 13204) and informed the dealer of the failure. The contact was informed was to schedule an appointment. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the ignition switch was previously replaced under recall. The contact was referred to a dealer for assistance. The contact mentioned that he had replaced the drivebelt and the tensioner pulley due to the drivebelt slipping. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
When driving down the road it will without warning lose power and shut off. It has even had a problem where all the warning lights flash and the windshield wipers start, while the control is off.
The van will shut off at random times while driving at slower speeds, especially when you're sitting and about to turn. At random times when you put in reverse, van shuts off. Takes 8-10 times to get it to stay cranked. Warning lights kept blinking about 4 years ago on long trip, so stopped in paducah, ky and dodge dealership changed crank sensor. Was ok for about 200 miles on way home, but still shuts off. With mechanic as we speak and changed egr valve and didn't work, still shuts off. Mechanic still has it and trying other things. Dodge knows it's a problem, so why won't they fix it. It's so dangerous to drive, so I'm the only one in the family who drives it. Won't shut off at high speeds on hwy, but on a long trip, last summer, it did lose power and went from 70 MPH to about 40 MPH...dangerous!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge grand caravan. While driving 20-60 MPH, the vehicle shut down, and lost power steering and power braking ability. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over and restarted. The vehicle was taken to don miller dodge chrysler jeep (5802 odana rd, madison, wi 53719-1212, 608‑270‑5000) where a diagnostic test was recommended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred ten times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000. Consumer took vehicle to a local autozone for a computer check. Consumer was told that the problem would not show up because the check engine light was not on. Consumer says that issue is similar to manufacturer recall lo2 (win module).
When driving down the road at any speed vehicle will shut off randomly with losing power steering and brakes. Have to pull over and restart it and is fine. Had the r03 recall done before. Safety issue is it's hard to control and brake without crashing.. It's happebing more and more. Started out just maybe once or twice now it can happen 3-4x in one trip of 20 min drive
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge grand caravan. While making a left turn, the vehicle lost power without warning. The contact managed to pull the vehicle over to the side of the road. After a few attempts, the vehicle was able to restart and drive normally. The contact stated that the failure occurred multiple times. The dealer (lakeland chrysler jeep dodge ram, 31 hadley rd, greenville, pa 16125) stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 101,000.
2010 dodge grand caravan sxt 4.0l has stalled 4 times while driving speeds of 15mph, 30mph and twice at 45mph. When the vehicle stalls you lose power steering and power brakes. The radio still works and the only thing that appears on instrument panel is the stability control light. The first time it happened I pulled over and restarted the car, now I shift into neutral and restart. I have had 2 recalls completed on ignition switch and I only use the one key so it is not the weight of key chain. This is supposed to be a family car and now my wife will not drive for fear of this happening with kids in vehicle and causing an accident. Come on chrysler/dodge your better than this... Well at least I thought you were! I have an appointment but I know I will get a run around and no one will have every heard about this problem, but its all over every forum discussion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of engine power. The contact stated that all the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to ancira volkswagen of laredo (2701 bob bullock loop, laredo, tx), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.
Tl* the contact inquired about a 2010 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of engine power on various occasions and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to stew hansen chrysler jeep dodge ram (12103 hickman rd, urbandale, ia) where it was diagnosed that the win module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and provided case number: 33461717. No further assistance was offered and the contact was referred to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.
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Questions about the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan?
45 of 870 owner complaints about the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (5%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 2010.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan?
There are 0 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Stalling 176Headlights 40Power steering loss 39Won't start 37Key fob 33Check engine light 20Warning lights 15Wipers 15Engine failure 14ABS 11Grinding brakes 11Fire or smoke 11Adaptive cruise 10No deployment 10Door locks 10Brake failure 9Hesitation 6Airbag light 5Jerking 5Overheating 5Steering lock-up 5
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