2010 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission problems

Filed Feb 14, 2023 · Transmission · 140,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the roadway. The contact waited for the engine to cool down and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicle then started operating normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the contact was unsure what was replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnosed at the dealer. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2020 · Electrical, Transmission · 130,000 miles · IA

Two things happening occasionally...1st is that sometimes I attempt to start the van and when I turn the key nothing happens as if I didn't even try to turn the key. One time just before this happened I could not use the key fab to unlock the door to the van, almost like the battery to the van or fab was dead, however both were new or fine. After pulling fab out of ignition and trying a second time van has always started without incident. 2nd issue is that on a few spread out occasions the van will quit shifting gears while excellerating causing the RPM's to rev dangerously. So far after getting to a safe place and turning the van off and restarting has cleared the issue...however is unclear what is causing and is very dangerous when you are on the highway before you realize whats happening.

Filed Dec 5, 2019 · Brakes, Transmission · 155,733 miles · NC

There have been several issues with this vehicle all happening within several months. We first had issues with the tire tread, then a hole in the water hose and radiator, a hole in the exhaust manifold. Then it was broken pieces in the catalytic converter. Now the current issue is either the brakes seized up or the the caliber is stuck and we are currently unable to drive the vehicle.

Filed Nov 27, 2019 · Brakes, Transmission · 105,000 miles · WI

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).

Filed Aug 28, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 96,000 miles · OH

Often after starting the vehicle and in drive it will automatically shut off. I have to put in neutral and turn ignition over again to make it drive again. This happens at stop lights, city streets and expressways. The radio and air will still work but I'm just coasting with no power steering.

Filed Jul 12, 2019 · Brakes, Steering · 135,000 miles · NV

While driving at 35-40mph on a rural zone the steering wheel suddenly felt 'locked' and was extremely difficult to steer. At the same time the brakes were hard to press and the traction control dash light came on. My wife was driving and frightened her very much. The road has a slight curve in it and has oncoming traffic in the opposite lane. She had to forcibly steer the van as best she could against the sidewalk curb to help slow down the van. If she had made it to the freeway when this happened I don't think the results would be the same as far as her safety. I looked up the symptoms and found it to be a common problem and that even a recall might be in place for this issue. Please forward me any info that will help me correct this problem.

Filed May 25, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 85,000 miles · NE

The 2010 dodge grand caravan left hand side wiring loom wears on an aluminum obtrusion beneath where it lies. This causes the wire's shielding to be worn off and causes shorting. The engine will die when the wire contacts metal or each other during travel. This problem will cause the engine to die at road speeds leaving the vehicle without steering, brakes, and other safety related equipment. I believe this to be common and undetected because the wear point is on the underside of the wiring loom near the engine. The harness is hard to lift and inspect because of the location and lack of slack at the point of the obtrusion. Vibration causes the short, the vehicle will normally start after coming to a stop when there is no friction between the worn wires. I believe this should be reviewed and analyzed for a recall because of the safety issue involved as others have stated but are unaware of the cause. I have added additional wrapping to limp my vehicle home during a three hour trip. Additionally, this form would not let me select steering, brakes, or other safety features when I selected electrical, which is specifically what causes the safety issues.

Filed Mar 20, 2019 · Electrical, Fuel system · 149,000 miles · OH

Car dies while driving will not start some times

Filed Oct 29, 2018 · Electrical, Transmission · 9,999 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that when the vehicle was stopped and turned off, the key fob could not be pulled out. Also, the shifter did not click and caused the vehicle to roll forward. There was no warning. The vehicle was taken to the morlan chrysler dealer (573- 388-3331, 374 siemers dr, cape girardeau, mo 63701) where the technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 9,999.

Filed Feb 20, 2018 · Transmission · 83,000 miles · NY

'takata recall' when driving at speeds of 55-60 . Then applying the brake quickly to stop the transmission jumps forward at times. Also on occasions the when driving the vehicle for a hour or so , if you apply the brake when at a light or stop sign the vehicles r.p.m will idle at 2-2.5 as opposed to 1-1.5 . Feeling as though it's lungin you forward.. I have a warranty on this vehicle which is up on 2-26-18 . This vehicle only has 83,000 miles on it . Hopefully this time they fix the issue. I have owned two other dodge vans and they all have had the same issue. But due to the fact , there are no check engine lights on they never catch the issue. So it's not until my warranty runs out and I have to pay out of pocket that they find the issue. Im frustrated due to the fact , after you ad the cost of ownership and the place that sold you the car , says they can't duplicate problem. Sounds like they don't want to eat the cost of the repair. Also sounds like once you sign on the dotted line , they could care less what happens!just venting ....