The van's engine shutdown while my wife was driving the van at night and barely had enough time to pull to the side of the road before losing control of steering. She had just made a right turn onto the highway. Towed the van to a local dealer and found the issue to be the diode on the alternator failing causing electrical feedback to the powertrain control module (PCM). So had to spend a lot of money to have the alternator and PCM replaced. I am aware other vehicle lines of 2011 have a recall for this specific issue and am unsure why the dodge grand caravan is not on the list. There needs to be an investigation and have this vehicle added to the recall.
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan electrical complaints
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My van has had electrical type issues since we purchased it, but in the last couple years they have imagnified. Every issue starts with the car smoking and some sort of light coming on (engine, battery etc..) many times I take it in and the dash light is no longer illuminated or they can not find anything wrong with it and reset the electrical panel. I have replaced the battery numerous times, alternator three times (last time it was completely burnt out and the time before it was completely melted). Transmission lines and coolant lines. The last time my headlights were replaced the wires were charred and frayed. Last night my son was pulled over by the police because the officer noticed the car was smoking. He popped the hood to let the smoke clear (my son said the smoke had a copery taste). After it cleared the van started and drove fine. This is after having the alternator replaced (for the third time) just last week. The technicians at the shop have never seen these kinds of problems before and the guy at interstate battery said he has never seen a car deplete a battery like mine does. With all these issue being associated with the words melting, charring, smoking, it really concerns me that one day my van is going to catch on fire or blow up and this is not normal for any vehicle, but especially one that has been taken care of and maintained. I have friends with the same van and similar mileage (155,000) and they have not had any of these issues. I contacted dodge who referred me to the federal safety agency and the local dealership. Please help!!!
My 2011 dodge grand caravan has stalled out on us 3 times on the freeway with no warning. After waiting got about 40min. To an hour it starts right up like there's no problem. Recently the van stalled out while I was towing my small camper. When I take it to get checked out no problem can ever be found. This is so dangerous and there should be a recall on this. This other article I recently read at www.chryslerproblems.com/trends/tipm/ actually says 2011 dodge grand caravan has this issue mostly than other years. This is very unsafe. I have read multiple complaints online of many many people having the same issue and this is extremely unsafe. The part is very expensive for us to fix when the company knows about this problem. Thanks,
2011 dodge grand caravan r/t 79900 miles intermittent failure to start. Intermittent stalling after starting. Stalled on street after leaving driveway. No check engine light indicated on dash. Just bought the car used from a dealer.
Vehicle died suddenly on the road on april 13, 2018 due to alternator failing. O'reilly auto parts confirmed that the diodes failed on alternator. Existing recall on the durangos, chrysler, and jeeps but not grand caravan for this particular problem with alternators. Burning smell under the hood of the vehicle coming from the alternator as well.
Tipm issue just recently bought a 2011 grand caravan with 107000 miles on it. It began having issues with intermitten starting and the side doors would open while parked. After some quick research I read about the tipm issue that is well known. I found a dealer selling the recall kit used on these, cbwpr091aa - wiring - fuel pump relay. I installed the fuel pump relay and all is better now. I just hope there is not more to this issue.
My van seemed to have a mind of its own. Starting sometimes then more and more often not starting! I went to 4 different mechanics and was repeatedly told that nothing was wrong. Eventually, I was bringing my van into a dealership to fix a recall and while there they told me that my vans tipm is the problem and needs to be replaced! This wouldn't be a problem with me if my extended warranty covered it, it doesn't! This tipm deal cost $1480.00 dollars! I can't afford anywhere near$1480.00 dollars and now it's in the shop not starting at all! What can I do? How is this not recalled with so many cases? Is there really no one who can help?
Tipm failing. We began having issues with what was thought to be fuel pump and have had the car in the shop to replace the fuel pump without resolution. I was recently driving and had the car shut off on a 55mph zone of a highway with 3 kids plus myself and husband in the car for 45 minutes blocking a lane of traffic while waiting to be towed. We have had the car strand us in various locations 5 times since we bought the car 08/17. We have been researching that it looks to be the tipm that is malfunctioning and causing the fuel pump to run randomly, sometimes continuously for hours draining the battery, or stop running causing the car to die due to lack of fuel while having all headlights, wipes and interior lights functioning. The tipm has caused me to block lanes of traffic on highways, business driveways and be stuck in parking lots 60+ miles from my home due to the fuel pump not shutting off when the car is turned off.
Faulty fuel pump relay in tipm causing vehicle to stall or not start at all mechanice says need new tipm stalled on freeway lucky to dodge traffic get to side of road and have vehicle towed
Trying to get new key fob programmed is unsuccessful due to problem with the win module. It is my understanding that this is a common problem for dodge caravans or any vehicle with the fobik system manufacturer between 2008 and 2016. Locksmith suggest that a new win module be installed with new key fobs
I started having electrical issues with my 2011 dodge grand caravan last year around 107k miles. Started with needing a new alternator & battery, van wouldn't start. Two months later, the van isn't starting again and the mechanic recommended to replace the fuel pump which I did. It was still not starting and they found that the tipm went out and I fully believe this should be recalled. Very disappointed in the lack of recalls for the grand caravans when the same year of durganos and jeeps are being recalled for the same thing!
Started van one morning and left running to warm up, came back outside and it had died. The wipers were mid-windshield. Turned the key and dash lights illuminated. The van would not start but made a ticking noise upon turning the key. 2 days later I stopped to get fuel in the van. It hesitated to start, but did start. Headlights were very dim and faded in and out. Put a code reader on the computer and it threw a low battery voltage code. Put a voltmeter on the battery and it read about 10 volts while the van was not running. While the van was running the voltmeter read about 14 volts so it is charging. Have had several instances where power windows would not work or power doors would not open and had to be manually opened.
February 2,2018 dodge grand caravan turned off and parked in drive way my daughter comes in and said the van sounds like it's still running went out and heard what she heard also check on this three times before going to bed( this noise came from the gas tank). The next day 02/03/2018 noise was not there anymore. I had schedule recall work to be perform on 02/05/2018 but re-schedule with service advisor for 02/06/2018 car would not start key stuck in ignition switch. Tow truck picked up 02/07/2018 took to dealership explain what happen I was told by the service advisor to expect a call on friday 02/09/2018 call came dead battery(new battery 01/24/2018) and the tipm kit was needed. This vehicle 2011 dodge grand caravan tipm should be listed as a recall. I started last year having starting concerns with this van not wanting to start.
There is a issue with the vehicle not starting. It started out as imttermittent and now is becoming pretty regular. I replaced the batteries in my key fobs, and there is a new battery in the vehicle. Also when you shift from reverse to drive it is a hard shift. I looked online and this seems to be a big problem with dodge, many others are experiencing the same thing. It would seem to be a tipm problem with faulty relays.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge grand caravan. While attempting to drive the vehicle, it failed to start without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in a recall and was not under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.
After driving at highway speeds for 2 hours, when returning home and shutting off the engine, I heard whirling noises coming from my fuel tank. Upon moving the vehicle, 30 minutes later, the van experienced a rough start. The following morning, the battery was dead. After jumping off the vehicle, it ran smoothly but I am concerned this will happen again.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge grand caravan. Occasionally, after inserting the key fob in the ignition, the vehicle would not start due to a loose part inside the ignition switch. In addition, while driving, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to jacksonville chrysler in jacksonville, florida where it was diagnosed that the tipm module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact also indicated that both sliding back doors randomly opened and the front windows would sometimes fail to close. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 68,000.
My tpim is bad found out after getting my alternator, battery, and starter replaced. It is not sending signal to my fuel pump.
I have posted complaints for 2 years with same problem regarding the tipm however I was reading the reason of not being recalled is because all the tipm systems will malfunction regardless how many times it's change. If this is so why they don't recall all this vehicles.? I've been stuck numerous of times, replaced (2) $200 batteries bc the tipm eats the battery. I have children and it is not fair to be stuck in the middle of no where when car deciders not to turn on.. Make it a recall for even exchanged for another vehicle where wie will be safe.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge grand caravan. The vehicle experienced a loss of power while traveling highway speeds. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to mark thomas motors (2315 santiam hey se, albany) where it was diagnosed that the tipm was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v115000 (electrical system). The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall and to contact the federal safety agency due to them being the responsible party for the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.
Tire pressure sensor light is always on, fuel pump runs after the vehicle is shut off, automatic rear doors open and close intermittently with out the push of the buttons. We have had to replace 4 batteries and 3 alternators, every time the dealership tells us this is a common issue with the tipm. Previously we have also replaced the transmission and the engine has needed repairs. Engine repairs were covered under a recall but not the transmission.
Friday morning (oct 20, 2017) vehicle was driven momentarily, then immediately parked because the engine light was on. Vehicle was not moved, started, or key cycled after it was parked. Then on tuesday (oct 24, 2017) around 8:18 am, smoke and then flames were visible coming from the engine compartment, left side. Left tire/brakes not involved. *dt 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'
Airbag light is on constantly - never turns off. Seat belt light will sometimes come on even when seat belt is secure. Fuel pump doesn't stop running after engine is shut off. While driving, all lights will come on on dash and gauges/headlights will flicker then car will die. Has happened more than three(!) times at night on busy highway with 2 toddlers in car!!! Had to pull off road in complete darkness. I am fearful of driving this car. I will not drive at night anymore.
My 2011 caravan is having serious issues when attempting to crank. At times the engine will continuously turn over when attempting to start engine. It completely drained my 1 month old to battery. I took it in to the dealership today for recall t33 and I stated the ongoing issues. They preformed a diagnosis test (I pd $165) and stated the tipm needs to be replaced for $1475. After some research, I've noticed this is an ongoing issue with many 2011+ caravan owners. My issue began is 2015 (85,000 miles) with an intermittent click when attempting to start my van. Now, obviously the issue is progressing. Seeing there is a history of issues with tipm, dodge should be compelled to issue a recall. Please contact me for additional information.
Tipm had to be replaced due to electrical instability with the fuel system. Same tipm that was involved in the 2014 recall for the dodge durango and jeep grand cherokee. Vehicle would not start or would not stay running. No power to the fuel pump. New tipm was redesigned and had to have 5 pages of instructions to rewire the new tipm to fit in to vehicle.
The vehicle stops running without warning. It has occurred on three occasions: once at a slow speed (25 MPH) on flat terrain, going uphill at 57 MPH, going down hill at 45 MPH, all in good weather conditions and traveling in a straight line. The car cannot be immediately restarted, but after a period of minutes will restart. The engine seems to be in good condition and has plenty of power. There appears to be no engine/mechanical reason for these events. The events leave no trace or error message that can be obtained by our mechanic. If this power outage occurred when in the passing lane, crossing a rode at an unprotected intersection or other condition where stalling out randomly would leave us or others in a life threatening situation it would be terrible. We have been forced to stop driving the vehicle for fear of injury or worse.
Takata tipm problems it wont start
Wont start . Fuel pump doesnt run at times , no fuel no start . At times it runs & stops on road . Verry dangerous in traffic . Windows roll down by themself . Doors un lock by themself . Dealer doesnt know what is wrong I am told . The dealer says the problem may be the tipm computer but will not say for sure . But they will replace it if I want, for 1200.00 no guarantee it will fix it . These vehicles with this type of computer should be recalled . They are a danger tothe public . When driving on road they will stop running because of fuelpump & tipm are not working correctlu .
Own a dodge gran caravab 2011 with 83000 miles, suddenly one day, started having issues when starting the car, troubleshoot everything, starter, changed relays, gas pump and nothing, took it to the mechanic and couldn't find anything, sometimes the car start and sometimes it doesn't. It cranks but it doesn't start. Checked on line and it looks like a lot of dodge or chrysler having same issue, fuel pump relay tipm is malfunctioning. This ahould be a recall already. I need to change the fuel box for $1000 or buy a bypass made for (wd) dodge durango (wk) jeep grand cherokee from recall safety recall r09 / the federal safety agency 15v‑115 fuel pump relay. I am attaching recall for dodge durango.
In july 2017 my 2011 dodge grand caravan was brought to my dodge dealership due to problems starting and the stalling of vehicle while on the road. Dealership felt it was the fuel pump which was covered under my vehicle protection plan. My car was given back to me approximately 3 days later. My husband picked up the car and within 4 hours, car gave difficulty starting and stalled while driving at a major intersection. Dealership was contacted the very next morning and car was brought to back to the dealership. It was then discovered that the tipm of the car had to be replaced. This unfortunately is not covered. My issue is that if the car is stalling at intersections and possibly endangering the life of myself and my children in the car.. How can this not be covered? How can there not be a safety recall? I am lucky that the car did start back up, but I now fear driving this vehicle.
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