2013 Dodge Grand Caravan body problems

Filed Jul 27, 2022 · Body, Electrical · OK

Over the time we have owned this vehicle the sliding side doors have stopped working & then started. Recently both doors lost power completely . I have read that this is a very common problem with these Vans but the doors when power is lost can not be opened at all from the inside making the passengers crawl out the windows, front doors, or back hatch. If this were a fire, wreck, or emergency this would be a death trap. When calling dealerships to attempt to find a fix or help we have been told time and time again that this is a common problem in these vans.

Filed Jun 16, 2022 · Body · 80,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary, the driver’s side sliding door independently opened without warning. The failure continued after the contact manually closed the sliding door. As the failure persisted, the door eventually failed to open electronically or manually. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Apr 11, 2021 · Body · 189,349 miles · PA

Power sliding door frozen in locked position. Will not open using inside or outside door handle, key fob, center control consle switch or side pillar switch. Manual door lock slide in inside handle not moving. Completely unable to use door to enter or exit vehicle. Potential for trapping rear passengers inside vehicle in case of crash or fire. Gas tank cover door closed so it is not keeping the left side door from opening. Car was parked when problem appeared. No physical damage to door either interior or exterior.

Filed Mar 12, 2021 · Body · 89,000 miles · MI

The sliding door suddenly quit working. It is locked but will not unlock electronically or manually. The door cannot be opened at all. Worked fine when entering the vehicle but wouldn't open when trying to exit.

Filed Dec 8, 2020 · Body · 87,000 miles · FL

Driver's side rear passenger automatic door will not open. The locking mechanism seems to be frozen and I cannot open it using the key fob, manually, or with the button in the driver's area. I cannot access my children from the exterior of the car unless I use the other side door. This is a serious safety hazard, especially if we were in a vehicle accident any rear passenger could get trapped inside. This is apparently a known common problem and should be addressed with a safety recall.

Filed Oct 12, 2020 · Body · 130,000 miles · MD

The driver's side passenger sliding door is stuck closed and in the locked position. I cannot unlock the door in anyway possible not the remote, over head button, driver's door button or manually with my finger. I have five children and I feel this is a complete safety hazzard I have searched the web for diy info and found at least 60 other people with the exact same problem. I feel with the risk of children being stuck in the vehicle this should be a safety recall. The locking mechanism is faulty

Filed Oct 7, 2020 · Body · 60,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the subframe needed to be welded and replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN was not provided.

Filed Aug 14, 2020 · Body · 200,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the passenger's side sliding door failed to open or close with the key fob or manually. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light was illuminated due to the sensor being fractured. The contact called button chrysler jeep dodge ram (1220 e blvd st, kokomo, in 46902, (765) 360-4063) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Jun 8, 2020 · Body · 87,500 miles · FL

Rear drivers sliding door buzzes and remains in a locked position. This happens when using the fob too. The van automatically locks when you reach about 25 MPH. Most of the time I get a loud buzzing from that door when it does. Sometimes you can manually unlock it but most times not. I have read more people than me are having this issue with a range of years for the dodge caravan. I have my grandson with me most of the time and that is the seat he is in. My concern is if there is an accident and the door can be unlocked then what? I truly there is a big safety issue going on with these vehicles. Please investigate.

Filed Mar 25, 2020 · Body, Electrical · 148,000 miles · MO

The driver side rear sliding door cannot be opened manually or electrically. The door will not unlock electrically or manually, so the interior and exterior opening handles cannot be operated. Using the key fob or interior buttons to open the door cause a message to display on the dash information area saying "unlock door to operate." this poses a risk if there is an accident and my children need to exit or be removed from the vehicle, especially if other doors are blocked or damaged due to an accident. The vehicle has been stationary. I have not tried to open the door while in motion.