2016 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes problems

Filed Jul 6, 2026 · Brakes · NY

The break calipers keep sticking and need to be replaced at least once per year. The stick and cause an awful black smoke. The last time they were replaced was almost a year ago to date.

Filed Sep 24, 2021 · Brakes, Engine · UT

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Filed Jan 28, 2021 · Brakes · 86,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the traction control warning light had illuminated on the instrument panel at vehicle start-up. The contact stated that the remote start failed to operate and that the brake lights inadvertently remained illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to five star chrysler dodge jeep ram of warner robins (2817 watson blvd, warner robins, ga 31088) where she was informed that the hydraulic control unit and relay needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred her the federal safety agency for assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2020 · Brakes, Electrical · 70,000 miles · NC

While driving the entire vehicle including all functional systems simply shuts off. This has happened 2 times in the last 2 months. All systems are lost. Brakes, steering, engine, etc. There is no advanced waring or indications. There are no engine warning lights. The vehicle has been taken into the dealership twice to fix this malfunction with no success/progress. This is catastrophic failure because all vehicle controls are lost. Both times the vehicle was being driven. Once in the city and the other while on the highway.

Filed Jun 17, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 104,000 miles · CA

As I drive it and put into stop on stop light. The break didn't engage. I had to step all the way out and it engage. It felt like I lost the brake fluid . But then after that.. When the green light went on.. The van just operated itself just fine. After few months.. The van starts out fine but cant be driven. As of now we managed to park it in businesses plaza. And the A/C feels like or sounds like acting up. And now, totally cant be driven .

Filed Mar 11, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · 90,000 miles · TX

Was driving on the highway in stop and go traffic when the vehicle died. The electrical system was still functional, but the brakes and the power steering were not working and the car appeared to be idling, but non-responsive. Was able to pull over and force the gear into park and turn the car off and when the vehicle turned on no warning lights were displayed.

Filed Feb 21, 2020 · Brakes, Engine · 95,000 miles · IL

When I brake hard (for example at a red light), my van shuts off. This has happened multiple times over the last month.

Filed Jul 14, 2019 · Brakes, Transmission · 23,800 miles · CA

Owned dodge grand caravan rt 2016 one year sliding door on driver side stopped working from one day to next. Then driving down hill from freeway, brakes made a loud screeching sound and the whole van was shaking I thought I was gonna loose control I replace new brakes and drum its better but still shaky going down hill. After month of owning the car I could fill a lil misfire when I give a lil gas but just thought its an rt has power. Well recently my van been in the shop twice for the same problem check engine light came on shows its miss firing (ignition coils) and sparkplugs needed to be replaced. Well we replace all spark plugs and 1 ignition coil because the other coils were still good. Things were good and drove around for 3 weeks then check engine light comes again. Code still shows ignition coil need to be replace. This time replace all 6 ignition coil, guess what I just picked up my van today and 10 min of driving back home check engine light comes on again. Took it back to the mechanic it still miss firing ignition coils. I about ready to throw this van away. This van is only 3 years old how could it possibly have this much problems. In addition when I turn on my signal light on to go right or left my wipers will go off too.

Filed Sep 20, 2018 · Acceleration, Brakes · 10,350 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge caravan. While driving 60 MPH approaching an intersection, the vehicle accelerated without warning when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the failure went away. The vehicle was taken to dodge of burnsville (12101 hwy 35 w s, burnsville, mn 55337, (952) 894-9000) for diagnostic testing, but no failure could be found. The dealer informed the contact that they would update the computer software; however, the failure could recur. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 10,350.

Filed Jul 31, 2018 · Acceleration, Brakes · 70,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge grand caravan. While stopped at a red light and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that the rpms increased and the vehicle hesitated. The contact also stated that the brake pedal failed to retract once it was released. Afterwards, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated to 55 MPH. As a result, the contact had to place the gear shifter in neutral and depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to the side of the roadway safely. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and informed the contact that a tow would be provided. The manufacturer provided case number: [xxx]. The vehicle was towed to allen samuels dodge chrysler jeep ram (201 w loop 340, waco, tx 76712, (254) 848-6200) where it was awaiting diagnostic testing and repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. *tt *dt information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr consumer stated this was the second attempt taking my 2016 dodge grand caravan to the dealership to find out why my gas pedal stuck to the floor of my vehicle. And vehicle tents accelerate and pick up speed, rpms revving up while driving. The issue and defect and mechanical issues still exist. I am scheduled for october 16th 2018. To take the vechicle back to allen samuels dodge chrysler for the third time. You will find attached invoice from my last visit from the above case. Nothing has changed. Family life is at stake here every time we get behind the wheel of this vehicle this is what we have to worry about the gas pedal sticking to the floor again driving with is on your mind it's nota pleasant thought. Yet and still both times that we have taking a vehicle in to get a diagnostic and inspection of the problem and defect we told that they cannot duplicate the problem. Updated 10/18/18