2016 Dodge Grand Caravan: engine failure

Filed Mar 25, 2026 · Engine, Seats · WA

1) At D/S Stow and Go seat malfunctioned and was repaired by CarMax Service Center Jan 2023 - 2) Around 97,000 so - Engine started ticking on or about JUL/SEP 2023, enstate Lloyds Automotive in Spokane Valley replaced out engine due to manufacture defect in Oct 2023. 3) At 103,672mi - P/S stow and Go seat was repaired for same issues as D/S stow & Go Seat by Lloyds Automotive Oct 2023 when engine was replaced out. 4) Around 116,000mi the Transmission was flushed when I got the oil changed because I noticed jerking shifting at times, this was Aug 2024 there was no check engine or diag faults. 5) Around 132,720 Fell under CXLHX982 / CXLHX981 Actuator Sliding Door D/S & P both repaired and Transmissioned serviced again because my van started stalling out at stops and the jerking happened again no check engine or diag faults 6) Around 138,000 - D/S Sliding door hatch pin repair by Coos Bay Area Dodge. On 24Mar2026 - Around 142,000mi my transmission overheat warning came on and my van would not go any faster than 45 to 50mi, the RPMs went from 1.5 to 4 to 5 then 7 and back down, I immediately pulled over and sat for about 40min turned my van back on there was no overheat warning so I drove around 50mi per hour in the emergency lane to the next exit which was Hood River, Or and trailer towed my van from Hood River, Or to AAMCO, North Spokane Wa for transmission service. - I believe my vehicle 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T model - transmission was built with some underlying transmission serious safety defects and should have been recalled and a part of Part 573 Safety Recall Report 16V‑461. My vehicle malfunctioning could have caused an accident if not for my quick thinking that day and keeping my vehicle maintained at a high standard. I do keep all my service records.

Filed Feb 14, 2024 · Engine · CA

Code P0302 - undiagnosed as of 2/14/24 mileage - 51833miles 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan with Braun Mobility Conversion for wheelchair June 2023, had transmission freeze up and replace by Dodge dealer. Later that day after picking up from dealer, "Engine" light came back on. Called and left message with dealer asking if they neglected to re-set codes and or reset check engine light. Called twice and left messages, no return call. Van functioning fine. I had no problems for months until I needed it SMOG tested this month. SMOG repair station said it won't pass SMOG and it's likely cylinder 2 misfire, which can be observed sporadically, although I have never had any issues driving at all. Engine light never flashes. The SMOG mechanic researched Dodge issues and said I may likely need to replace the engine, but that even the replaced engine is not guaranteed to not have the same problem, due to it appears to be a problem in the engine itself. There are countless reports online by Dodge Caravan owners reporting same code, but almost all of them report driving and/or idling issues. There seems to be enough consensus that there is something inherently wrong with certain year Dodge engines but there is still no recall or dealer support. I don't know who to believe. I need to get it to pass SMOG but don't want to replace the engine to do it if it has been driving fine.

Filed Jul 12, 2023 · Engine · NC

My vehicle has the Pentastar engine tick indicative of a rocker arm issue. I’ve been having performance issues with the vehicle at only 124,000 miles and less. It’s escalating to the point in afraid of complete engine failure while I’m driving. This is a known issue with these vehicles and needs to be repaired by Dodge as it’s a manufacturing defect.

Filed Apr 30, 2023 · Engine · OH

Ticking in engine, engine seized

Filed Apr 27, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · 80,000 miles · SD

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the contact detected an abnormal winding sound from either the transmission or the engine. After the vehicle warmed up, the sound diminished. The contact called the local dealer who recommended an engine replacement. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V461000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed there were no open recalls on the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Mar 25, 2023 · NV

The passenger side sliding door lock actuator seized, forcing the door to be stuck closed in a locked position. I tried unlocking via the key fob, the door power lock controls, and manually unlocking the lever on the door. None worked. If I had gotten into an accident or had another emergency when this failed, I would not have been able to get the door open to get my toddler out of his car seat. When I looked online, I saw that this was a common issue, but no recall has been issued.

Filed Mar 15, 2022 · Transmission · FL

compression problem in the cylinder on an engine with only 60,000 miles. The vehicle is just out of the 5 year warranty so it is a costly fix for a relatively new engine.

Filed Oct 22, 2021 · Electrical · NY

The lock actuator in both rear sliding doors has failed. The first to fail was the rear passenger door. While the door and lock still operate, it makes a loud buzzing noise whenever it is activated (as described in the 2016 TSB issued by the manufacturer.) My mechanic inspected and confirmed this problem in September 2021. Just the other day (10/20/21), the actuator on the rear driver door also failed without any warning (it had never made noise): the lock “seized” and we were unable to unlock and open the door through any means. This exact pattern of failure has been reported by many other owners of this vehicle. Malfunctioning locks present an obvious safety problem, especially in the case of the locked door which would make it difficult for my children to escape the car quickly in an emergency. Neither actuator has been replaced yet and thus they are available for inspection if necessary.

Filed Oct 18, 2020 · Body, Electrical · 60,200 miles · UT

Our sliding door has seized up in the lock position. We are unable to open it at all. After reading hundreds of other complaints it sounds like the sliding door actuator needs to be replaced. This is on one side but now the other side is sounding like it may go as well. Having doors we can not open is a safety issue and needs to be fixed before we are comfortable driving with our children again. The vehicle is a 2016 dodge caravan and just broke 60k miles. Average fix is over $1100 and the mechanics are all to familiar with the issue.

Filed May 25, 2020 · Electrical · 68,000 miles · WA

Drivers side sliding door seized in the 'locked' position. Vehicle was parked in driveway and had been used normally earlier in the day and without issue. The door could not be opened manually from the inside or the outside or with any remote or interior button. Have been unable to resolve issue.

Filed Sep 4, 2019 · Body · 63,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the rear driver's side sliding door seized in place. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Abernethy chrysler dodge jeep ram (located at 1442 e main st, lincolnton, nc 28092, (704) 732-1890) was contacted by phone and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle diagnosed, which was still pending. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.