Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

Table 1 shows ten common power train related problems of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (36 problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission noise (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

The Power Train problem

We purchased our 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan 1/2026. Only 85000 miles on it. After about a week or 2, when husband tried go start van to go to work early cold, morning, van wouldn't start easily. Sometimes he would wait up to a few hours and keep trying to start, eventually it would.   Read details...

The Transmission Noise problem

Notice a noise that was sort of like a grinding/groaning noise when idling and it would get worse if I turned on the ac. The sound was also present at lower rpms but would disappear after the vehicle got up to speed. Turns out the flex plate is broken.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Go Into Gear problem

My car was in for a recall 2 years ago where my car would not switch gears when driving. Prior I complained several times before to the dealership and they said nothing was wrong until I found the recall or concern on line.   Read details...


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