Alternator/generator/regulator Problems of Dodge Grand Caravan - part 1

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the battery warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his residence. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the alternator was burned and needed to be replaced. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,938.

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Battery light turned on and vehicle immediately shut off. Got car jump to make it home and all electrical components went hay wire - all dash lights blinking - transmission wouldn’t not shit and accelerated by itself, headlights wouldn’t go on, windows wouldn’t go down. Dodge recalled every other car model in their line for a bad alternator rapid failure, except caravan, which should absolutely be included. It’s a know issue - car shouldn’t be dying while driving with under 100k miles.

Van has failed to turn on multiple times, park turn off vehicle and in as little as 10 minutes later it would not start. I replaced alternator and battery apparently after going to multiple mechanics that didn't find the problem with diagnostics I found out it was neither it was a faulty tipm. 6-8 months later started having issues with the car stalling out and having an issue turning back on. I have stalled on multiple occasions on the freeway I have contacted Dodge and the recall is not for my year of vehicle. Parts for this are expensive along with labor. Dodge needs to recall this issue because the last time this happened to me I was driving 60 mph on the freeway car behind me was close and my van stalled could of got hurt or killed and so could the other driver. Brakes need to be changed often as well more than I've ever had to change them for any other vehicle.

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Van won't start. No noise at all when I turn the key. The symptom is just like trying to start a car with an automatic transmission while the car is in drive, or there's no sound at all (the van has always been q inin park). Everything else powers up, radio, wipers, lights etc. The battery is new and the alternator is good. Dealership installed a new tipm and the car started for 1 week and died again. I'll never buy an american made vehicle again. Owned the van for 1 month and problem has happened 5 or 6 times previous to the last two times when the van wouldn't start at all.

1st time June 2020: while driving on highway, suddenly warning lights started going on and off and on, van lost electrical power, shutting down all lights, windows, etc. Engine would not switch gears. Luckily, made it off the highway before the engine died. Towed to mechanic, could not find an issue after it was jump started. They tested it for 5 straight days. 2nd time October 2020 pulled van out of garage to driveway, turned it off to load and put grandchildren in car seats. Van would not restart, towed, replaced battery. 3rd time 11/7/2020 while driving on suburban busy road at night, suddenly various warning lights came on and off and on, wipers turned on by themselves, then all electrical power went out. I guided van into the nearest parking lot as the engine died and would not restart. Aaa came again, jumped the car, and while we discussed what to do, the car shut itself off again. Towed, mechanic replaced alternator. I have been very lucky not to be hit by another vehicle in two of these three instances. Current mileage: 102,201 I can provide repair shop bills and proof of the 3 times vehicle was towed in last 6 months!.

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The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced intermittent start-up failures after multiple attempts, without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the alternator was replaced however, the failure persisted. The contact then took the vehicle back to the same mechanic where the fuel pump was replaced. The contact had the vehicle serviced by this independent mechanic a total of eight times and after each repair, the failure persisted. The contact then took the vehicle to key Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram - tobey auto group (2020 n detroit st, xenia, OH 45385) where the dealer was able to diagnose the vehicle with a defective totally integrated power module. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

Vehicle had prior issues of stalling when stopped in traffic which resulted in transmission being replaced under warranty. Several months after transmission was replaced, the vehicle would not turn on at all after just having driven the vehicle 30 minutes prior. Both the battery and alternator had to be replaced. Vehicle is 3 years old and has just under 60,000 miles.

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Vehicle will turn over but not start and other times it will finally start but then will die right away. We have tried everything under the stars to fix it and its getting to the point that we don't know what to do. Our battery and alternator are good everything else works just fine. The vehicle is always parked on flat surface.

Van may or may not start, or shuts off randomly. I have replaced the battery 3 times and changed an alternator. I have noticed that other vans have been recalled for a non start, but for some reason my fan isn't included. Also my uconnect does not work. It doesn't even recognize that I have blue tooth in the car. Not happy with this van at all, I got a lemon!.

2c4rdgcg8gr363465 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan with >28,000 original miles. VIN # 2c4rdgcg8gr363465 1st � a few weeks ago the original key fob began not always unlocking the doors or starting the car. I had a new battery put in key fob but the problems continued. I had aaa test my car battery and it was good. 2nd - cluster lights began randomly flashing and dinging a few weeks ago after the key fob problems began. This last week or two the digital speedometer also began spinning upward and downward at a high rate of speed, randomly. These problems have progressively worsened becoming more frequent and with more systems flashing. One red light has even appeared under the green letter n, for neutral. No name and no symbol, just a red light. On Wednesday the 21st, I had my battery tested again and the alternator tested at auto zone and o�reilly�s, both said they are good. I had the original fob plus another new fob programmed to the car on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019 at courtesy Dodge in mesa, az. The next day, Thursday, 1 fob started the car and took us to walmart without incident. However, the fob would not open any door nor start the vehicle when we were ready to leave the store. Finally called my son-in-law and he brought the other fob. Neither fob would do anything for quite awhile, then finally 1 worked. I'm quadriplegic so having an unreliable vehicle and being stranded away from home in 114 degree heat is extremely dangerous. On Friday we took the Dodge to auto zone, they again said my car battery was fine. On Saturday the 24th napa and auto zone checked for codes on the Dodge. Came up with u110a. Today, Sunday, Aug 25, 2019 neither fob worked again.

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Defective window regulators. I work for a federal fleet and we have have several thousand window regulators on Dodge Grand Caravans fail and be replaced, and even some of the replacements have failed. The manufacturer is well aware of this and has reimbursed my agency for some of the costs. The fact that they haven't opened a recall or extended warranty for the general public is complete bs and a total customer service failure on their part.

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving 40 mph, the alternator completely detached from the vehicle without warning. While the engine was running, the vehicle lost all function and was towed to the contact's home. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and would shut off intermittently. The contact also stated that there are multiple electric failures that have occurred; the speedometer would become defective while traveling at various speeds, multiple warning lights would flash or remain illuminated and headlights would fade or flicker without warning. The contact took the vehicle to ginn Chrysler Jeep Dodge 5190 us-278, covington, GA 30014 on multiple occasions to be serviced; however the multiple failures continue to occur. The contact also had the vehicle towed to another dealer in michigan(dealer unknown) where the alternator was replaced but to no avail. The manufacturer had not been notified. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Jo.

Tl- the contact owns a 2016 Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle began to ride rough and the engine began to hesitate. While inspecting under the hood a burning odor was present and it was discovered that a wire harness had melted. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer steve white Dodge(3470 hwy 70 se, newton nc. ) who diagnosed that the wire harness, battery and alternator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a representative was sent to inspect the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined and no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 10,000. Jft.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. Consumer writes in regard to vehicle's pcm malfunction causing the alternator to overheat and battery to fail.

Saturday 15, 2018 my family and I were driving back from the mall, I was driving at about 55 miles an hour when the vehicle stalled and just died in the middle of the highway without any warnings or signals on the dash. I managed to use the momentum and pulled over to the shoulder, it restarted after 9 times try. Thankfully we were able to make it home. A month before vehicle was parked in driveway and it wouldn't start, towed it to mechanic and replaced alternator. Till now vehicle always stalls when slowing down or coming to stop. This vehicle acts like it have been taken over by supernatural forces and what happened last Saturday was very scary to my family. I have read a lot of the same complaints on this site about this vehicle and it is very upsetting that the maker have not taken responsibility in addressing this safety issue. I wonder how many people will have to die first before they address this safety issue. Let it be clear I will sue, god forbid any happen.

Battery is not holding a charge for more than 3 hours. I have taken the vehicle to several mechanics and auto-shops, but no one is able to diagnose the problem. When the battery dies, and I get it towed to a shop, they say they cannot diagnose it unless they charge or jump the battery; but once the battery is charged/jumped, the diagnosis comes back clean. Literally, every morning I need to get the car jump started, else I am stranded. This problem has been sporadic for about the last 7 months, but it has become a regular problem with the past 2 weeks. Once the car rests for more than 3 hours, it dies. I have check the alternator check to see if the diodes are leaking; I have had the starting and charging systems check, but no one can find a resolution to the problem. The power drivers seat has also stopped working about 4 months ago, and the ac lights flicker constantly (even though the ac does work normally) I see there was a previous recall concerning electrical problem with the driver side arm rest, but I don't know if this could possibly be a related issue.

There are two facets of this issue. First issue: it began starting hard back in November it would crank but not turn over and start. It will often leave us stranded myself and young children for 20-45 minutes waiting for it to start. Second issue: the fuel pump will remain running when vehicle is shut off and continue to run till battery is dead. Alternator has been replaced in past year and has been tested to be good, battery had to be replaced twice in two years. When diagnosed by a Dodge dealership the issue is said to be a power distribution module which costs $1,008. 00 not including labor. The part is ordered but on national backorder with no estimated time of arrival.

Tl- the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the battery and brake light had illuminated as the failure progressed. An independent mechanic replaced the alternator assembly however the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic who diagnosed that the pcm needed to be replaced. The dealer ganley Chrysler of aurora, 161 w garfield rd, aurora, OH 44202, (330) 562-2600 indicated that the vehicle would need to be diagnosed to determine the cause of the failure and that the vehicle was not included in any recall campaigns. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, also stated that there was no recall to provide a remedy and rendered no assistance. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Dyd.

Az - 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan r/t, approx 63,500 mi. 2 weeks ago I went to start the vehicle and it wouldn't start. I assumed it was the battery because its a fairly new vehicle. I gave it a jump and the vehicle started. I set the time as it had reset to 12:00am but radio stations were still programmed. I went on a 3hr drive back home with no issues and figured the battery was charged by the time I got home. Before I went inside for the night, I attempted to start vehicle up and it started with no issues. The next morning I went to start the vehicle and it would not start on the first or second attempt. I noticed the display on the dash would alternate from "run" to "off" each time I would try to start it. The third try the vehicle started for a good 3-5 seconds then died. The next attempt the vehicle started. I had the same issues after work and each time I would think it was the battery because the car would try to turn over and dash would alternate start to off and the clock on the radio would reset to 12:00 am. This has been going on for 2 weeks now, I reached the point of replacing the alternator. I also had the new alternator and battery tested, both tested good. What kept leading me to a bad alternator/battery was the fact that the clock would reset and the first few attempts to start the vehicle would not work. My thinking started to change as the days passed. I thought that had it been a battery or charging issue the battery would have been dead by now. Today I went through the same routine, tried twice to start, then it would start then stall, of course the last try it would stay on. Same thing in the evening, after work, but this time while driving the vehicle stalled out while driving in traffic at 45mph. No warnings or check engine light, I pulled over, vehicle started right up. A search of the symptoms lead me to tipm issues earlier models were having.

Battery light comes on after reaching speeds around 40/50 , than the brake lights come and abs light , car suddenly turns off no longer runs . You guys should have a recall on all alternators and pcm for this vehicle . My wife is pregenat and she got stranded in the middle of a high way because of your faulty vehicle . This car needs to be on a recall for all of those faulty alternators and pcm . Not reliable tumbs down for this car , dissapointed on Dodge .

I have had the battery and alternator replaced. A few days after the alternator was installed, the car would not start again. Nor the next day. The mechanic kept the car for two days and could not replicate it not starting. A few days later it would not start again, and it continues to not start intermittently. All diagnostics come back fine. The left sliding door works intermittenlty and the window on the same door wouldn't close, but now does. The abs/stability light was on solid, but is now off.

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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 NHTSA and the local dealership. Please help!!!.

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.

The van cut off while driving. Eeverytime, I tried to start it, the instrument panel said "no fuse. " I had it looked at by a mechanic and he said that my alternator and battery were dead. After they were replaced, the car started up and I drove it to work. On the way to work, while the car was driving, all of the lights in the car went out and the instrument panel reset itself (date, time, and trip computer) after about 5 seconds. This repeated itself every 15 minutes or so, until the car cut off. I refastened the battery connectors, got the car a jump, and it started to run. I parked the car. Later, I got in and started it with no problem. The next day, I went to start the car and it wouldnt start. I got a jump and it started up again. Driving into work, the car cut off while I was driving on the street. I had to steer to the side of the road to get to safety. The worst thing about it all, is that when the electrical system fails, the key gets stuck in the ignition, and you can not shift into neutral if you need to push the car off the road. I have read multiple reviews about this car's electrical system, but it is a danger to everyone on the road for a car to consistently have electrical problems, especially ones that cause it to cut off while driving. This needed to be addressed before anyone gets hurt.

Nhtsa recall number p60 reference # 1228426 summary Chrysler group llc (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge charger, challenger, and durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep grand cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3. 6l engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail. I had the same thing happen to me; this should also be part of this recall. My battery light cam on at a stop and go light, 60 seconds latter, my car stalled because of dead battery and non working alternator. Fca stated go to the dealer for repair and not covered by the recall. I went to auto zone for eliminated life time warranty and I installed it. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr wgn se VIN: 2c4rdgbg5cr267739.

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.

More then a dozen times our vehicle has completely shut off while in motion going straight at various speeds causing loss of power steering and putting us in unsafe conditions. The a/c will blow hot air in half the vehicle and the radio has turned up the volume to full and the controls are inoperative to turn it down. I feel the dealer intentionally did not tell us about the known tipm issue and told us we had to replace the alternator which we did with no help in correcting the issue. This has been ongoing for a few months. I dont have the vehicle with me and am guessing on the mileage also this happened on multiple dates so I entered one of the random dated below.

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!.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle spontaneously downshifted and stalled. Also, the alternator warning indicator illuminated. A towing company jumpstarted the battery and the contact was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

The vehicle was serviced last year for the same issue. The head was replaced twice then they replaced the wiring harness for the main computer. The van still has the issue that comes and goes. It will be fine one day and then one day going up a hill it will get real jerky and bumpy for another few days. It happened last February so we took it to a local dealer who replaced the oil sending unit under warranty. Also they had to replace the alternator and belt which was $700 out of pocket. I feel there is something wrong with this engine because other people are complaining about the same thing. They replaced a head on 1-15-2016 then replaced it again on 1-29-2015. They replaced the wiring harness on 3-4-2016. The alternator and belt was on 2-27-2017. Now we have the same issue happening again.

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The vehicle has 92,000 miles and when traveling last month the alternator went out. Was told at the dealership that fixed it there have been some alternators recalled. With parts and labor the bill was $797. 77. They said ours was not on recall list. How do I get reimbursed for surprise expense.

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.

Beginning September 2017 to December 2017 (present): multiple issues related to electrical: (1) engine stalled while driving at 30 mph (city street, driving straight), and lost power steering and brakes; (2) electrical system warning light has been coming on from September 2017 to December 2017 (present). Light often comes on when power window buttons are pressed; battery has been checked; alternator has been replaced twice (!) in December 2017 and warning light still comes on; (3) windows roll themselves down when vehicle is not running; this happened multiple times in winter and cold weather, there is no chance the window was left down by the driver; (4) head and tail lights blink when vehicle is not running; (5) rear seat power outlet not working; (6) rear defroster not working; (7) side mirror defrosters not working. Research into others with similar problems suggest defective tipm.

The battery light illuminated on the instrument panel. Shortly afterwards, the traction control, abs, and air bag lights illuminated and the rpms fluctuated while driving my kids to summer camp out of town. When I arrived to my destination the car would not restart due to the battery being dead. I got a jump start and was able to make it to a local store to replace the battery at a cost of $163 and make it home. The next day I still have the same issues. Many others have had the same problem and it would appear this is a common problem. I will be making an appointment to have the vehicle towed to the dealer. I am sure it is the alternator and I will need to replace as others have done. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle is not even paid for yet and the failure mileage was just over 52,000. I really hope this issue will be investigated soon.