Interior Lighting Problems of Dodge Grand Caravan

Dodge Grand Caravan owners have reported 16 interior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common interior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's interior lighting (16 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Interior Lighting related problems of Dodge Grand Caravan

Problem Category Number of Problems
Interior Lighting problems
16

Interior Lighting problem #1

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while replacing a light bulb in the overheard console, he noticed the bulb holding unit was deteriorating. He stated the failure appeared to have been caused by the bulb overheating and causing damage to the unit. The dealer advised the manufacturer was aware of the failure and a newly designed unit was available but only at the owners expense. In addition, the contact stated the accelerator pedal would intermittently become stuck in the open throttle position. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.

Interior Lighting problem #2

I have a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan and have had nothing but electrical problems with it. Our automatic sliding door on passenger side has been repaired once already and quit working about 6 months later. Our power door locks now will not work with either the key fob or from inside on the switch. The lights on the dash go out and come on a various times. These are serious issues and dealerships are charging an arm and leg to just look at it and you still aren't guaranteed how long it will remain functional.

Interior Lighting problem #3

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the dome lights in her vehicle stopped working. The dealer advised the contact that they do not have any replacement bulbs. The wiring in the light exhibits burns. The dealer has to replace the bracket. There are no related recalls or warranties on the parts. The vehicle will be repaired by the dealer within the week. The failure mileage was 46,400.

Interior Lighting problem #4

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact was entering the vehicle when the dome light failed to illuminate. The dealer confirmed the dome light socket was melting and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 78,000.

Interior Lighting problem #5

Automatic door locks stopped working. The interior lights worked intermittently when door opened. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for repairs, but the problem recurred.

Interior Lighting problem #6

Front dome lights on either side of the on board computer are flashing on and off during door open condition. When either lamp is pressed into its on position it stays on.

Interior Lighting problem #7

No light in the left side of the instrumental panel make sit difficult to see at night time. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and coudl not duplicate or correct the problem.

Interior Lighting problem #8

The consumer was unable to read the functions on the instrument panel.

Interior Lighting problem #9

Interior lights will flash on and remain on while vehicle is in operation. Consumer has not taken tvehicle to a dealership to determine cause of defect. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Interior Lighting problem #10

Dashboard lights go out constantly. Also, door locks don't work intermittently. Took vehicle to dealer 5 times, cannot remedy problem. Dashlights lights went out 18 times within 10 days.

Interior Lighting problem #11

Courtesy light failed.

Interior Lighting problem #12

Automatic door locks and interior light system fail when brakes are applied when in excess of 40 mph.

Interior Lighting problem #13

2005 Grand Caravan instrument panel lights on the head light cluster, cruise control, driver side windows and locks did not work. * ts ***** the consumer was told the vehicle was designed with no lights.

Interior Lighting problem #14

Interior lighting problem.

Interior Lighting problem #15

Door ajar light over sensitive.

Interior Lighting problem #16

The dash lights failed making it difficult to see the instrument panel.



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