Transmission Noise Problems of Dodge Grand Caravan - part 1

Driving down the highway and it started reving the rpms, making a humming noise , and wouldn't move. . Transmission light on.

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The transmission just died coming down a hill at a slow speed near my home on a city street. No previous noise or warning. No check engine light went on. I have 140,000 miles. Van is well maintained. Took to a local mechanic. Found metal in the pan.

Transmission started making a whining noise going down the road then stop pulling having to replace the transmission at 92000 miles and it was service regular we bought this van in 2016 with 4 miles and no recall on it I will never buy another one Dodge Grand Caravan.

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While driving, the vehicle began making a very faint whining noise. I stopped at a red light, and then the vehicle had trouble accelerating. I was able to make it home, but the vehicle wouldn't make it up the driveway; it kept rolling backwards. After reading over 100 complaints with the same problem, I'm pretty irate to find out there was a recall, but my VIN# isn't included. The warranty also covers the powertrain up to 60k miles and I'm at 61832, just over the warranty. I shouldn't have to replace my transmission on a 4 year old vehicle, when numerous others are complaining of the same problem and other vehicles of the same make/model are under recall.

The transmission began making whining noises around 52000 miles took to garage says it's normal at 56000 it was getting worse whining. . Then at 79000 the transmission stopped completely.

Tl-the contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise appeared from the vehicle with the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle lost power while the contact was driving up a hill, the vehicle rolled backwards, the contact depressed the brake pedal for the vehicle to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed to the dealer salvadore Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram 442 w broadway #2, gardner, MA 01440 where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission failed and needed to the replaced. The contact mentioned NHTSA campaign number: 16v461000 power train as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware failure and informed the contact that no recalls was under the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 88,973 . Ck.

When driving in a construction zone on I-71 north a loud whining noise came from the front left of the vehicle it then had difficulty accelerating. I had my foot pressing hard on the gas just to get to 60 mph. The rpm was all the way to 6. The vehicle would slow and speed up with a jerk. Once I arrived to work I parked the car. When I turned the van back on my check engine light came on. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who then had it towed to another location that was able to repair the transmission. I am currently awaiting the full diagnostic. I religiously maintain my vehicle to avoid catastrophic failures such as the one I am having now. So disappointed in the performance of this vehicle as it has been in the shop several time since I have owned it with problems from electrical issues, the side doors unable to open, and oil pain cracking.

Was planning trip from st. Catharines ontario to tyler texas and took van in for oil change and 40 point "peace of mind" inspection to my local dealer where always serviced. Emphasized I wanted to address any problems, if any, before I started trip and not while I was travelling. I was within 30 miles of destination in texas, when stopped at a intersection and transmission jumped when accelerating and heard a grinding noise and pulled over. No warning lights at this time just grinding noise. Had vehicle towed to local Chrysler dealer. See service invoice included. Transmission service done the next day and was given the ok. Everything fine during our stay. On our return trip from texas to ontario, no problems until we arrived in columbus ohio, 18 hours later, to re-fuel and when pulling away from gas station vehicle jumped, heard grinding noise again, and engine yellow warning light came on. We did not drive further and had vehicle towed to local Chrysler dealer and did computor scan which indicated transmission problems. See enclosed service invoice. Vehicle could not be driven at this time. Six hours from home. Decided to rent a truck and car dolly and towed van home to our dealer for second opinion. Needs new or rebuilt transmission. This is not acceptable for a vehicle that has only approximately 81,000 miles(or 135,000 km), especially since 2015/2016 Dodge Grand Caravans had transmission recalls, but not vehicle wide. I am looking for Chrysler to step up and resolve this issue.

Tl- the contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, when he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to local dealer steve white motors located at 3470 highway 70 se, newton, nc 28658, where it was diagnosed with needing transmission to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. Upon investigation the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 16v461000 (power train). The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 118,000. Dp.

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. The noise has been getting worse over the past month and after visiting multiple shops to be told, it was a rock in the brakes, to maybe transmission we found a shop that identified the actual issue.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 20 mph, when the vehicle began to hesitate and he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated when depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failure to accelerate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to local dealer napleton clermont Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram located at 15859 FL-50, clermont, FL 34711, (888) 359-4237, where it was diagnosed with needing transmission and both cylinder head to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, continue to experience the failure. The vehicle was taken back to dealer multiple times and had transmission replaced 2 additional times, but continued to experience the failure. The dealer informed they were unable to duplicate the failure on the last visits. The manufacturer has been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 10,716. Dp.

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Tl the contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving 50 mph exiting the highway, the vehicle began to decelerate without warning. The contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the transmission once the accelerator pedal was depressed. Lakeshore Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram fiat (330 e howze beach rd, slidell, la 70461, (985) 641-9595) was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 96,530. The VIN was unknown.

On 01/28/2019,, after I opened the hood to exam the power/train and other components under the hood. I immediately noticed three wires and a yellow fuse attached to my battery/ I immediately asked "timmy" what these were and why is the engine so loud? he stated that he did not know. I asked, "may I speak to the tech that installed my transmission?" he replied, "I'm really busy. . " he walked away while I was asking him questions, without any explanation or repairs. The Dodge dealer installed aftermarket wiring and a fuse on my vehicle without my permission and refused to tell me what it controls and why it is needed. "timmy" also stated to me the loud rumbling noises were normal. I informed him, that is not how my car sounded prior to the transmission failing.

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The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. Upon starting the vehicle, there was a loud sound. The contact looked under the hood and noticed that the battery exploded. The vehicle owner replaced the battery, but an abnormal noise recurred a few days later. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and provided no repair solution. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

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A few week ago, in the morning when me and the wife had just dropped one of our children off at elementary school, got back into the car, turned it on and started to drive away; the car did a hard jerk motion and then all the lights came on. So the next I took our van to firestone because cause my abs, brake, esp and other breaking information lights came and their was a strange noise coming from the from driver side of the car all at the same time. When firestone tech found the problem he told me that the abs system was faulty and I was also told that Dodge company knows about the problem but is not a safety recall. So for a small part that helps with the safety of my four young children and wife I paid 675 to fix the problem. And at this date and time my van is now setting at transmission shop so that I can find out if the abs going out some how did something to my transmission.

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I have had so many major problems with my 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan! I bought it used in 2008 w/ 68k miles. At that time the transmission had already been replaced. I had to replace the entire power steering system ($2000), auto window regulator, ac blower, tires, alternator belt, water pump, etc. The engine light has been on for some time now and mechanic says misfiring spark plugs. When serviced for problem(@ 170k miles) discovered original factory sp still in. Horrible corrosion/build up, had 2 fuel system flushes. Light on again. Newest & most dangerous problems,on multiple occasions now, van has completely turned off while driving, idling, and parked. It happens randomly and unexpectedly. More frequently while at lower speeds or parked but once while I was actually driving. When it cuts off the oil light remains illuminated. The car turns right back on. 5 times while driving 25-50mph has gone into cruise control by itself, and I loose control until it decides to give it back! today, for the first time, after parking and turning car off myself, it would not restart. Ignition not responding, no noise, nothing. Tried to jump it and nothing, notices that lights and other electrical components not effected. Fortunately an observer also happened to be a mechanic, he took out the starter fuse and stuck some wires in the socket and had me turn the key, it started!!! he said that it seems there is an ignition communication problem, a. K. A. Computer problem. I have 4 kids that are always with me and this is our only vehicle. If the vehicle is dependent on the computer to function, then I have zero room for communication problems. I have reviewed all of the complaints for this make/model/year, there are multiple complaints that are similar if not identical to mine. I wonder how many complaints have to be filed before action is taken? does someone have to die first?.

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The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a loud noised when the gear was in reverse. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the computer, transmission and the reverse gear failed. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 11,083 and the current mileage was 12,000.

Powetrain-automatic transmission. 1. Made grinding noise when in drive or reverse gears 2. Occured all the time up until the transmission finally gave out. 3. Teardown of automatic transmission and rebuild/replacement of "thrust bearings" and other parts determined by the dealerships service department.

Popping noise in steering column. While traveling at least 50 miles a loud winding noise was heard coming from the steering column, -possibly transmission. Vehicle became hard to steer. All fluids have been checked and vehicle was serviced regularly.

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Beginning last year owner was having repeated problems with vehicle. About two weeks ago, there was a noise coming from front end, two or three people looked at it and couldn't find a problem. Then another dealership found the problem which was the bushings had not been greased, and all front end suspension bolts were loose. No recalls on the vehicle as far as owner knows. As owner was driving the vehicle for the last few months, there has been a cracking noise and a snapping noise that seemed to come from the front suspension. This problem happened everytime the vehicle was driven. There are no other problems, problem with front end seems to be fixed. Vehicle has been repaired 15 times in the last year. These repairs have had to do with steering and suspension noise. There have been bushings replaced, steering fluid replaced, and the transmission had to be replaced at 15,000 miles.

While driving on the highway at 65 mph there was a sudden grinding noise. A technician inspected the vehicle and determined that the transmission was falling apart and that the vehicle shouldn't be driven. The consumer spoke to the dealership who indicated that these transmissions have a high failure rate, but they didn't indicated what is causing the failure.

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I heard a whining noise coming from transmission, without warning the transmission completely went out. I only have 38k miles on my van. The brakes went out at 20k miles and they already need replaced. The windows stick intermittently, and won't roll up.

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When the brakes are applied there was a noise coming throughout the driver and passenger sides. Dealership inspected several times, replaced disc, pads, and sensors, at least three times. However, the problem still recurred. Also, automatic transmission problem.

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I was driving on 95 in virginia in 1998 Grand Caravan le (80,000) , and I heard a banging noise. It sounded and felt like the engine went from the front to the back of the car. There was a puff of smoke in back of me, and the cars behind me backed off. At this point I realized that the steering wheel and brakes did not work. I was able to pull to the right of the highway. It was a frightful experience for all us. We called the state police and they proceeded to call aaa where they towed us into whitten Dodge. All of the fluids had come out of the car and the engine was locked up. Seeing as we were on our way to florida on a Saturday afternoon our only option was to buy another Dodge. We purchased a 2004 Grand Caravan. I have a diary of everything that has ever been done to my van. It was very well kept. Josh a machanic with whitten Dodge went over the whole car and found the transmission differencial pin (that holds the spide gears) in the transmission fell out. This pin along with the spider gears totaled the transmission and engine. Due to this unfortunate accident we got nothing for the car. In closing, I want to say that we were so lucky that we were not smeared on the highway. We strongly feel that major restitution is due in this serious situation. Now I have a 04 Grand Caravan, should I be wary of this van? we would appreciate your immediate attention to this serious problem.

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While driving consumer heard a loud noise coming from underneath the vehicle. Consumer was able to pull over. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that transmission blew out, and needed to be replaced.

Transaxle pin slipped out of position and ripped transmission case open. Transmision was destroyed. Fluid drained out in local driveway. Ealership says will cost $3,100 to $3,400 to replace transmision with, not a new one, but a Chrysler rebuilt transmision. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3 years old . . . 71,000 miles . . . When tranny busted. Dealership preformed $150. 00 powerflush to transmision 1 1/2 years ago with superior fluid that was avert any problems due to original equipment fluid not recomended because of not being good enough. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ amy whitford stopped van in the middle of the road when she thought she hit something (the noise of the transmision pin breaking through the case) and got out in traffic walking around vehicle with 3 young children inside. She noticed fluid on ground and pulled into nearest driveway, where remainder of fluid ran out. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I am outrage to find that thousands of these exact falures happen with these Chrysler automatic transmisions and continue. The consumer pays the $3,300 price for these known defects after they tear the transmision apart. These failures are dangerous and only ignored because it will cost the manufacturer instead of me. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Chrysler has made a blunder here and wants me to pay for it. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ cameron r. Whitford ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ whitfordcr@bluefrog. Com please email with any assistance. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ how do I get Chrysler to own up to this customer nightmare. I will do anything!.

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While driving 25 mph a loud noise came from underneath vehicle, and then vehicle stopped moving while engine was still running. Dealer was notified. Dealer found broken pin possibly with the transmission.

Complete failure of transmission--banging noise while driving 25mph; $2000 to fix.

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While driving in reverse transmission was making a lot of noise. Then took vehicle to dealer and transmission had to be rebuilt. Second time transmission could not be put in reverse and had to be replaced.

Transmission would start to make a loud noise. Also, vehicle would start jerking while consumer was driving.

Consumer was driving about 45mph when she heard a big banging noise. Van did not move any more. She had the van towed, and was told transmission was gone.

Poor quality of repair at outstate dealership. Southern dealership had not been this type of failure. When arriving back in homestaed (michigan) dealer van was purchased thru stated common occurance and has seen the failure before. Has to take van back for more repairs as flex-plate shipped with rebuilt transmission was not installed with replacement transmission. Vehicle developed imbalance when placed in park so severe steering wheel shook. Also developed cluncking noise when started or engine shut off. Still at colonial Dodge inc. (810-778-1800 being diagnosed.

Transmission gears failed, causing vehicle stalling and noise.

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While driving 45-50 mph the consumer hear a loud banging noise. The consumer pulled and turned off the engine. When the vehicle was restarted it began making a loud noise. It was later determined that the transmission had to be replaced.

While driving a loud noise came from the front of the vehicle. The driver pulled over and was unable to move the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated that the transmission had to be replaced.