10 Common Problems Of A Dodge Grand Caravan (2014-2020)

[@eddiea3782]

I have been driving a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SE for the last 10 years. No issues whatsoever. Great car. But I am a maintenance nut. All fluids look like brand new all of the time. Tire rotations, trans service, brakes. I do it all early and regularly. I am the only one to ever service this vehicle from day one. The car has not seen a dealership since I bought it. I don't let anyone touch my van and she's strong, quiet and dependable.

[@NCLme]

Wow way to go

[@peterbond5594]

Bought my 2013 in 2015. It’s my wife’s wheelchair transport. With 54,000miles, it needs a new transmission. Also, the drivers side headrest deployed the other day for no reason. It will cost around $700 to replace.

[@francismarcoux1985]

I'm driving a 2016 grand caravan and I have no problem at all after 170 000 km. The only repair i have done is replacing the break pads at 140 000 km. I ve got a really good car.

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

Here we go again Brake Pads. Brakes stop you Break means it is broken. This is all the time. Why can't people get this right?

[@jean-charlesplante7027]

@@scrambler69-xk3kvgive him a break..😂

[@amberking1434]

I'm on my third transmission and my only has 250000 miles. It's also a 2018 turns out. The computer was bad and the shop just kept telling me. I needed a transmission when in all actuality. I just needed a computer.

[@derihansilva3744]

Same. But a gas eater

[@kcMan7938]

maintenance is key with all vehicles , but Parts cost is way less with mopar vehicles .

[@leewaymodels]

Kind of funny that all those defects are at the end of the production run of the vehicle that started in 2008!

[@macfady2181]

The video didn't include the most widely known problems with the caravan, specifically the oil filter housing and the cam followers. That said, I've had 11 vehicles from 9 different manufacturers over the years, and our 2013 Caravan is the most reliable vehicle of the lot. It has 265k Atlantic Canada kms on it now and it's still in great shape.

[@BillRupp-h4x]

You forgot that "quirky shifting" trans and all of the DGCV's having that annoying rear left rattle over bumps. We've had 4 of them in our fleet now and all 4 had the same pesky issue with the cam roller bearings wiping out cam lobes round 200K. 1 to 2 day fix, but a pricey fix for new cam(s) and all new rockers/lifters. Other issue (the we've never had) is the "clutches" on the alternators. OEM brakes were another issue but we learned early on to get the "high carbon" ones from AZ or better yet the slotted/cross drilled ones for the front and have yet to have any warped rotors even under the worst of braking. My biggest complaint.... THE QUIT MAKING THEM!

[@Sam-656]

My 2016 had a bad lifter leading to low oil pressure at idle (4-5 psi). Also rocker arms that ate up the cams.

[@Universal.G]

2019 DGC here. 100000km. My only issue is cracked vinyl on the drivers seat, and the common paint bubbles on the aluminum hood. Aside from that so far so good. Love this thing.

[@cplinstructor]

Misleading title. This is not in anyway “10 common problems,” this is just a list of recalls. Check your VIN to see if it has any pending unresolved recalls. Don’t see any? Then you don’t have any of these “common problems.” This video is pointless click bait.

[@DJ-sr9yq]

As a mechanic. Thank you dodge! you've made me alot of money.

[@naturewithin9]

Ty for educating US.. I had to get my Oil Pump replaced twice within 2 yrs on a 2014 where it had $ 36,000 kms when I got it in 2022 (1st time $3,000 & now (Feb. 24/24) it is warrantied with Dodge). Should I b requesting my $3,000 back ?

[@millslane8803]

I have a 2010 dodge grand caravan SE, 200,000 kms , Is there anybody with this problem, I stereo, disk player works fine, however I have this happen everyday, if you can remember what a VCR machine sounded like , I have 3 separate sounds, but does not seem to be coming from disk area, sounds coming from deeper into dash, any help with suggestions greatly appreciated, I may have to take to remove dash,

[@dandyfunhouse]

Missed a few. Plastic oil cooler housing prone to failure (and buried under upper and lower intakes). Also plastic y splitters in the heater hoses very prone to failure.

[@cliffhamilton2857]

The 2008 era Grand Caravan 3.8 is also notorious for plastic y splitter failure of the coolant hoses, thought they would have learned.

[@RealKansasMan]

The oil cooling sending unit on my 2011 Dodge Caravan failed last winter. At first I thought my engine block had cracked wide open due to the large amounts of oil running down the side of the engine and all over the top of the transmission. When I would drive, it would leave a trail of oil wherever I went, especially when taking turns. Thankfully, I had got it replaced and no issues since.

[@dandyfunhouse]

@@RealKansasMan I had that happen and it was so bad I lost all my oil. Had it towed to the shop who replaced the cooler. One month later I developed engine tick from the roller bearings probably as a result of them being starved of oil for that brief moment. Van lasted another year like that before the transmission went.

[@RealKansasMan]

@dandyfunhouse That sucks. Thankfully, my engine remained good after the repair.

[@dandyfunhouse]

@@RealKansasMan got to just under 300k miles which I can't complain about

[@robertlivingston360]

A number of years ago I found a problem with a 1996 Plymouth electrical system. It caught on fire just down the street from work.Luckily, I had an available fire extinguisher to fight it right away. Problem was that it kept re-igniting. Luckily, I also had a wrench set available to disconnect the battery. The last shot from the fire extinguisher got it out. My garage-man replaced the wiring harness and in the process discovered the cause. There was a metal tie-down clip on the alternator that had slowly melted though the wire insulation on the heavy guage wire going directly to the battery. I contacted the Canadian Transportation Safety Department in Ottawa and they had me ship the burnt harness to them for analysis. Turns out that they had many engine fires on that model and thought that it was due to a fuel leak. But there had also been fires while parked overnight and even in owers garages. Turns out that few of these Caravans were still on the road and they couldn't justify a re-call.

[@johncao4819]

I got 13 Dodge Grand Caravan for my son, now the vehicle more than 200 thousand miles already, except for maintenance, we had to replace 1 battery and a Torque converter. Still run good now. Lucky 😂😂😂

[@iifonz]

2017, Grand Caravan GT, no mayor issues near 100k miles. Only some minor parts issues that my extended warranty covered.

[@muhammadalitipu993]

i have 2016 dodge caravan break and rotors issue.have to replace twice a year.getting boiling hot after 20 min city drive. changed all calipers, rotors,flex hoses & fluid excpet master cylinder 😢😢

[@Sam-656]

I hope you changed your thermostat first and bled it afterwards. Then onto your waterpump.

[@theyuha]

So instead of casual Friday they allow pot in the factory? How can so many mistakes or blunders happen?

[@siklawolfy3325]

I have driven probably dozens of these at work for transportation service they aren't that bad they do require some maintenance but honestly nothing crazy The two main issues that come up frequently with them are running hot and I've never driven one with a transmission that felt like it was functioning properly

[@BillRupp-h4x]

BASED. That same 6 speed trans is in all 4 of our DGV's well as my wife's Avenger and all of them are HORRIBLE. Dealer did a re-map on the 2012 Avenger not to long after we got it and it did no good. Even the stealerships will tell you these trannies were always crappy shifters and often problematic. Knock on wood we've never dropped one, but them damn failing needle bearings on the valvetrain rockers that ALL go bad round the 200K mark wiping cam lobes out. Gotten to be an expert on changing them and it is irritating!

[@skipbellon2755]

I have driven my two Grand Caravans over 200,000 miles each. I had to replace the fuel pump on one and an A/C compressor on the other one. They both ran great and were dependable cars. Caravans are my favorite car... I'm buying a 2020 Caravan next month. They should have never stopped making them... also, they maintain their resale value better than most cars.

[@sas7388]

They still making them for canadian market.

[@KinglagosFam]

I have 2015 caravan and beside hitting a moose it was still able to drive to my house witch was another 30 minutes away. It still runs great love my van took my family through blizzards, winter studded tire is the way to go

[@alebr2464]

I bought a Dodge Grand caravan At the auction, the exchange rate is not passing the march He engages the neutral and the drive all right but when he goes to walk he doesn't change the gear it's only in second gear. Can someone help me?

[@russlong7175]

My current caravan is a 2010 with 125000 miles. A great van

[@deanjagger1190]

Is there any recalls on my 2014 Chrystler Town and Country Van that you know of please???

[@4Mamie4]

2019 dodge caravan that stops alot and hesitate while driving because engine light doesn't come on I'm unable to get it diagnosed.

[@curth6094]

Mine is the transmission being bad at 112k

[@user-ez3il1yy6i]

My 2002 Ford Winstar Is More Reliable Than My 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Any Day Of The Week And It's Over 21 Years Old . 💯%

[@elizabethjackson3744]

I purchased my 2018 dodge caravan SE 10 months ago and today it started making a whining noise under the hood then it wouldn't drive unless I turned it off to get a little power the incline was a problem

[@MuhammadKhan-dn9zd]

I have a 2016 grand caravan, first owner, got 135000 km, I recently have Transmission problem on my vehicle, checked with dealership they said my vin is not included in the recall for Transmission issue recall S44, so I ended up spending $7000 on my vehicle...

[@Robert-vh9tn]

I have 2 van 2012 and 2016 Only have some small problem . I keep on time change oil.

[@philbuell6657]

Nothing mentioned about the engineering flaw of the radiator, the oil cooler assembly failures, the lifter recall, the heater hose y fittings, or the 62te transmission problems, to name a few. I own a 2014 with 173k and it has been a great vehicle, tranny gave out at 163k($3500) and just had to replace/upgrade the oil cooler assembly with an aluminum assembly($700) because it was leaking from the oil pressure sending unit plug itself.

[@scrappychildhood6633]

What can be fixed in the after market

[@Vexulus]

I smell gas on heavy acceleration mechanic said it was normal is it ?

[@MaxTheCarGuy]

If you smell gasoline during heavy acceleration in your Dodge Grand Caravan, it is not normal and should be investigated further by a qualified mechanic. While there are some mild fuel smells that may be considered normal under certain circumstances, such as on a hot day when the fuel has expanded, a strong gasoline smell during acceleration is a cause for concern. A gasoline odor may indicate a fuel leak or an issue with the fuel system that could potentially lead to a fire or other serious safety hazards.

[@johnuzun981]

Kinda late, but I have the same issue with mine, I haven't had any problems so far and the car is already at 260k miles.

[@Vexulus]

@johnuzun981 so I've noticed when I use e85 there is no smell

[@cliffhamilton2857]

​@@Vexuluse85 doesn't smell as strongly as standard fuel and has a slightly sweet smell

[@cliffhamilton2857]

@Vexulus do you have a check engine light for an o2 sensor? Might be running rich and I currently have an o2 sensor failure message on mine.

[@sluggJB]

I have a 2011 DGC and had to replace my front rotors 3 times from warping. The braking power is not sufficient for the weight of the vehicle and they tend to overheat. Other than that, best vehicle I ever owned. Still runs and looks great at 260k km.

[@kirkdarling4120]

Had that problem on a 2012. Totally resolved it with a Power Stop K3118-36 Front Z36 Truck & Tow Brake Kit. Quiet, smooth, and powerful braking. Almost no dust. Totally satisfied.

[@muhammadalitipu993]

​@kirkdarling4120 may I know what is power stop. I am facing same issue in my 2016 DGC.over heating .lugs Boling hot

[@victormejia512]

Also seats have recall when adjusting will give you wiplash

[@Adzeoda]

Hood failure thing is really scary

[@voice2skull.]

Happened to me once driving down the highway. I was in my 1987 full size Chevy K5 Blazer 350... 6" lift 36" swampers. The hood popped up smashed against my roof and I had to stick my head out my window to see so I could pull over. Was pissed.

[@siklawolfy3325]

I'm betting that only happened to one person and that it had prior accident damage That was done incorrectly I had never heard of that one of these

[@ahmedalaugley9536]

We have a problem with the speedometer and the total speedometer turns off suddenly and comes on suddenly sometimes

[@MaxTheCarGuy]

It sounds like there may be an issue with the speed sensor or the wiring connecting the sensor to the speedometer. The speed sensor is a small device located on the transmission or transaxle that sends a signal to the speedometer to display the vehicle's speed. When the sensor or wiring becomes faulty, it can cause intermittent problems like the speedometer turning off and on suddenly. This issue can also cause inaccurate speedometer readings or a speedometer that doesn't work at all.

[@sadeqbasha9034]

Ive had this van for 6 months now ir 120k miles, started to shuts off when hard brakes in the stop sign or light sign dont know whats the problem

[@seanlo8330]

My 2017, Im getting a new oil cooler and new washer fluid pump

[@ericschultz1073]

How in the hell do you make a brake caliper out of the wrong material? Thats real low. Very sad

[@russlong7175]

The inly issues I've had vwith 4 caravans is the the head gasket on 3.0 engine. They all went 200k miles

[@joiefaciane8135]

Well happy for ALL of you who aren’t having issues.😢 But I’m having issues with my 2017😢 some of which were mentioned here!!😱😭😭

[@Apphus144]

I have a 2019 Caravan GT, nothing wrong so far

[@BillRupp-h4x]

2015 SE, 2016SE, 2018 SE and 2020GT..... All been great with only issues being crappy OEM rotors and needle bearings on the rockers going round the 200K mark and wiping out cam lobes. Aftermarket high carbon or front crossed drilled/slotted rotors and the upgraded rockers round 185K, and WELLA.... 3 of the 4 trucks now have 300K on them.

[@udmbfckx2916]

Lets rule out the years as per the problems presented as per the video order and removed duplicates. 2016(1), 2019(2), 2017-2018(1), 2014-2016 (1) - fire extinguisher?, 2016 recall windshield other years, 2018-2019, 2015 (1), 2016 and prior? Recall for oil pump. Apparently 2017 is the better one or 2020??

[@tomwoehle3519]

Had two of them awsome vehicles

[@paulthomasshepherd5156]

American or Canadian made issue differences??

[@BillRupp-h4x]

They all go down the same assembly Line I believe.

[@diversity2739]

Thanks

[@samb.7395]

Perhaps the worst transmission ever made

[@Bushcraft242]

Getting rid of my 2016 dodge grand caravan with 80,000 kl brakes engine wheel alignment spark plugs rust on bottom

[@MrJerobona]

So, a 2013 is safe?

[@worshipwarrior12]

Second owner of my 2014 DGC. Only issue is a very small leak on the main seal and in at 215000 kms This video was pretty ominous haha. Hope I do t run into any of these issues. Cheers.

[@mjsteelersnation]

Don't buy without saying don't buy this van

[@derihansilva3744]

Has y’all windows dropped?

[@johnuzun981]

gee I sure am glad I have a 2013

[@YouVidTuber]

Same here, must not have any of these problems But actually some of the 2013 cars do have some different problems that are a bit more serious...like the fact that some of them have the airbags programmed wrong and will deply the wrong side in a crash

[@Mindyobiz-x1g]

I had a 2016 67,000 miles three bad motors ,three bad computers battery replacement every month blower motors tail lights flywheel cracked in half transmission replaced once 13,000 in repairs noone would take it in on trade leaving the shop it broke down again I left it on the side of the road with the title an a big lemon on it I will never buy a Chrysler again car an driver named it the lemon tree of rove ranger

[@SharpLife4]

These seem, like big and issues

[@kittycatsrulecars_playz]

Well I have a 2020 dodge caravan

[@richardbraun2567]

I'm in my 80s and over the years have had more Fords than all the other brands together. My last two Fords were so bad that I decided I would never buy another Ford (Tempo and Topas) several of my kids had Tauruses. All nice cars but frequency of repair was awful, the Tempo was the worst car I have eveer owned. . arround 2001 we boiught our first (used) Dodge caravan sold it at 180,000 miles (awesome little car) and bought a 2016 caravan plus in 2003 we bought a new Dodge ram. All three have been excellent trouble free cars, better than any of the Fords we owned in the past. We love our 2016 caravan . It just turned over 100,000 miles and has been completely trouble free. This video sounds kind of fishy to me.

[@lendaryreviews]

😂😂😂mine just reach 200k 1gen ! Of 2012 … before Obama made the law and dodge change to different oils ! Mine is still quieter then and older ! Make no sense ! 😂

[@lockskeys836]

L

[@MANZANOADRIAN]

2018 2019 suck