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11 reportsClear category filter65,000 miles · Aug 4, 2014
Electrical SystemVisibility
I HAVE NOTICED THAT THE REAR A/C BLOWS HOT AIR WHILE IT IS SET ON THE A/C POSITION. AT THAT TIME MY KIDS; 2 YEARS OLD, 5 YEARS OLD WHERE APPARENTLY SWEATING AND DID NOT KNOW IT WAS NOT NORMAL WHILE THE 12 YEARS OLD KEPT REPEATEDLY SAYING IT IS WARM HERE AT THE BACK. I INSPECTED WHY IT IS WARM AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AC BLOWS…
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I HAVE NOTICED THAT THE REAR A/C BLOWS HOT AIR WHILE IT IS SET ON THE A/C POSITION. AT THAT TIME MY KIDS; 2 YEARS OLD, 5 YEARS OLD WHERE APPARENTLY SWEATING AND DID NOT KNOW IT WAS NOT NORMAL WHILE THE 12 YEARS OLD KEPT REPEATEDLY SAYING IT IS WARM HERE AT THE BACK. I INSPECTED WHY IT IS WARM AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AC BLOWS WARM AIR ON A/C POSITION WHILE THE FRONT A/C IS BLOWING COLD AIR. FIRST, I THOUGHT IT IS THE REAR A/C BLEND DOOR BUT IT IS THE "EXPANSION VALVE" IT HAS VISIBLE CORROSION AND IT IS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR RIGHT WHEEL FENDER WHERE IT IS SUBJECTED TO DIRT, SALT AND ROAD DEBRIS...I THINK DODGE/CHRYSLER NEEDS TO FIX THESE DESIGN ISSUE SINCE THIS COULD BE A FATAL ISSUE IF I DID NOT KNOW IT AND THE OLDER KID NEVER COMPLAINT ABOUT IT. SINCE THEN, I HAVE ONLY USED THE FRONT AC AND CHRYSLER CHARGE A FORTUNE TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION IF YOU ARE TRAVELING ON A LONG DRIVE. IT IS THE EQUIVALENT OF LEAVING YOUR CHILD IN A HOT CAR ON A WARM DAYS OF SUMMER SPECIALLY IN JULY. I HOPE WE CAN CONSIDER THIS TO BE A RECALL. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10618766
75,024 miles · Aug 6, 2013
Visibility
2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN V6 3.8L ENGINE, 75K MILES, VEHICLE HAS REAR AC/HEATER BLOWER OPTION. THE Y HEATER HOSE, DEALER PART 4677603AK, IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT START LEAKING COOLANT AT THE RUBBER HOSE CONNECTION & THE Y PVC, COOLANT WAS DRIPPING ON THE EXHAUST SHIELD BACK OF THE ENGINE CLOSE TO THE DOUBLE WALL. AT THAT TIME I…
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2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN V6 3.8L ENGINE, 75K MILES, VEHICLE HAS REAR AC/HEATER BLOWER OPTION. THE Y HEATER HOSE, DEALER PART 4677603AK, IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT START LEAKING COOLANT AT THE RUBBER HOSE CONNECTION & THE Y PVC, COOLANT WAS DRIPPING ON THE EXHAUST SHIELD BACK OF THE ENGINE CLOSE TO THE DOUBLE WALL. AT THAT TIME I HAVE BEEN IN SLOW TRAFFIC FOR AT LEAST 30 MIN WHEN I NOTICED A BURNING SMELL COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, BUT COOLANT WAS STILL KEEP DRIPPING FOR A WHILE, HAD THE HOOD OPEN AND TRIED TO VENT OUT ENGINE COMPARTMENT PREVENTING A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. HOME I REPLACED THE BAD HEATER HOSE WITH A NEW ONE PURCHASED FROM NAPA AUTO PARTS, PART NO 16599. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10533797
13,492 miles · Jun 18, 2013
Engine And Engine CoolingVisibility
AIR CONDITIONING BLOWING HOT AIR. SINCE 09/10/09, I HAVE HAD THE AIR CONDITIONER REPAIRED FIVE TIMES.THE LAST REPAIR ON O5/21/13 I'M TIRED OF THE EXPENSE THAT I CAN'T AFFORD ANYMORE BEING A RETIRED 73 YR. OLD WIDOW. I PUT MINIMUM MILES ON THE VAN . THE MILEAGE TO DATE(06/18/13) IS ONLY 29247. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10520382
117,000 miles · Feb 26, 2013
Electrical SystemVisibility
TURNED ON IGNITION AND WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE WARNING LIGHTS ALL FLASH ON AND ALL GAUGES GO TO 0 AND WIPERS ARE GOING AS WELL, WITH THE WIPERS TURNED OFF..ALSO THE FRONT WINDOWS DON'T GO UP OR DOWN.. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10500200
24,000 miles · Apr 13, 2012
Electrical SystemVisibility
JUST AFTER PARKING VAN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT CRAZY. THE FRONT WIPERS STARTED WIPING, THE WIPER FLUID DEPLOYED, THE HORN SOUNDED. I TURNED OFF CAR AND REMOVED THE KEY. EVERYTHING CONTINUED TO RUN. AT A LOSS I GOT BACK IN, TURNED IT ON AND DROVE IT OUT OF THE GARAGE WHERE THE NOISE WOULDN'T BE SO LOUD. AGAIN I REMOVED THE…
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JUST AFTER PARKING VAN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT CRAZY. THE FRONT WIPERS STARTED WIPING, THE WIPER FLUID DEPLOYED, THE HORN SOUNDED. I TURNED OFF CAR AND REMOVED THE KEY. EVERYTHING CONTINUED TO RUN. AT A LOSS I GOT BACK IN, TURNED IT ON AND DROVE IT OUT OF THE GARAGE WHERE THE NOISE WOULDN'T BE SO LOUD. AGAIN I REMOVED THE KEY. I POPPED THE HOOD, THINKING IF ALL ELSE FAILS, I COULD PULL THE BATTERY. I SAW THE FUSE BOX BY THE BATTERY (I HAVE SINCE LOOKED UP THAT IT IS THE TIPM) AND I SMACKED IT HARD WITH MY PALM. THE CAR SHUT UP. SEVERAL MONTHS LATER IT DID A SIMILAR BEHAVIOR, AGAIN WHILE NOT MOVING. STILL SEVERAL MONTHS AFTER THAT IT DID IT AGAIN, THIS TIME WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WIPERS, HORN, WASHER FLUID WHOLE DEAL. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER AND SAFELY STOP THE CAR. BEFORE I COULD GET OUT THE CAR STOPPED ITS BEHAVIOR. SINCE THEN I HAVE ALSO HAD OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, HORN ATTEMPTING TO SOUND ON ITS OWN, BUT NO WIPERS, TRANSMISSION IN "LIMP MODE" WHERE IT WON'T GET OUT OF SECOND GEAR, AND FRONT BLOWER MOTOR INTERMITTENTLY RUNNING/NOT RUNNING. OFTEN STOPPING CAR AND OPENING DOOR, AND RESTARTING CAR FIXES IT, BUT MORE RECENTLY NOT SO MUCH. I REPORTED FIRST INCIDENT TO DEALER, BUT THEY FOUND NOTHING. I HAVE REPORTED FURTHER INCIDENTS AND NOW THAT I AM OUT OF WARRANTY THEY ARE ADVISING ME IT IS THE TIPM (FUSE BOX) AND REPLACEMENT COST IS $800 AND IT MAY NOT FIX MY PROBLEM. BECAUSE IT IS INTERMITTENT THEY CLAIM NOT TO BE ABLE TO DIAGNOSE THEMSELVES. I WOULD HATE TO HAVE THE WIPER HORN FLUID COMBO HAPPEN ON THE HIGHWAY. CAN BE DANGEROUS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10455229
61,000 miles · Feb 22, 2012
Electrical SystemExterior LightingVisibility
ON 4 OCCASIONS OUR 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN HAS GONE INTO A MODE WHERE THE LIGHTS FLASH, THE HORN HONKS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON, WASHER FLUID SQUIRTS OUT, AND THE DOORS LOCK. WHEN MOVING, IT ALSO APPEARS TO DOWNSHIFT TO LOWER GEAR. ONCE IT STARTS, IT APPEARS THE ONLY WAY TO STOP IT IS TO LET IT RUN ITS COURSE WHICH CAN …
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ON 4 OCCASIONS OUR 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN HAS GONE INTO A MODE WHERE THE LIGHTS FLASH, THE HORN HONKS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON, WASHER FLUID SQUIRTS OUT, AND THE DOORS LOCK. WHEN MOVING, IT ALSO APPEARS TO DOWNSHIFT TO LOWER GEAR. ONCE IT STARTS, IT APPEARS THE ONLY WAY TO STOP IT IS TO LET IT RUN ITS COURSE WHICH CAN TAKE UP TO 10 MINUTES (DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY DID NOT MAKE IT STOP). DURING THE TIME IT IS HAPPENING THE KEY FOB DOES NOT WORK. OF THE 4 TIMES IT HAS HAPPENED, IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE WHILE DRIVING AND TWICE WHILE SITTING STILL (ONCE WITH KEY IN IGNITION AND ONCE WITHOUT). I HAVE IT AT THE DEALER AND SO FAR IN 2 DAYS THEY HAVE NOT FOUND ANYTHING WRONG. THERE ARE LITERALLY HUNDREDS OF OTHER PEOPLE WITH 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVANS WHO HAVE THIS EXACT SAME OR SIMILAR ISSUE. THIS IS A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ISSUE IF YOU HAPPEN TO BE MOVING WHEN IT HAPPENS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10448979
Mileage unknown · Feb 9, 2011
Electrical SystemEngine And Engine CoolingEquipment
2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. CONSUMER STATES THERE HAVE BEEN FIVE RECALLS FOR HER VEHICLE AND HAD PROBLEMS BEFORE THE RECALLS WERE ANNOUNCED. SHE WOULD LIKE TO TERMINATE HER LEASE EARLY. *KB IN JUNE 2009, THE VEHICLE NEEDED NEW FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AT ONLY 15,000 AND AGAIN IN AUGUST 2010. IN THE SPRING, THE VEHICLE HAD NO …
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2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. CONSUMER STATES THERE HAVE BEEN FIVE RECALLS FOR HER VEHICLE AND HAD PROBLEMS BEFORE THE RECALLS WERE ANNOUNCED. SHE WOULD LIKE TO TERMINATE HER LEASE EARLY. *KB IN JUNE 2009, THE VEHICLE NEEDED NEW FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AT ONLY 15,000 AND AGAIN IN AUGUST 2010. IN THE SPRING, THE VEHICLE HAD NO AIR CONDITION. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE PART WAS MANUFACTURED TOO SHORT AND FROZE DURING THE WINTER, WHICH CAUSED FLUID TO LEAK OUT. THE PROBLEM WAS RESOLVED AFTER 3 WEEKS. IN JUNE 2010, THE SAME HOSE RUPTURED AND AGAIN THE CONSUMER WAS LEFT WITH NO A/C. THE RADIATOR CAP HAD TO BE REPAIRED WHICH WAS WHY THE CONSUMER HAD TO KEEP ADDING COOLANT. THE WASHER FLUID SENSOR WAS NOT WORKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN AUGUST 2010, THE POWER SLIDING DOOR STOPPED FUNCTIONING FOR DAYS. WHEN THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND A PROBLEM. HOWEVER, TWO MONTHS LATER A RECALL WAS ISSUED. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE ALSO EXPERIENCED POWER FAILURES WITH THE VEHICLE. EACH TIME THE PROBLEM OCCURRED THE ENGINE WOULD RUN, BUT NOTHING ELSE IN THE VEHICLE WORKED, SUCH AS THE WINDOWS, LOCKS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND INTERIOR LIGHTS ETC. THE PROBLEM WAS SPORADIC AND EACH TIME THE CONSUMER WENT TO THE DEALER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10380676
43,000 miles · Sep 27, 2010
Electrical SystemExterior LightingInterior Lighting
WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED & TURNED OFF WITH NO ONE NEAR THE VAN, THE ENGINE STARTS, THE HORN STARTS BLARING, THE WIPERS TURN ON FULL BLAST, THE WIPER FLUID SHOOTS OUT, AND LIGHTS WONT WORK! AT FIRST, WE COULD DISCONNECT BATTERY OR RELAY & IT WOULD STOP. THE LAST TIME, WE HAD TO DISCONNECT ALTERNATOR. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSU…
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WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED & TURNED OFF WITH NO ONE NEAR THE VAN, THE ENGINE STARTS, THE HORN STARTS BLARING, THE WIPERS TURN ON FULL BLAST, THE WIPER FLUID SHOOTS OUT, AND LIGHTS WONT WORK! AT FIRST, WE COULD DISCONNECT BATTERY OR RELAY & IT WOULD STOP. THE LAST TIME, WE HAD TO DISCONNECT ALTERNATOR. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE! *TR
NHTSA ODI #10357784
44,000 miles · Jul 6, 2010
Visibility
2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN DESIGN FLAW CAUSES LINES TO CORRODE DUE TO EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONING TO FAIL. THE FAILURE OF THE AIR CONDITIONING DUE TO THE DESIGN FLAW ALSO CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO HAVE NOT WINDOW DEFOGGING CAPABILITIES, THUS IMPAIRING THE DRIVERS ABILITY TO SEE THE ROAD. INSTEAD OF HAVING T…
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2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN DESIGN FLAW CAUSES LINES TO CORRODE DUE TO EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONING TO FAIL. THE FAILURE OF THE AIR CONDITIONING DUE TO THE DESIGN FLAW ALSO CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO HAVE NOT WINDOW DEFOGGING CAPABILITIES, THUS IMPAIRING THE DRIVERS ABILITY TO SEE THE ROAD. INSTEAD OF HAVING THE REAR AND FRONT WINDOWS DEFOGGED USING THE AC VENTS YOU MUST STOP AND WIPE WITH A CLOTH OR JUST CEASE DRIVING ALTOGETHER; THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE DURING WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE IN THE RAIN. THE DESIGN FLAW CAUSING THE AIR CONDITIONING TO FAIL ALSO POSES A HEALTH RISK TO THOSE TRAVELING WITHIN THE VEHICLE IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES SUCH AS ARE NOW BEING EXPERIENCED THROUGHOUT THE NORTHEAST. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10341576
24,000 miles · Dec 14, 2009
Visibility
DURING THE WINTER LAST JANUARY 2009, I DROVE FROM KENOSHA WI TO MINNEAPOLIS MN. IT WAS THE NEW YEAR WEEKEND AND ON THE TRIP BACK, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD BECAME CAKED WITH FROST ON THE BOTTOM. MOSTLY OUTSIDE. THE DEFROSTERS DID NOT CLEAR THE BOTTOM 6 - 8 INCHES OF THE WINDSHIELD. THIS CAUSES TWO PROBLEMS, ONE THE FROST STARTS TO BU…
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DURING THE WINTER LAST JANUARY 2009, I DROVE FROM KENOSHA WI TO MINNEAPOLIS MN. IT WAS THE NEW YEAR WEEKEND AND ON THE TRIP BACK, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD BECAME CAKED WITH FROST ON THE BOTTOM. MOSTLY OUTSIDE. THE DEFROSTERS DID NOT CLEAR THE BOTTOM 6 - 8 INCHES OF THE WINDSHIELD. THIS CAUSES TWO PROBLEMS, ONE THE FROST STARTS TO BUILD ON THE INSIDE AND BEGINS TO DRIP AND THERE IS WATER ON YOUR DASH, SECOND BECAUSE THE OUTSIDE IS CAKED YOUR WIPERS BEGIN TO FREEZE UP. EVEN IF YOU CLEAN IT RECURS QUICKLY. THE WIPERS BEING CAKED CAUSES THEM NOT TO WORK WELL CLEARING THEY JUST PRODUCE WATER STREAKS ACROSS YOUR WINDSHIELD, YOUR VISION BECOMES MORE AND MORE OBSTRUCTED BECAUSE THEY CAN;T WORK. I CALLED MY CHRYSLER DEALER AND HE SAID THEY WOULD ADDRESS THE NEXT TIME I COME IN. I CAM IN THIS FALL BECAUSE I WANTED TO BE ABLE TO SHOW THEM IT HAPPENING. THEY NOW STATE THAT ALL THE DODGE VANS ARE LIKE THAT AND THEY CANNOT ADDRESS IT. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10295613
Official recalls
8Jul 7, 2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
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Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
Jan 29, 2016
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S07.
Jun 26, 2014
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
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Air Bags
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
Electrical System:ignition:switch
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
Feb 11, 2014
Freedom Motors Inc., (Freedom Motors) of Savaria Vehicle Group (formerly The Liberty Motor Company) is recalling one model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan and certain model year 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country wheelchair accessible vehicles modified by The Liberty Motor Company from February 2008 through January 2011. Over time and with use, the vehicle's rear axle may develop cracks which could lead to axle failure.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Freedom Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2014. Owners can contact Freedom Motors at 1-800-561-9600. Freedom Motors' number for this recall is ENGF0216-3.
Aug 3, 2011
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) CONDENSATE LEAK FROM THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET ONTO THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL (ORC) MODULE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO THE ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: AN INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN FRONT OF THE DEPLOYING AIRBAG AND/OR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Additional source detail variants (3)
Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) CONDENSATE LEAK FROM THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET ONTO THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL (ORC) MODULE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO THE ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: AN INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN FRONT OF THE DEPLOYING AIRBAG AND/OR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control MODULE-INACTIVE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) CONDENSATE LEAK FROM THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET ONTO THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL (ORC) MODULE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO THE ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: AN INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN FRONT OF THE DEPLOYING AIRBAG AND/OR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Air Bags:frontal
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) CONDENSATE LEAK FROM THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET ONTO THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL (ORC) MODULE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO THE ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence: AN INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN FRONT OF THE DEPLOYING AIRBAG AND/OR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Dec 8, 2010
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WATER LEAK At THE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) DRAIN GROMMET WHICH CAN LEAD TO ILLUMINATION OF AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: AN INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN FRONT OF THE DEPLOYING AIRBAG AND/OR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Jun 3, 2010
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 2007 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2009. SOME OF THE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED WIRE HARNESS THAT MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE THE LOWER SLIDING DOOR HINGE BRACKET CAN MAKE CONTACT AND WEAR THROUGH THE WIRE INSULATION.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD OCCUR INSIDE THE SLIDING DOOR, OVERHEATING THE LATCH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
Sep 11, 2009
ELDORADO NATIONAL IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 AMERIVAN MOBILITY VEHICLES BUILT ON CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN PLATFORMS VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE LINES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED AND NOT SECURED PROPERLY DURING THE ALTERATION. IF NOT ROUTED AND SECURED PROPERLY, THE BRAKE LINES COULD RUB AGAINST THE VEHICLE CAUSING A BRAKE FLUID LEAK.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A BRAKE FLUID LEAK COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY, POSSIBLY CAUSING A CRASH.
Remedy: ELDORADO NATIONAL AMERIVAN DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND IF THE BRAKE LINES WERE IMPROPERLY ROUTED THEY WILL BE CORRECTLY REINSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 13, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ELDORADO NATIONAL AT 1-800-955-9086. THESE MINIVANS HAVE BEEN ALTERED INTO WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VEHICLES BY ELDORADO. THIS RECALL IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED BY CHRYSLER GROUP LLC AND WILL NOT BE PERFORMED AT NO COST BY DODGE OR CHRYSLER DEALERS UNLESS THEY ARE ALSO AN ELDORADO NATIONAL DEALER.
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NHTSA investigations
2DP14004 · Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
Opened Sep 25, 2014 · Closed Jul 24, 2015
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Electrical System
In a letter dated August 21, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a defect investigation of alleged failures associated with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) installed in Chrysler SUV?s, trucks, and vans beginning in the 2007 model year. The petitioner alleges that TIPM defects may result in engine stall, airbag non-deployment, failure of fuel pump shutoff resulting in unintended acceleration, fire, and other symptoms. On September 25, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened DP14-004 to evaluate the petition for a grant or deny decision. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by CAS as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. In total, there were 296 complaints submitted by the petitioner in the original petition and five supplements, including 271 complaints related to the subject vehicles equipped with TIPM-7. Approximately 3 percent of CAS complaints are related to vehicles equipped with TIPM-6 and ODI?s review of these complaints did not identify any safety defect trends. ODI conducted a detailed review of complaints narratives submitted by CAS and consumers including careful analysis of vehicle repair histories, warranty claims obtained from the manufacturer and any available Customer Assistance Inquiry reports (CAIR). Analysis of the field data indicated that MY2011-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles exhibited significantly higher complaint rates related to fuel pump relay (FPR) failures than other subject vehicles. In a September 3, 2014 letter to NHTSA, Chrysler submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the FPR within the TIPM-7 which can result in a no start or stall condition in approximately 188,723 model year (MY) 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) and Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010 through July 20, 2011 (14V-530).In a February 24, 2015 letter, Chrysler submitted a second DIR expanding the scope of the FPR defect condition to include an additional 338,216 MY 2012 through 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured from September 17, 2010 through August 19, 2013 and MY 2012 through 2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 18, 2011 through August 19, 2013 (15V-115).ODI analysis of the CAS allegations of TIPM defects resulting in stall while driving, airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration, fire and other faults identified a single defect condition related to 1 of over 60 different circuits in the TIPM assembly. The most common effect of this defect condition, related to the fuel pump relay, was a no-start concern, but it could also result in stall while driving (76 complaints). No valid evidence was presented in support of claims related to airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration or fire resulting from TIPM faults and these claims were found to be wholly without merit based on review of the field data and design of the relevant systems and components.Except insofar as the petitioner's contentions relate to the defect condition addressed by the Chrysler recalls, the factual bases of the petitioner's contentions that any further investigation is necessary are unsupported. In our view, additional investigation is unlikely to result in a finding that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists or a NHTSA order for the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect as alleged by the petitioner at the conclusion of the requested investigation. Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize NHTSA's limited resources to best accomplish the agency's safety mission, the petition is den
RQ14002 · Air Bag Non-Deployment/Engine Stall
Opened Jun 16, 2014 · Closed Mar 2, 2015
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Air Bags; Electrical System:ignition:module
In March 2011 Chrysler submitted a defect information report for NHTSA Recall No. 11V139 declaring a defect condition that could cause the ignition key to inadvertently move from the RUN to the ACC position on model year (MY) 2010 Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan, and Chrysler Town and Country.The report identified engine stalling as the defect consequence and cited customer complaints and warranty claims, as well as two rear-end collisions, as leading to the recall action.Chrysler determined that a defective WIN module, which is effectively the equivalent of the ignition switch, was the cause of the inadvertent key rotation, and that a new design WIN module would be installed as a remedy.In Spring 2014 ODI conducted outreach to major light vehicle manufacturers regarding ignition key position and its effect on air bag system availability.The outreach was conducted in connection with NHTSA Recall No. 14V047, a recent recall involving inadvertent ignition key rotation and subsequent air bag disablement in certain GM products.During discussions held in April 2014, Chrysler advised ODI that Chrysler air bag systems of this vintage, including the subject vehicles, revert to energy reserve when the ignition key moves to the ACC or OFF position, and that under energy reserve the air bags would only be available for a short period, approximately two tenths of a second (ODI notes this consequence was not identified in the 11V139 recall report).A review of the ODI consumer database conducted after the April 2014 discussions identified complaints alleging that MY 2008-2009 vehicles may have a similar defect as the MY 2010 vehicles, and that some MY 2010 consumers reported experiencing ignition key position concerns after the 11V139 recall remedy was applied.Accordingly this investigation was opened.In response to ODI?s information request letter, Chrysler reported that MY 2008-2009 subject vehicles used the same design WIN module as the recalled vehicles, and also identified 66 consumer reports and one non-injury crash incident potentially related to inadvertent ignition key rotation.Chrysler?s review of the MY 2010 remedy used in 11V139, which involved installation of a Trim Ring as opposed to replacement of the WIN module, showed the remedy did not adequately address ignition key position concerns, and in some use-cases could cause other systems to operate improperly (radio, instrument panel lighting, HVAC fan motor, etc.).Chrysler subsequently filed multiple defect information reports to 1) add the MY 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country, and the MY 2009 Dodge Journey to the original recall scope, and 2) stating that the complete WIN module would be replaced with a new design component in all recalled vehicles (including those that had the Trim Ring installed during 11V139).Chrysler?s report also advises of constrained remedy parts availability, see NHTSA Recall No. 14V373 for further details.Accordingly, the investigation is closed based on the recall action Chrysler is undertaking.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10584873, 10583399, 10573295, 10566365, 10546805, 10513060, 10509284, 10503121, 10496599, 10475027, 10456099, 10450629, 10443680, 10422766, 10410447, 10409269, 10402947, 10402751, 10402660, 10396943, 10394957, 10356632, 10315972
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Air Bags
In March 2011 Chrysler submitted a defect information report for NHTSA Recall No. 11V139 declaring a defect condition that could cause the ignition key to inadvertently move from the RUN to the ACC position on model year (MY) 2010 Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan, and Chrysler Town and Country.The report identified engine stalling as the defect consequence and cited customer complaints and warranty claims, as well as two rear-end collisions, as leading to the recall action.Chrysler determined that a defective WIN module, which is effectively the equivalent of the ignition switch, was the cause of the inadvertent key rotation, and that a new design WIN module would be installed as a remedy.In Spring 2014 ODI conducted outreach to major light vehicle manufacturers regarding ignition key position and its effect on air bag system availability.The outreach was conducted in connection with NHTSA Recall No. 14V047, a recent recall involving inadvertent ignition key rotation and subsequent air bag disablement in certain GM products.During discussions held in April 2014, Chrysler advised ODI that Chrysler air bag systems of this vintage, including the subject vehicles, revert to energy reserve when the ignition key moves to the ACC or OFF position, and that under energy reserve the air bags would only be available for a short period, approximately two tenths of a second (ODI notes this consequence was not identified in the 11V139 recall report).A review of the ODI consumer database conducted after the April 2014 discussions identified complaints alleging that MY 2008-2009 vehicles may have a similar defect as the MY 2010 vehicles, and that some MY 2010 consumers reported experiencing ignition key position concerns after the 11V139 recall remedy was applied.Accordingly this investigation was opened.In response to ODI?s information request letter, Chrysler reported that MY 2008-2009 subject vehicles used the same design WIN module as the recalled vehicles, and also identified 66 consumer reports and one non-injury crash incident potentially related to inadvertent ignition key rotation.Chrysler?s review of the MY 2010 remedy used in 11V139, which involved installation of a Trim Ring as opposed to replacement of the WIN module, showed the remedy did not adequately address ignition key position concerns, and in some use-cases could cause other systems to operate improperly (radio, instrument panel lighting, HVAC fan motor, etc.).Chrysler subsequently filed multiple defect information reports to 1) add the MY 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country, and the MY 2009 Dodge Journey to the original recall scope, and 2) stating that the complete WIN module would be replaced with a new design component in all recalled vehicles (including those that had the Trim Ring installed during 11V139).Chrysler?s report also advises of constrained remedy parts availability, see NHTSA Recall No. 14V373 for further details.Accordingly, the investigation is closed based on the recall action Chrysler is undertaking.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10584873, 10583399, 10573295, 10566365, 10546805, 10513060, 10509284, 10503121, 10496599, 10475027, 10456099, 10450629, 10443680, 10422766, 10410447, 10409269, 10402947, 10402751, 10402660, 10396943, 10394957, 10356632, 10315972
Electrical System:ignition:module
In March 2011 Chrysler submitted a defect information report for NHTSA Recall No. 11V139 declaring a defect condition that could cause the ignition key to inadvertently move from the RUN to the ACC position on model year (MY) 2010 Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan, and Chrysler Town and Country.The report identified engine stalling as the defect consequence and cited customer complaints and warranty claims, as well as two rear-end collisions, as leading to the recall action.Chrysler determined that a defective WIN module, which is effectively the equivalent of the ignition switch, was the cause of the inadvertent key rotation, and that a new design WIN module would be installed as a remedy.In Spring 2014 ODI conducted outreach to major light vehicle manufacturers regarding ignition key position and its effect on air bag system availability.The outreach was conducted in connection with NHTSA Recall No. 14V047, a recent recall involving inadvertent ignition key rotation and subsequent air bag disablement in certain GM products.During discussions held in April 2014, Chrysler advised ODI that Chrysler air bag systems of this vintage, including the subject vehicles, revert to energy reserve when the ignition key moves to the ACC or OFF position, and that under energy reserve the air bags would only be available for a short period, approximately two tenths of a second (ODI notes this consequence was not identified in the 11V139 recall report).A review of the ODI consumer database conducted after the April 2014 discussions identified complaints alleging that MY 2008-2009 vehicles may have a similar defect as the MY 2010 vehicles, and that some MY 2010 consumers reported experiencing ignition key position concerns after the 11V139 recall remedy was applied.Accordingly this investigation was opened.In response to ODI?s information request letter, Chrysler reported that MY 2008-2009 subject vehicles used the same design WIN module as the recalled vehicles, and also identified 66 consumer reports and one non-injury crash incident potentially related to inadvertent ignition key rotation.Chrysler?s review of the MY 2010 remedy used in 11V139, which involved installation of a Trim Ring as opposed to replacement of the WIN module, showed the remedy did not adequately address ignition key position concerns, and in some use-cases could cause other systems to operate improperly (radio, instrument panel lighting, HVAC fan motor, etc.).Chrysler subsequently filed multiple defect information reports to 1) add the MY 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country, and the MY 2009 Dodge Journey to the original recall scope, and 2) stating that the complete WIN module would be replaced with a new design component in all recalled vehicles (including those that had the Trim Ring installed during 11V139).Chrysler?s report also advises of constrained remedy parts availability, see NHTSA Recall No. 14V373 for further details.Accordingly, the investigation is closed based on the recall action Chrysler is undertaking.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10584873, 10583399, 10573295, 10566365, 10546805, 10513060, 10509284, 10503121, 10496599, 10475027, 10456099, 10450629, 10443680, 10422766, 10410447, 10409269, 10402947, 10402751, 10402660, 10396943, 10394957, 10356632, 10315972
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