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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 Jeep but not Grand Caravan for this particular problem with alternators. Burning smell under the hood of the vehicle coming from the alternator as well.
Tipm issue just recently bought a 2011 Grand Caravan with 107000 miles on it. It began having issues with intermitten starting and the side doors would open while parked. After some quick research I read about the tipm issue that is well known. I found a dealer selling the recall kit used on these, cbwpr091aa - wiring - fuel pump relay. I installed the fuel pump relay and all is better now. I just hope there is not more to this issue.
My van seemed to have a mind of its own. Starting sometimes then more and more often not starting! I went to 4 different mechanics and was repeatedly told that nothing was wrong. Eventually, I was bringing my van into a dealership to fix a recall and while there they told me that my vans tipm is the problem and needs to be replaced! this wouldn't be a problem with me if my extended warranty covered it, it doesn't! this tipm deal cost $1480 dollars! I can't afford anywhere near$1480 dollars and now it's in the shop not starting at all! what can I do" how is this not recalled with so many cases? is there really no one who can help"
Tipm failing. We began having issues with what was thought to be fuel pump and have had the car in the shop to replace the fuel pump without resolution. I was recently driving and had the car shut off on a 55mph zone of a highway with 3 kids plus myself and husband in the car for 45 minutes blocking a lane of traffic while waiting to be towed. We have had the car strand us in various locations 5 times since we bought the car 08/17. We have been researching that it looks to be the tipm that is malfunctioning and causing the fuel pump to run randomly, sometimes continuously for hours draining the battery, or stop running causing the car to die due to lack of fuel while having all headlights, wipes and interior lights functioning. The tipm has caused me to block lanes of traffic on highways, business driveways and be stuck in parking lots 60+ miles from my home due to the fuel pump not shutting off when the car is turned off.
Faulty fuel pump relay in tipm causing vehicle to stall or not start at all mechanice says need new tipm stalled on freeway lucky to Dodge traffic get to side of road and have vehicle towed
- Camas, WA, USA
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Trying to get new key fob programmed is unsuccessful due to problem with the win module. It is my understanding that this is a common problem for Dodge Caravan or any vehicle with the fobik system manufacturer between 2008 and 2016. Locksmith suggest that a new win module be installed with new key fobs
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 Caravan when the same year of durganos and Jeep are being recalled for the same thing!
Started van one morning and left running to warm up, came back outside and it had died. The wipers were mid-windshield. Turned the key and dash lights illuminated. The van would not start but made a ticking noise upon turning the key. 2 days later I stopped to get fuel in the van. It hesitated to start, but did start. Headlights were very dim and faded in and out. Put a code reader on the computer and it threw a low battery voltage code. Put a voltmeter on the battery and it read about 10 volts while the van was not running. While the van was running the voltmeter read about 14 volts so it is charging. Have had several instances where power windows would not work or power doors would not open and had to be manually opened.
February 2,2018 Dodge Grand Caravan turned off and parked in drive way my daughter comes in and said the van sounds like it's still running went out and heard what she heard also check on this three times before going to bed( this noise came from the gas tank). The next day 02/03/2018 noise was not there anymore. I had schedule recall work to be perform on 02/05/2018 but re-schedule with service advisor for 02/06/2018 car would not start key stuck in ignition switch. Tow truck picked up 02/07/2018 took to dealership explain what happen I was told by the service advisor to expect a call on Friday 02/09/2018 call came dead battery(new battery 01/24/2018) and the tipm kit was needed. This vehicle 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan tipm should be listed as a recall. I started last year having starting concerns with this van not wanting to start.
There is a issue with the vehicle not starting. It started out as imttermittent and now is becoming pretty regular. I replaced the batteries in my key fobs, and there is a new battery in the vehicle. Also when you shift from reverse to drive it is a hard shift. I looked online and this seems to be a big problem with Dodge, many others are experiencing the same thing. It would seem to be a tipm problem with faulty relays.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. While attempting to drive the vehicle, it failed to start without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in a recall and was not under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.
After driving at highway speeds for 2 hours, when returning home and shutting off the engine, I heard whirling noises coming from my fuel tank. Upon moving the vehicle, 30 minutes later, the van experienced a rough start. The following morning, the battery was dead. After jumping off the vehicle, it ran smoothly but I am concerned this will happen again.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. Occasionally, after inserting the key fob in the ignition, the vehicle would not start due to a loose part inside the ignition switch. In addition, while driving, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to jacksonville Chrysler in jacksonville, Florida where it was diagnosed that the tipm module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact also indicated that both sliding back doors randomly opened and the front windows would sometimes fail to close. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 68,000.
I have posted complaints for 2 years with same problem regarding the tipm however I was reading the reason of not being recalled is because all the tipm systems will malfunction regardless how many times it's change. If this is so why they don't recall all this vehicles.? I've been stuck numerous of times, replaced (2) $200 batteries bc the tipm eats the battery. I have children and it is not fair to be stuck in the middle of no where when car deciders not to turn on.. make it a recall for even exchanged for another vehicle where wie will be safe.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The vehicle experienced a loss of power while traveling highway speeds. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to mark thomas motors (2315 santiam hey SE, albany) where it was diagnosed that the tipm was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 15V115000 (electrical system). The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall and to contact NHTSA due to them being the responsible party for the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.
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.
Friday morning (Oct 20, 2017) vehicle was driven momentarily, then immediately parked because the engine light was on. Vehicle was not moved, started, or key cycled after it was parked. Then on Tuesday (Oct 24, 2017) around 8:18 am, smoke and then flames were visible coming from the engine compartment, left side. Left tire/brakes not involved. 'parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'
Airbag light is on constantly - never turns off. Seat belt light will sometimes come on even when seat belt is secure. Fuel pump doesn't stop running after engine is shut off. While driving, all lights will come on on dash and gauges/headlights will flicker then car will die. Has happened more than three(!) times at night on busy highway with 2 toddlers in car!!! had to pull off road in complete darkness. I am fearful of driving this car. I will not drive at night anymore.
My 2011 Caravan is having serious issues when attempting to crank. At times the engine will continuously turn over when attempting to start engine. It completely drained my 1 month old to battery. I took it in to the dealership today for recall T33 and I stated the ongoing issues. They preformed a diagnosis test (I pd $165) and stated the tipm needs to be replaced for $1475. After some research, I've noticed this is an ongoing issue with many 2011+ Caravan owners. My issue began is 2015 (85,000 miles) with an intermittent click when attempting to start my van. Now, obviously the issue is progressing. Seeing there is a history of issues with tipm, Dodge should be compelled to issue a recall. Please contact me for additional information.
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- Rio Rancho, NM, USA