Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 536 of 537 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 439 of 537 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Latches & locks
203 complaint records
"DOOR/SLIDERS LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE BY REMOTE. HAD TO MANUALLY ENTER THRU THE BACK LIFT GATE AND UNLOCK FROM INSIDE. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse latches & locks parts in the directory →
Electrical system
125 complaint records
"DOOR/SLIDERS LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE BY REMOTE. HAD TO MANUALLY ENTER THRU THE BACK LIFT GATE AND UNLOCK FROM INSIDE. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Lighting
92 complaint records1 crash report
"2005 DODGE CARAVAN HEADLIGHTS RANDOMLY STOP WORKING. THE HIGH BEAMS CONTINUE TO WORK BUT THE HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse lighting parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP14002 opened Sep 2014 | closed Apr 2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Engine Stall After Refueling This defect petition evaluates July 7, 2014 allegations from an owner of a model year (MY) 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan that engine stall occurs in these vehicles without warning after refueling.The petitioner's vehicle is a Chrysler RS platform... |
| EA11010 opened Sep 2011 | closed Nov 2012 | Exterior Lighting | Loss of headlight illumination The subject vehicle (SV) population includes MY 2005-2006 vehicles built between March 2004 and December 2005 manufactured with a TRW supplied headlight switch assembly (HSA).The HSA was the primary focus of the investigation; earlier and later vehicles... |
| AQ10001 opened Nov 2010 | closed Dec 2015 | Unknown Or Other | Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit On November 18, 2010, NHTSA's Recall Management Division (RMD) opened an audit query (AQ10-001) to investigate recall remedy completion by rental car companies on safety recall campaigns.It was expected to provide the agency an indication of how completely... |
| PE10022 opened Jul 2010 | closed Sep 2011 | Exterior Lighting | Loss of Headlight Illumination To date, ODI has interviewed several complainants who confirmed that the headlights fully extinguish, and remain extinguished, on an intermittent basis.In most cases this occurred while the vehicle was in motion.The occurrences do not show a repeatable... |
| RQ09003 opened Jul 2009 | closed Feb 2010 | Air Bags | FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE - led to recall 10V008000 CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE FRAME RAIL-MOUNTED FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSORS IN APPROXIMATELY 312,442 MODEL YEAR (MY) 2005 AND 2006 CHRYSLER MINIVANS (RECALL 10V-008).THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH FRONT CRASH SENSORS WITH ULTRADUR BRAND PLASTIC HOUSINGS AND... |
Show 2 more closed investigations
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA06003 opened Mar 2006 | closed May 2007 | Air Bags | FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE - led to recall 07V192000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER (DCC) WILL REPLACE THE FRAME RAIL-MOUNTED FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSORS IN APPROXIMATELY 270,958 MY 2005 DAIMLERCHRYSLER MINIVANS (NHTSA RECALL NO. |
| PE05061 opened Nov 2005 | closed Mar 2006 | Air Bags | FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE THE MODEL YEAR (MY) 2005 DAIMLERCHRYSLER (DC) MINIVANS HAVE THE NEW ADVANCED FRONTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS WITH TWO FRONT CRASH SENSORS MOUNTED ON THE FRAME RAILS BEHIND THE FRONT BUMPER AND A MAIN CRASH SENSOR INSIDE THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE MOUNTED IN THE... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V008000 | Air Bags | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 DODGE CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS,... | Normally free |
| 07V192000 | Air Bags | CERTAIN MINIVANS ARE BEING RECALLED THAT WERE ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE 27 STATES PLUS THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA THAT USE GREATER AMOUNTS OF SALT FOR WINTER ROAD DEICING. | Normally free |
| 06V067000 | Visibility | ON CERTAIN VANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ARMATURE SHAFT MAY BREAK. | Normally free |
| 04V047000 | Seat Belts | AFTER PERFORMING THE NCAP TEST, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITHOUT THE AVAILABLE "STOW 'N GO" SEATING OPTION, THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019420 2019-08-21 | Other | 5,327 | Issue: This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. |
| 2007169 2007-05-30 | Airbag | 51,000 | On certain vehicles the left or right front supplemental airbag sensors may crack under certain conditions, which can allow water to enter into the sensor. This can cause the airbag warning lamp to illuminate. |
| 2006058 2006-03-10 | Other | 38,034 | On certain vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break which could result in a loss of front windshield wiping capability. This could impair the driver's vision and cause a crash without warning. |
| 2004050 2004-02-06 | Seats And Restraints | 331 | On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat belt retractor may have been improperly assembled. During a severe frontal impact, there is a possibility that the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant which can increase the risk... |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9004009 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 9004009 Mar 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 9004275 Jul 2020 | Electrical System | KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 68332810 Sep 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. | |
| R2118796A Feb 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| RL108213A$ Jan 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~ | |
| 14-001-16 Jan 2016 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| D-16-02 Jan 2016 | Fuel System | (X60) FUEL TANK/VAPOR CANISTER - 2004-2005-TOWN AND COUNTRY (RS) AND CARAVAN/GRAND CARAVAN (RS) | |
| D-16-02 X60 Jan 2016 | Fuel System | Extended Warranty on the Fuel Tank/Vapor Cannister | |
| 1400116 Jan 2016 | Fuel System | This bulletin involves replacing the fuel tank and vapor canister. | |
| D1602X60 Jan 2016 | Fuel System | Extended Warranty on the Fuel Tank/Vapor Cannister | |
| 9003215 Feb 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. | |
| 9002887 Feb 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009,... | |
| 9002828 Sep 2014 | Structure | Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253099AA. | |
| 18-042-14 Jul 2014 | Electrical System | Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure This bulletin involves programming a generic PCM with software. | |
| 9001329 Feb 2014 | Wheels | Part Description: Seat Belt - Retaining Button Kits. Issue Description: Do not replace the entire seat belt if the seat belt web stop button is missing or damaged.~Belt Web Button:~ 1D1 - Light Graystone - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~1D5 - Medium Slate Gray - 05093280AB Belt Web... | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| SB-08-008-13 Feb 2013 | Exterior Lighting | CHRYSLER: THE PARK LAMPS REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN BOTH HEADLAMPS ARE ON AND THEN OFF, OR BOTH HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE WHILE PARK LAMPS REMAIN ILLUMNATED AFTER SWITCHING ON. MODELS 2005-2006 TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER, GRAND CARAVAN, CARAVAN, GRAND VOYAGER. *PE | |
| SB-08-052-12 Aug 2012 | Exterior Lighting | DODGE/CHRYSLER: BEHAVIOR OF HEADLAMP SWITCH FUNCTION MAY IMPACT LIGHTING SYSTEMS SUCH AS OVERLOAD SPIKE OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, TURNING OFF OR UNANTICIPATED ILLUMINATION, FLICKERING OR DIMMING OF EXTERIOR AND/OR INTERIOR LIGHT WITH ENGINE IS AT IDLE SPEED, OR SINGLE LAMP IN... | |
| CS-J-38 Apr 2010 | Air Bags | DODGE/CHRYSLER: SUPPLEMENTAL FRONT AIRBAG SENSORS ON ABOUT 310,000 CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CRACK UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND ALLOW WATER TO ENTER INTO THE SENSOR. | |
| 2101807 Oct 2007 | Power Train | 1-2 AND/OR 2-3 SHIFT HARNESS. ERASING AND REPROGRAMMING THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE WITH NEW SOFTWARE IS NECESSARY. *KB | |
| 2302007 Sep 2007 | Structure | POWER SLIDING DOOR ADJUSTMENT AND DIAGNOSIS AID. *KB UPDATED 10/26/07. *NJ | |
| 1802907 Apr 2007 | Power Train | GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *KB | |
| 1400207 Apr 2007 | Fuel System | CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR THE MECHANICAL THROTTLE BODY. *KB | |
| 0800107 Feb 2007 | Air Bags | PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB | |
| 2200406 Oct 2006 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION. *KB | |
| 0500106A Sep 2006 | Service Brakes | SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM. *KB | |
| 0803006 Aug 2006 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB | |
| 2301206 Jun 2006 | Seats | 3RD ROW SEAT FRONT LEG WILL NOT RETRACT. *TT | |
| 0500305 Mar 2006 | Service Brakes | SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM. *TT | |
| 2301704 Feb 2006 | Structure | 3RD ROW SEAT FRONT LEG WILL NOT RETRACT. *MJ *TT | |
| 0803205 Jan 2006 | Air Bags | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING A PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION WIRING PACKAGE. TO INCLUDE 2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND 300/TOURING. *TT | |
| 0900105 Dec 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CYLINDER HEAD BOLT RE-TORQUE PROCEDURE. GPOP - ISSUE REVIEW SYSTEM. *TT | |
| 2200205 Dec 2005 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR - SYSTEM INFORMATION. *TT | |
| 2102205 Nov 2005 | Power Train | INACCURATE SPEEDOMETER. *AK | |
| 1900805 Nov 2005 | Steering | REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC | |
| 1900705 Sep 2005 | Steering | RATTLE SOUND FROM STEERING WHEEL AREA. *TT *SC | |
| 1900403 Aug 2005 | Steering | STEERING SHUDDER. *TT | |
| 0900305 Jun 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE COMPARTMENT SQUEAK UNDER LIGHT THROTTLE TIP-IN. *TT | |
| 0500204 Jun 2005 | Service Brakes | SNOW/WATER INGESTION INTO REAR BRAKE DRUM. *TT | |
| 2400905 Jun 2005 | Equipment | FLASH - A/C SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. *TT | |
| 0200405 May 2005 | Suspension | CREAKING/SQUAWKING SOUND FROM FRONT STRUT AREA. *TT | |
| 1802305 May 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ROUGH IDLE AFTER HOT START. *TT | |
| 0801905 Mar 2005 | Air Bags | AIRBAG CONTROL AND OR OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION MODULE SERVICE. 2005 CHRYSLER VOYAGER. *SC | |
| 05005 Mar 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | RAPID RESPONSE TRANSMITTAL#05-005. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0135 - O2 SENSOR 1/1 HEATER PERFORMANCE. *SC | |
| 0200305 Mar 2005 | Suspension | RATTLE/KNOCKING SOUND FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *SC | |
| 1801005 Mar 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | MIL ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0135 - O2 SENSOR 1/1 HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT | |
| 0801505 Mar 2005 | Power Train | POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC | |
| 0801405 Feb 2005 | Electrical System | MOPAR ACCESSORY REMOTE STARTER INOPERATIVE DUE TO HOOD SWITCH. *TT | |
| 0800805 Feb 2005 | Electrical System | 1/1 O2 SENSOR USAGE. *TT | |
| 0500205 Jan 2005 | Service Brakes | PULSATION OR VIBRATION IN THE BRAKE PEDAL AND/OR STEERING WHEEL. *TT | |
| 1900105 Jan 2005 | Steering | THE STEERING WHEEL TILT MECHANISM IS INOPERATIVE. *TT |
Showing 60 of 79 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Close every door, hood, and tailgate gently, once.A door that needs a slam or springs back is the latch complaint on this vehicle. It is the kind of fault a seller has learned to hide by slamming.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Do a full walk-around with every light on.Condensation inside a lens, a dim side, or a flickering tail light match this vehicle's lighting cluster.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 4 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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