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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 544 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, most often about the electrical (61% of complaints, typically around 84,000 miles). It is 6th of 21 Grand Caravan model years by number of complaints and has 7 recalls.
Most common 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Electrical
334 complaints · 61%Half of these problems showed up before 84,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, horn.
When the vehicle is cold, and after I start driving, if I do no have my foot on the accelerator, the engine will just die. When it does, there are no warning lights go on and the steering becomes completely unresponsive. I must quickly put the car in neutral and start it again. It can happen multiple times before the…
Vehicle ignition shuts off when in use while driving causing dangerous situations especially while in intersections, have had near miss situations due to this problem, chrysler says my vehicle is not included in their really, mine was made three months prior to their recall of ignition switches that were recalled for…
Air bags
137 complaints · 25%Half of these problems showed up before 83,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
My vehicle turned off as I was driving causing me to almost be involved in an accident. This was not the first time my van has done this. It is caused by the faulty ignition switch issue sited in the l25 recall. I no longer feel safe driving my van alone or using it to transport my 4 children. I am seeking a loaner…
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while in park, the fobik failed to open the doors electronically intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical…
Brakes
64 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 35,500 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components.
Exited highway (70 MPH) then drove 55 MPH for 3 miles to our home. Noticed heavy brake burning smell that stayed with me until arrived at home. Noticed smoke coming from driver side rear wheel/brake assembly. Husband(ex-ase master tech) came out to inspect and noticed all other brakes seemed ok in temp but left rear…
Multiple problems. Worst first. High oil consumption, maintain vehicle faithfully. At approx. 70 k miles the engine oil light popped on. Checked oil. Was not registering on stick. Over three qts low! Engine continues to use 3-4 qts between oil changes (3000 miles). Van is on its third set of brakes. Tires have to be…
Engine
51 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 79,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, cooling system.
On multiple occasions while driving without warning van stops no power steering, no brakes engine stops all power is lost. The only code that appears is traction control.
Vehicle ignition shuts off when in use while driving causing dangerous situations especially while in intersections, have had near miss situations due to this problem, chrysler says my vehicle is not included in their really, mine was made three months prior to their recall of ignition switches that were recalled for…
Wheels and tires
46 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles. Parts named most often: pressure monitoring and regulating systems, valve.
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that two of the valve stems deteriorated and caused the cap to fracture from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local repair station where the first valve stem was replaced february 2011. The second failure occurred on april 2011 and the second valve…
Tire pressure sensor was on. Tire pressure was fine. One tire started a slow leak, brought it to mechanic. Values have corroded, one fell in the tire. All the sensors had to be replaced.
Other or unspecified
27 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles.
In october of 2013 I took my vehicle to my local chrysler dealership explaining to them my car stalls when it comes to an incline in the road I'm talking mere inches, not climbing up gigantic hill. Since october it has continuously stalled out on me, to go so far as to just stopping at a red light. If I put my foot on…
I received notice of a recall on my Grand Caravan r03. I have been on a list for replacement of the ignition module since july 2015. I am having problems with the van starting. I have to flip the key 5-10 times to start it. Dodge is not supplying the part to the dealer ships. They have had more than enough time. I…
Steering
23 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 82,500 miles.
Driving 45 MPH and vehicle shut off losing power steering and brakes. No check engine light. Pulled over and restarted. Happened again twice 2 days later. Thought it was bad gas. Filled up and added heat. Seemed to be ok for about 10 days, but still was running harsh. Engine shut off again 5/20 and then again on 5/21.…
My vehicle turned off as I was driving causing me to almost be involved in an accident. This was not the first time my van has done this. It is caused by the faulty ignition switch issue sited in the l25 recall. I no longer feel safe driving my van alone or using it to transport my 4 children. I am seeking a loaner…
Transmission
20 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 71,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission.
When moving the CVT transmission, dash mounted gear shift lever from reverse to drive the gear shift lever assembly fell apart. The handle fell to the floor, as did the button and the internal spring. This occurred today 8/12/2010 for the first and only time (so far). I managed to re-assemble the spring, button and…
While driving I felt and also heard a clunk, then my check engine light came on. While driving it felt like my car was stuck in 1st gear (it has an automatic/manual trans). We then realized the manual was not working, and everytime we put it in drive there is a clunking noise. Now as we are driving it sounds like it…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls
Air bags: inflator module
Risk: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Air bags: frontal
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Air bags
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Suspension: non-powered axle assembly
Risk: Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Electrical: wiring
Risk: A short circuit could occur inside the sliding door, overheating the latch, possibly resulting in a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: service brakes, hydraulic
Risk: A brake fluid leak could result in a loss of braking ability, possibly causing a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Electrical: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk: If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connectors could overheat and potentially catch fire.
Fix: Dealers will seal the power circuit at the subject connector and replace the fuse for this circuit if necessary free of charge. The recall began on march 9, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling 6,138 my 2009 town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles. Unused electrical connectors for the blind spot detection system may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Totally integrated power module failure
Summary
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
Air bag non-deployment/engine stall
Summary
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 spr
Questions about the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (334 complaints, typically around 84,000 miles); air bags (137 complaints, typically around 83,500 miles); brakes (64 complaints, typically around 35,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
- 7 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 7, 2020 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2009 a bad year for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
- It is 6th of 21 Grand Caravan model years by number of complaints, with 544 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.