DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2016

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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

6 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Vantage Mobility International, Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 20V278000 SAFETY RECALL
122 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 15, 2020
Safety Issue:

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

Potential Risk:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local DODGE dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: DODGE
Notice Date: May 19, 2020
Recall Date: May 15, 2020
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 17V824000 SAFETY RECALL
61.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 21, 2017
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Potential Risk:
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local DODGE dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: T82
Notice Date: Feb 14, 2018
Recall Date: Dec 21, 2017
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 16V461000 SAFETY RECALL
26.3K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 24, 2016
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.

Potential Risk:
If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local DODGE dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: S44
Notice Date: Aug 18, 2016
Recall Date: Jun 24, 2016
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 16V300000 SAFETY RECALL
99 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 16, 2016
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.

Potential Risk:
If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local DODGE dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: S37
Notice Date: Jul 1, 2016
Recall Date: May 16, 2016
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 15V595000 SAFETY RECALL
1.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2015
Safety Issue:

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.

Potential Risk:
If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local DODGE dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: R53
Notice Date: Oct 22, 2015
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2015

Consumer Complaints

1.2K Complaints
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11437724 Other
Oct 21, 2021
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

My doors are in a locked position and can't open! I have young children and no access to my doors. Just purchased this car from a dealership!

Corrective Action:

My doors are in a locked position and can't open! I have young children and no access to my doors. Just purchased this car from a dealership!

Additional Notes:

My doors are in a locked position and can't open! I have young children and no access to my doors. Just purchased this car from a dealership!

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11437724
Notice Date: Oct 21, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 21, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11437416 Other
Oct 19, 2021
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

Door lock motors failed and or failing. Replace a couple.

Corrective Action:

Door lock motors failed and or failing. Replace a couple.

Additional Notes:

Door lock motors failed and or failing. Replace a couple.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11437416
Notice Date: Oct 19, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 19, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11437220 Other
Oct 18, 2021
Defect Description:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver’s side sliding door had become defective and could not be opened from either the inside or the outside. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver’s side sliding door had become defective and could not be opened from either the inside or the outside. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver’s side sliding door had become defective and could not be opened from either the inside or the outside. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11437220
Notice Date: Oct 18, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 18, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11437233 Other
Oct 18, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Both sliding doors will not open. It started that one would not lock and one would not unlock now both are stuck closed. I have 3 kids and they have to crawl out the front doors in order to get out or in. I have been reading about the actuators going out on other vans.

Corrective Action:

Both sliding doors will not open. It started that one would not lock and one would not unlock now both are stuck closed. I have 3 kids and they have to crawl out the front doors in order to get out or in. I have been reading about the actuators going out on other vans.

Additional Notes:

Both sliding doors will not open. It started that one would not lock and one would not unlock now both are stuck closed. I have 3 kids and they have to crawl out the front doors in order to get out or in. I have been reading about the actuators going out on other vans.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11437233
Notice Date: Oct 18, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 18, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436903 Other
Oct 15, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

The passenger side sliding door will not lock, even the manual lock is stuck in the unlocked position. I just bought the car used 2 months ago and only realized the problem when I went to pick up my children from school. They approached the vehicle and pulled the door handle before I had a chance to put the car in park, and to my surprise it opened. I don't know how long it's been like this. It's my understanding that this is a common point of failure for 2015-2018 Dodge/Chryser minivans, that the locks can become stuck in the locked or unlocked position and it's very expensive for the consumer to fix. The manufacturer ought to issue a recall and replace the faulty components as this is a safety issue.

Corrective Action:

The passenger side sliding door will not lock, even the manual lock is stuck in the unlocked position. I just bought the car used 2 months ago and only realized the problem when I went to pick up my children from school. They approached the vehicle and pulled the door handle before I had a chance to put the car in park, and to my surprise it opened. I don't know how long it's been like this. It's my understanding that this is a common point of failure for 2015-2018 Dodge/Chryser minivans, that the locks can become stuck in the locked or unlocked position and it's very expensive for the consumer to fix. The manufacturer ought to issue a recall and replace the faulty components as this is a safety issue.

Additional Notes:

The passenger side sliding door will not lock, even the manual lock is stuck in the unlocked position. I just bought the car used 2 months ago and only realized the problem when I went to pick up my children from school. They approached the vehicle and pulled the door handle before I had a chance to put the car in park, and to my surprise it opened. I don't know how long it's been like this. It's my understanding that this is a common point of failure for 2015-2018 Dodge/Chryser minivans, that the locks can become stuck in the locked or unlocked position and it's very expensive for the consumer to fix. The manufacturer ought to issue a recall and replace the faulty components as this is a safety issue.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436903
Notice Date: Oct 15, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 15, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436762 Other
Oct 14, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

Automatic door locks make loud buzzing noise when they lock. I m afraid we will get stuck in locked car. I have not brought to anyone yet. No warning lamps or anything else. This is a definite safety Hazzard and I want it repaired at no charge before something tragic happens.

Corrective Action:

Automatic door locks make loud buzzing noise when they lock. I m afraid we will get stuck in locked car. I have not brought to anyone yet. No warning lamps or anything else. This is a definite safety Hazzard and I want it repaired at no charge before something tragic happens.

Additional Notes:

Automatic door locks make loud buzzing noise when they lock. I m afraid we will get stuck in locked car. I have not brought to anyone yet. No warning lamps or anything else. This is a definite safety Hazzard and I want it repaired at no charge before something tragic happens.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436762
Notice Date: Oct 14, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 14, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436595 Other
Oct 13, 2021
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Corrective Action:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Additional Notes:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436595
Notice Date: Oct 13, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 13, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436595 Other
Oct 13, 2021
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Corrective Action:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Additional Notes:

When the doors are unlocked, a loud buzzing noise comes from the vehicle. Upon research it seems like it is a faulty door actuator. This could cause the doors to be unable to open or close. It has not been repaired and it is available for inspection upon request.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436595
Notice Date: Oct 13, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 13, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436613 Other
Oct 13, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

DRIVERS SIDE, SLIDING DOOR, WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. EITHER REMOTELY OR MANNUALLY. ALL DOORS HAVE BEEN BUZZING UPON ACTIVATION FOR A FEW YEARS NOW, BUT I CAN"T AFFORD TO FIX THAT. VEHICLE HAS 55,000 MILES PLUS ON IT, AND I REALLY LOVE IT, BUT I DONT THINK I'LL BUY ANOTHER ONE UNLESS I RECEIVE SOME SATISFACTION REGARDING THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE REVIEWED THIS CONDITION ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND IT'S MORE COMMON THAN I WOULD THOUGHT. DODGE SHOULD BE ASHAMED FOR NOT CORRECTING THIS PROBLEM.

Corrective Action:

DRIVERS SIDE, SLIDING DOOR, WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. EITHER REMOTELY OR MANNUALLY. ALL DOORS HAVE BEEN BUZZING UPON ACTIVATION FOR A FEW YEARS NOW, BUT I CAN"T AFFORD TO FIX THAT. VEHICLE HAS 55,000 MILES PLUS ON IT, AND I REALLY LOVE IT, BUT I DONT THINK I'LL BUY ANOTHER ONE UNLESS I RECEIVE SOME SATISFACTION REGARDING THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE REVIEWED THIS CONDITION ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND IT'S MORE COMMON THAN I WOULD THOUGHT. DODGE SHOULD BE ASHAMED FOR NOT CORRECTING THIS PROBLEM.

Additional Notes:

DRIVERS SIDE, SLIDING DOOR, WON'T OPEN OR CLOSE. EITHER REMOTELY OR MANNUALLY. ALL DOORS HAVE BEEN BUZZING UPON ACTIVATION FOR A FEW YEARS NOW, BUT I CAN"T AFFORD TO FIX THAT. VEHICLE HAS 55,000 MILES PLUS ON IT, AND I REALLY LOVE IT, BUT I DONT THINK I'LL BUY ANOTHER ONE UNLESS I RECEIVE SOME SATISFACTION REGARDING THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE REVIEWED THIS CONDITION ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND IT'S MORE COMMON THAN I WOULD THOUGHT. DODGE SHOULD BE ASHAMED FOR NOT CORRECTING THIS PROBLEM.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436613
Notice Date: Oct 13, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 13, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436181 Other
Oct 9, 2021
Defect Description:

SEATS

Potential Consequences:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Corrective Action:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Additional Notes:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436181
Notice Date: Oct 9, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 9, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11436181 Other
Oct 9, 2021
Defect Description:

AIR BAGS

Potential Consequences:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Corrective Action:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Additional Notes:

The driver's side headrest has deployed on it's own while parked in a driveway and turned off. After inspection, the plastic brackets that retain the metal pin that is supposed to secure the headrest broke apart and released the headrest into a deployed position. This is a design flaw that should be recalled before someone becomes injured. The headrest is under a spring loaded force that the plastic was not engineered to restrain.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11436181
Notice Date: Oct 9, 2021
Recall Date: Oct 9, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434679 Other
Sep 28, 2021
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Corrective Action:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Additional Notes:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434679
Notice Date: Sep 28, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 28, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434679 Other
Sep 28, 2021
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Corrective Action:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Additional Notes:

I have a faulty door lock actuator on the back left sliding door. It is making a buzzing sound. Not sure if it is actually locking or not.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434679
Notice Date: Sep 28, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 28, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434240 Other
Sep 24, 2021
Defect Description:

ENGINE

Potential Consequences:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Corrective Action:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Additional Notes:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434240
Notice Date: Sep 24, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434240 Other
Sep 24, 2021
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Corrective Action:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Additional Notes:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434240
Notice Date: Sep 24, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434240 Other
Sep 24, 2021
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Corrective Action:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Additional Notes:

While pulling into a parking lot, the engine suddenly died with no indicator lights or warning of any kind. Steering locked up and brakes were not functional. Coasted to a stop in a stall and put the vehicle in park. Restarted it without incident but I'm afraid it will happen in much more dangerous conditions

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434240
Notice Date: Sep 24, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 24, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11434094 Other
Sep 23, 2021
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. After the vehicle was restarted, his wife could not accelerate the vehicle above 25 MPH but was able to drive the vehicle home. The next day, his wife attempted to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle stalled again as the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a transmission failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V461000 (Power Train) which he linked to the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact also discovered that the recall applied to vehicle’s manufactured within a certain date and realized that his vehicle was manufactured under the date listed. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and explained his discovery; however, he was offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. After the vehicle was restarted, his wife could not accelerate the vehicle above 25 MPH but was able to drive the vehicle home. The next day, his wife attempted to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle stalled again as the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a transmission failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V461000 (Power Train) which he linked to the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact also discovered that the recall applied to vehicle’s manufactured within a certain date and realized that his vehicle was manufactured under the date listed. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and explained his discovery; however, he was offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. After the vehicle was restarted, his wife could not accelerate the vehicle above 25 MPH but was able to drive the vehicle home. The next day, his wife attempted to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle stalled again as the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a transmission failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V461000 (Power Train) which he linked to the failure; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact also discovered that the recall applied to vehicle’s manufactured within a certain date and realized that his vehicle was manufactured under the date listed. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and explained his discovery; however, he was offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11434094
Notice Date: Sep 23, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 23, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11433751 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The driver side sliding door makes a loud buzzing sound whenever the doors lock. I have read up on this and it is a faulty door lock actuator. This sound is sudden and loud and has on multiple times caused the driver to get startled. This sound happens when the van auto-locks at the door locks specific set speed.

Corrective Action:

The driver side sliding door makes a loud buzzing sound whenever the doors lock. I have read up on this and it is a faulty door lock actuator. This sound is sudden and loud and has on multiple times caused the driver to get startled. This sound happens when the van auto-locks at the door locks specific set speed.

Additional Notes:

The driver side sliding door makes a loud buzzing sound whenever the doors lock. I have read up on this and it is a faulty door lock actuator. This sound is sudden and loud and has on multiple times caused the driver to get startled. This sound happens when the van auto-locks at the door locks specific set speed.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11433751
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11433860 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

Driver's side sliding door lock mechanism became suddenly inoperable, without warning, both electrically and manually. Even with manual operation of the door lock knob, the door cannot be unlocked. It is not possible to open the door using either the interior or exterior door latch handle, therefore eliminating this door as a means of exit for the rear passengers. The exact same problem occurred with the passenger side sliding door in December 2018. I personally performed the repair of that door. The problem was a failed door lock actuator. It had a faulty actuator gear. I believe this problem potentially puts the occupants of the vehicle at high risk by obstructing exiting of the vehicle in an emergency situation, especially in a situation where the opposite door was inoperable or obstructed during an accident.

Corrective Action:

Driver's side sliding door lock mechanism became suddenly inoperable, without warning, both electrically and manually. Even with manual operation of the door lock knob, the door cannot be unlocked. It is not possible to open the door using either the interior or exterior door latch handle, therefore eliminating this door as a means of exit for the rear passengers. The exact same problem occurred with the passenger side sliding door in December 2018. I personally performed the repair of that door. The problem was a failed door lock actuator. It had a faulty actuator gear. I believe this problem potentially puts the occupants of the vehicle at high risk by obstructing exiting of the vehicle in an emergency situation, especially in a situation where the opposite door was inoperable or obstructed during an accident.

Additional Notes:

Driver's side sliding door lock mechanism became suddenly inoperable, without warning, both electrically and manually. Even with manual operation of the door lock knob, the door cannot be unlocked. It is not possible to open the door using either the interior or exterior door latch handle, therefore eliminating this door as a means of exit for the rear passengers. The exact same problem occurred with the passenger side sliding door in December 2018. I personally performed the repair of that door. The problem was a failed door lock actuator. It had a faulty actuator gear. I believe this problem potentially puts the occupants of the vehicle at high risk by obstructing exiting of the vehicle in an emergency situation, especially in a situation where the opposite door was inoperable or obstructed during an accident.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11433860
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11433924 Other
Sep 21, 2021
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The transmission shifts really hard sometimes, after if feels like it's not shifting while driving. Sometimes it's difficult to get up to speed because it isn't shifting, then when it does shift my van takes off. It's available for inspection. I feel this is unsafe due to the vehicle not being able to get up to speed, because the transmission isn't shifting properly, inhibiting the ability to get up to speed in a timely manner. It's happened a few times over the past few months. It's happened at different speeds. 40-65mph. There haven't been any warnings prior to the incidents. No warning lights or anything on, on the dashboard.

Corrective Action:

The transmission shifts really hard sometimes, after if feels like it's not shifting while driving. Sometimes it's difficult to get up to speed because it isn't shifting, then when it does shift my van takes off. It's available for inspection. I feel this is unsafe due to the vehicle not being able to get up to speed, because the transmission isn't shifting properly, inhibiting the ability to get up to speed in a timely manner. It's happened a few times over the past few months. It's happened at different speeds. 40-65mph. There haven't been any warnings prior to the incidents. No warning lights or anything on, on the dashboard.

Additional Notes:

The transmission shifts really hard sometimes, after if feels like it's not shifting while driving. Sometimes it's difficult to get up to speed because it isn't shifting, then when it does shift my van takes off. It's available for inspection. I feel this is unsafe due to the vehicle not being able to get up to speed, because the transmission isn't shifting properly, inhibiting the ability to get up to speed in a timely manner. It's happened a few times over the past few months. It's happened at different speeds. 40-65mph. There haven't been any warnings prior to the incidents. No warning lights or anything on, on the dashboard.

Manufacturer: DODGE
Mfg Campaign: 11433924
Notice Date: Sep 21, 2021
Recall Date: Sep 21, 2021

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