2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Dodge Grand Caravan 2009

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (16%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (11%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

60760 mi

C $350
The van would go into limp mode while driving. Dealer flushed trans. fluid and billed us $350. Didn't solve problem. After we replaced the battery (ourselves) the problem has mostly gone away. Happened 1 other time since. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

124000 mi

US $2000
Will have to replace transmission. 
37000 mi Minor transmission fluid leak in area of transmission pan. 
72000 mi Transmission whining in all gears. Replaced defective bearings in transmission. 
144300 mi

US $37
Transmission cooler hoses seeping fluid. Replaced the hoses. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

143000 mi Mechanic said not to replace my transmission fluid because fluid had never been changed before. At this point I need to rebuild transmission. Changing fluid completely could cause leaks. They were however able to change my oil and engine coolant. 
87700 mi

C $500
After replacing that module, dealer told me the manual shift is not working and they are not responsible for it. 
113460 mi

C $900
1. transmission shaft replaced 
6200 mi Replaced leaky transmission hose. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Transmission Problems

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