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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 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (51%)

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Chart based on 37 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

620 mi NO BRAKE LIGHTS NOW...Family was almost taken out by a transport not stopping since he could not tell I was...As I am very afraid in this van...I was able to pull over to shoulder of road since I pay attention to traffic as well behind me... A whole slew of flashes (around 9 of them) to correct issues that should not happen anyways...another Chrysler quick fix is to re-write programs and re-flash to save from actual fixing the real issues... 
9300 mi Van wouldnt stay running. would start for 1/4sec and die. Called roadside and had it towed to dodge dealer. Their fix was to use remote start instead of key. As the van thinks its being stolen. And sent me home 
12400 mi Van wouldn't start again. Used remote start still didn't start. Called roadside to have it brought to a diffrent dodge dealer as we moved. They replaced the wireless control module. They say its fixed now 
115000 mi

US $244
clock spring replaced 
62000 mi

US $220
The powered third row passenger side seat would not recline, so the seat would not stow. The recline motor was replaced 
69000 mi

US $195
The AC stopped blowing cold air. The unit was recharged with a dye to detect a leak The AC stopped blowing cold air - a leak was detected in the discharge hose 
79360 mi

C $400
No A/C blowing - no cold air at all. 
115700 mi

US $232
Car compartment was not cooling enough. Engine temperature gauge went a little higher than center. Had it checked out. Needed more refrigerant. 
131000 mi

US $745
Replace condenser and line for air conditioning. 
167000 mi

US $298
Replaced door electrical harness found at the bottom of door channel. 
171000 mi

US $1082
Needed to replace the "separator"?? (not the condenser). 
181000 mi

US $532
Dash lights to see the air/temperature controls went out. Had to order new board for this part of the dash. 
179000 mi

US $693
Had to replace driver's console as dash lights not working properly. When ordered, the odometer was set at last reading and therefore the difference of almost 3,000 miles. It was very expensive to fix just the dash lights not working. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

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

24000 mi A/C not working. A/C Discharge Line ordered. Front windshield washer switch does not return to off position after actuating (must be pulled back manually to turn washers off.) Switch ordered. 
26200 mi Multifunction switch replaced. A/C Discharge Line replaced. 
58000 mi I noticed an oily substance sprayed in engine compartment. Dealer found A/C Discharge Line was split. Dealer replaced line with new part number. Chrysler reimbursed because old part number was used when previously replaced under warranty.  
11800 mi replace hose in a/c system 
30000 mi

US $50
Driver's side power window would not rise. Dealer mechanic replaced regulator. 
18000 mi Clockspring required, ordered 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

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

155000 mi

US $100
passenger air bag module , replaced power lock switch, driver side wiper motor was replaced 
118420 mi drivers side sliding door lock wiring broken so door will no longer lock or unlock with remote. located broken wire at bottom of door rail and repaired it. 
154000 mi

US $160
Fuel sending unit went bad. 
87700 mi

C $500
Car dead suddenly and dealer said it is caused by a recall in safety module.  
112220 mi

C $200
Battery dead 
72000 mi

US $50
Interior lights stayed on didn't interfere with vehicle performance 
18500 mi

C $300
Temperature gauge sensor acting erratically. 
24000 mi Multifunction switch replaced. Wipers stuck on at mid-speed, no wash, NO turn signals. 
93700 mi Both key fobs replaced under recall program. That was nice, since one of the fobs didn't work! 
22320 mi Air Conditioning not working.  
10046 mi A/C line leak repaired, recharge system. Key Fob malfunction - replace, reprogram A/C line leak repaired, recharge system.  
66960 mi

C $175
Passenger door electric lock would not unlock. 
39060 mi

C $1690
Battery dies overnight. Cause unknown. Can be avoided by pulling the IOD fuse every night. Dodge technical support has no ideas. All related parts have been replaced. 
39260 mi Batteries are killed by this car - in as little as 3 hrs. 3 new batteries in 1 month. Dealers have given up on fixing it. Dodge HQ Technical Support has given up as well. Everyone throws the problem back at me. It is time to sue. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

150040 mi Key. Had two with purchase they lasted for 6 mth and a year. Had to get a dealer key after the first one failed. Key not available aftermarket. $250cdn. Replaced rear brk light twice on one side once on other. First time is tricky, after that easy. But generally bulbs should not fail that often. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Electrical Problems

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