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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (48%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 27 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

127100 mi

C $1700
Struts, shocks, bushings, 
79360 mi Dealer neglected to clamp power steering hose all the way from previous repair trip. All Power steering fluid drained from system. 
81840 mi

C $900
Dealer advised of worn out shocks and struts - wanted $1150 + alignment and GST for repair. We took the van to a local shop and paid $900 all in. 
123070 mi

C $600
Power steering hose blew. Had to replace with new hose. 
14000 mi The van started making a 'ratcheting noise'-the noise got louder very quickly(w/in 100 miles).Took it to the dealer-they gave me another van to drive during repair. They found a bad LH wheel bearing which was replaced the same day.  

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Minivan, ext.

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

81700 mi

US $125
Noisy wheel bearing replaced. 
109600 mi Replace rear shock absorbers 
39000 mi

US $250
rr wheel bearing failed. bearing replaced. Traded vehicle for 2012 Town&Country Touring Due to incentives. 
72000 mi Front wheel bearings replaced under Chrysler warranty. 
65000 mi

US $180
Replace right front wheel bearing. 
63000 mi

US $137
Dealer previously noticed small crack in power steering pressure hose crimp connection, and recommended replacing it as it could blow at any time. I replaced the hose. 
92000 mi

US $118
Front suspension clunking going over bumps. Replaced stabilizer bar links. 
93700 mi

US $104
Both rear shock absorbers worn affecting ride. Replaced shock absorbers. 
114000 mi

US $7
Drivers side front hub bearing making growling sound. Replaced both front hub assemblies because I prefer to replaces front end parts in pairs. NOTE: Bad bearings are a known issue on these vans with an extended warranty to 90,000 miles. Front suspension clunking going over bumps. Replaced stabilizer bar bushings. 
141300 mi Front suspension clunking going over bumps. Replaced stabilizer bar links (Moog Lifetime Warranty). 

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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
front hub bearings, replaced 
119660 mi

C $185
Noisey Left front wheel bearing, replaced. 
143000 mi

US $352
While they were changing all 4 tires, per my request, the mechanic found my Right Wheel Bearing, front, needed replacement. I don't know how long that repair was, but tires and Wheel Bearing repair took less than two hours. Great work. My van is much quieter now! 
81740 mi

C $180
Both front wheel bearings changed twice. 
94900 mi

C $578
Rear wheel bearing and ABS sensor 
110360 mi

C $450
Driver front wheel bearing. 
84200 mi

C $900
- replace left side bearing wear - replace sensor of detecting slipery 
103540 mi Was noticing steering 'clunk' at low speeds. Power steering leak caused whine. Took it to quick oil change for top up, diagnosed leaky line. Appointment set for the following month for repair. 
117800 mi

C $350
Front driver wheel bearing replaced. 
127100 mi

C $91
Replaced broken wheel stud. 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

150040 mi Power steering leaking replace rear hose still leaking replaced pump. Replaced frt shocks. Wear item 

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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Suspension Problems

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