2011 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Jun 28, 2024CAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   V51 recall cause problems with power control module. Poor fuel economy Trouble starting/ restarting Engine not receiving power

   NHTSA complaint #11597511 · source
2. Filed Jun 18, 2024160,000 miFLElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the engine turned over, but the vehicle failed to start. The contact became aware that the jumper ends were burned. There was no fuel entering the engine. The contact stated that the silicon on the relays needed to be replaced and the fuel pump had failed. Additionally, the driver's side window became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11595037 · source
3. Filed Apr 23, 2024300,000 miOKFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The contact stated that the battery was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic as battery failure due to extended use of the fuel pump. The contact stated that the fuse had to be unplugged for the fuel pump to shut off. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The vehicle was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11584717 · source
4. Filed Apr 16, 2024ILElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Dealership still cannot pinpoint exactly what is wrong but the car does not start. One time it’ll start and the next it won’t. It’s actually left me stranded in the cold because that seems to be the only time it won’t start. It’s happened to many other grand caravan owners too. No mechanic I’ve taken it to can solve the problem I’ve spent so much money replacing parts on this car.

   NHTSA complaint #11583251 · source
5. Filed Jun 6, 2023CAElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSteering

   The TIPM failed which caused a loss of power to the vehicle and power to the fuel pump. I was driving at approximately 60 MPH when the vehicle lost all power and the steering wheel felt locked. I was unable to turn the steering wheel as the Dodge Grand Caravan came to a quick stop as if it was out of gas. Luckily I reacted quickly and was able to avoid an accident. After approximately 10 minutes of trying to restart the vehicle and drive to a safe location the vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11525717 · source
6. Filed Oct 29, 2022OHElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   This vehicle always fails to start in the colder weather. After a review of this condition. It has been found that the fuel pump relay does not send proper signal. This relay is a part of the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). When it fails to operate, the vehicle will experience long crank times. With its ignition switch style, as soon as you turn the key, the vehicle will continue to crank UNLESS you manually turn the switch all the way back to the off position. This…

   NHTSA complaint #11491408 · source
7. Filed May 3, 2022AZFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The tipm fuel pump relay is stuck causing the fuel pump to stay on even when the vehicle is turned off and the key is not in the ignition switch. This problem is, its dangerous if I was ever to be in an accident and fuel pump will stay on according to the mechanic. Also my car battery is drained after an hour making it undrivable until I call a tow or get a jump start. It was inspected by a mechanic and the vehicle is available for inspection. No warning lamps were on or…

   NHTSA complaint #11463235 · source
8. Filed Apr 14, 2022200,000 miMOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road, where he successfully restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact stated that after the vehicle had been…

   NHTSA complaint #11460756 · source
9. Filed Feb 12, 2022NCElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Car starts intermittently especially when In colder conditions takes 3 to 4 starts , hard to start , put in neutral and starts right away ,car feels like it’s going to stall out when accelerating at times

   NHTSA complaint #11451642 · source
10. Filed Jan 13, 2022COFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionAcceleration & Cruise Control

    The accelerator pedal sticks in full throttle and forces the car to speed forward. Brakes barely overcome the acceleration and the engine will accelerate from a complete stop. Super dangerous and there are a number of threads on vehicle forums that describe the situation

    NHTSA complaint #11447331 · source
11. Filed Jul 19, 2021OHElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Vehicle shakes, dash lights flash on an off, doesn't want to accelerate, check engine light flashes occasionally. Mechanic has run diagnostic tests, the only code the vehicle is showing is oil pressure.

    NHTSA complaint #11425394 · source
12. Filed Jul 17, 2021NYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The fuel pump relay failed. This is a very common problem with Caravans, and is very expensive to fix. The Grand Cherokee and Durango have the same design, and there is a recall on those models. The Caravan should have a recall declared as well. Thank you.

    NHTSA complaint #11425249 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology