2006 Dodge Caravan
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 2006 Dodge Caravan. Newest first.
Curt mfg IS recalling certain class 3 receiver hitches, p/n 13347, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on 1997-2007 chrysler town and country vans, 1996-2007 dodge caravans, and 1996-2004 plymouth voyager vans. when the hitch IS loaded to the maximum rating, the hitch may fracture or break at the bend location where the main body of the hitch meets the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the area in question fractures or breaks, this could cause an unstable driving condition, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Curt mfg will notify owners of record and will replace the hitch free of charge. the safety recall IS expected to begin during august 2010. owners may contact curt mfg at 1-715-831-8713.
Chrysler IS recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the front crash sensors become inoperative, the driver IS immediately alerted by illumination of the airbag warning light and the vehicle should be promptly serviced. until the vehicle IS repaired, the airbags may not provide the enhanced protection in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. This service will be performed free of charge. the safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Eagle eyes IS recalling 11,534 headlamp assemblies, p/nos. Cs090-b001l and cs090-b001r, sold for use as replacement equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the lower beam photometry requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Eagle eyes will notify owners and offer replacement headlamps free of charge. the recall began on september 30, 2008. owners may contact eagle eyes at 1-800-568-1098.
Maxzone IS recalling 2,520 headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/nos. 3341103L-as and 334-1103r-as sold for use as aftermarket equipment for 2001-2007 dodge caravan passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Maxzone will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. the recall began on june 16, 2008. owners may contact maxzone at the following locations: 1-888-286-1188 (wa, or, ca, ID, NV, az, mt, wy, ut, co, ks, nm, ok, tx, ar, la, ak, hi) 1-877-253-8930 (me, nh, vt, ma, ct, ri, ny, nj, pa, md, de, wv, va) 1-800-859-4755 (nc, sc, ga, fl, tn, al, ms) 1-866-783-6858 (nd, sd, ne, mn, ia, mo, wi, il, mi, in, oh, ky).
Certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass ltd and supplied to safelite by auto temp inc., identified as dot-430, and sold for use on certain domestic and foreign vehicles may not break into small pieces as expected of tempered glass and fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 205, "glazing…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant(s) may be seriously injured by shattered glass.
Remedy
Safelite will notify its retail customers and replace the glass free of charge. Retail customers can contact safelite toll free at 1-888-843-2906. Safelite will notify its wholesale customers and reimburse wholesale customers for current inventory and at a specified rate for replacing their customer's glass. Wholesale customers can contact safelite's wholesale division, service autoglass toll free at 1-888-246-6298. The recall began on january 15, 2008.
On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.
Risk and remedy
Risk
During certain operating conditions, loss of front windshield wiping capability could occur, and the driver's vision could be obscured which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. the recall began on june 19, 2006, to dodge durango owners. minivan owners will be notified during july 2006. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Owner complaints
173 complaints12 involved a crash2 involved a fire18 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Electrical system › Horn
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that the horn was inoperable, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the related undisclosed recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to…
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that the horn was inoperable, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the related undisclosed recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 198,000.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
The vehicle is turning off completely ir dying when driving. This is happening multiple times. I have to coast safely to pull over, can barely steer to get off the road. This happened 3 times on the way to town. This is very dangerous, I was lucky that I was able to pull over. If I was on express…
The vehicle is turning off completely ir dying when driving. This is happening multiple times. I have to coast safely to pull over, can barely steer to get off the road. This happened 3 times on the way to town. This is very dangerous, I was lucky that I was able to pull over. If I was on express way I would have been in a crash.i don't feel safe driving the car with it cutting off intermittently without any warning.
- Seats
Twice upon driving tonight, I pressed the pedal to accelerate when the light turned green, and the driver seat unlocked and pulled me backwards. If I wasn't holding on to the steering wheel I would have lost control of the car and been involved in an accident. I was able to press the break with the…
Twice upon driving tonight, I pressed the pedal to accelerate when the light turned green, and the driver seat unlocked and pulled me backwards. If I wasn't holding on to the steering wheel I would have lost control of the car and been involved in an accident. I was able to press the break with the tip of my toe, manage to put the car in park, readjust the seat and go back into drive. All this while the light had turned green and cars were accelerating behind me. This happened twice tonight!! I am taller than my mom, but she is the primary driver of this vehicle. And this has started happening more often. I am VERY concerned for her safety with this issue driving to work and heading home. And she is a senior driver. You can imagine my concern... We always check the seats when first getting into the car to make sure everything is ok. But now the seat is dislodging without warning ⚠️. Could this possibly be a recall issue we missed? I think it's time to trade in this vehicle for a different one if nothing can be done
- Fuel/propulsion system
When gas tank IS full leaks from the top of tank by fuel pump. Faulty pump cracked at seam and leaks.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Engine
Passenger side air bag exploded. Luckily no injury. Vehicle was not moving. I didn't even know it could do that! I'D like this fixed. Also, two leaks in engine. Oil leak/transmission leak. IS this normal? Leaks are ongoing. Another thing: noticing headlights getting slightly dimmer, then brighter, at night as if some sort of electrical problem? This happens during driving and not driving.
- Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
Driving down a crowded interstate and the dash cluster started going crazy then stopped working. mechanic said it was a kniwn wiring issue with the cluster and anti theft device.
- Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. The contact stated that on several occasions the rear tail lamps, headlamps, and instrument panel lights became inoperable. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights became dim, the indicator lights and headlamps failed to operate as intended.…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. The contact stated that on several occasions the rear tail lamps, headlamps, and instrument panel lights became inoperable. The contact stated that the instrument panel lights became dim, the indicator lights and headlamps failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was taken to an unknown mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the steering column and attached electrical switches needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither a local dealer nor the manufacturer were contacted or informed of the failures. the failure mileage was 46,000.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. While driving, the vehicle experienced an electrical failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuse box malfunctioned and caused the vehicle's computer to fail. Patterson chrysler dodge jeep RAM tyler (3120 s sw loop…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. While driving, the vehicle experienced an electrical failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuse box malfunctioned and caused the vehicle's computer to fail. Patterson chrysler dodge jeep RAM tyler (3120 s sw loop 323, tyler, tx 75701, (903) 561-2404) was contacted and confirmed the diagnosis. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there were no recalls. The contact was referred to nhtsa and was informed to tow the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was 126,000. *Bf*jb
- Electrical system
The sliding doors open as your traveling down the road.
- Structure › Body
The sliding door latch malfunction where door comes open while driving the auto lock also malfunctioning. I'm a master mechanic and this isn't the first time I heard of this problem on these vehicles. Mopar needs to have these vehicles recalled before someone gets hurt or their pet falls out.
- Service brakes
Fuel pump started to not perform causing it for last year really bad gasoline mileage
- Fuel/propulsion system
Gas leak on the top of the gas tank, when IS almost full.
- Exterior lighting
When the key IS out of the ignition,and the headlight switch IS off, the parking lights come on and go off intermittently.sometimes I wake up to a dead battery.
- Exterior lighting · Seat belts · Visibility/wiper
Head lights dull & cracked. front passanger seat catching not retracting. rear window wiper just stops any posistion
- Electrical system
3 months ago, one of the sliding doors stopped unlocking, and will not open. Now my passenger side front door IS doing the same thing. My autistic son got stuck in the van today because of this. The doors just will not unlock.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Every time I put any amount of fuel in my tank of my 2006 dodge caravan sxt there IS a very strong smell of gas coming from the engine compartment and after the van starts it will always stall out within a minute or two of starting up. It will stall idling in park as well as when in gear and…
Every time I put any amount of fuel in my tank of my 2006 dodge caravan sxt there IS a very strong smell of gas coming from the engine compartment and after the van starts it will always stall out within a minute or two of starting up. It will stall idling in park as well as when in gear and starting out at slow speed and up to 25 miles per hour. It occurs more often when the fuel tank reaches the full mark. I have had the fuel pump assembly replaced which did not change the problem.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. Another vehicle crossed the contact's path and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The contact fainted. The driver sustained hand, wrist, and neck pains. The front passenger sustained neck and spinal injuries. Medical attention was required. The air bags…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. Another vehicle crossed the contact's path and crashed into the contact's vehicle. The contact fainted. The driver sustained hand, wrist, and neck pains. The front passenger sustained neck and spinal injuries. Medical attention was required. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and was not inspected or diagnosed by a dealer. The vehicle was towed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and indicated that there was no recall. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 124,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Van idles roughly and stalls immediately following refueling. we do not "top off" the tank but the van stalls within a minute of leaving the gas station. stalling seems to occur less in colder temperatures but the rough idle IS consistant. This seems like the same problem that was covered for…
Van idles roughly and stalls immediately following refueling. we do not "top off" the tank but the van stalls within a minute of leaving the gas station. stalling seems to occur less in colder temperatures but the rough idle IS consistant. This seems like the same problem that was covered for 2004-2005 model years by an extended warranty. this poses a safety hazard as the van could stall in traffic causing an accident.
- Air bags
The airbag light IS on & mechanic said it's the left sensor & should be covered under recall? IS this?
- Fuel/propulsion system
Every time I fill the gas tank, it will only take a few gallons before clicking the pump off. after filling tank, while driving, the engine cuts off, thereby cutting power steering and brakes. Check engine light comes on and when checked it says evap system.
- Electrical system · Engine
3 yrs ago, fire in engine compartment while I was driving. Could not open doors windows or engine hood. I did have window down when this occurred. Just last week a woman in a car (type not known-) in spokane was trapped and had to be rescued when her car caught fire and she couldn't open door or…
3 yrs ago, fire in engine compartment while I was driving. Could not open doors windows or engine hood. I did have window down when this occurred. Just last week a woman in a car (type not known-) in spokane was trapped and had to be rescued when her car caught fire and she couldn't open door or window. She was lucky a cop busted a window and dragged her out. This IS a spooky thing if all cars are like that in a fire.car had died in street.mine ignited at stop light. You have a very hidden problems in these plastic cars. If mine had happened a day later then there could have been a loss of seven young children that were going on a trip along with my daughter who was driving. Scary and no one seems concerned. *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
Currently have about 86,000 on the vehicle. the headlights, more and more, are deciding to refuse to turn on. there IS no darkness indicator, just an old-fashioned turn knob with three settings (off, parking lights, headlights). also, the headlights when working, decide to not switch off when…
Currently have about 86,000 on the vehicle. the headlights, more and more, are deciding to refuse to turn on. there IS no darkness indicator, just an old-fashioned turn knob with three settings (off, parking lights, headlights). also, the headlights when working, decide to not switch off when the knob IS turned to off. this IS intermittent and, so far, mechanics have been unable to diagnose the problem. I see from other sites that many, many people are having these problems with these minivans and eventually, if not already, somebody IS going to die when these lights cut off unexpectedly. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Nearly every time we fill the gas tank up (not pumping in extra after it stops to "top it off," just stopping when it first clicks), the engine will die about 30-60 seconds after we start driving away, almost as if the engine has flooded or something. It seems to happen most frequently if I happen…
Nearly every time we fill the gas tank up (not pumping in extra after it stops to "top it off," just stopping when it first clicks), the engine will die about 30-60 seconds after we start driving away, almost as if the engine has flooded or something. It seems to happen most frequently if I happen to let off the gas at any point during those first 30-60 seconds. After doing some research, it seems this IS a more common issue than it should be, but, on more than one occasion, we have been pulling out of the gas station onto a busy street right when our van dies. Thankfully, this has never happened when a car IS coming directly at us, but it's certainly a possibility with the way it continues to happen. Again, doing research on this make/model/year of caravan has shown that it's not an uncommon occurrence, which I find particularly concerning. I would appreciate if something could be done about this so I can be sure my wife and children (not to mention myself if I'm driving, but I'm mostly worried about them) will be safe after filling up with gas in the future.
- Air bags
"Takata recall" the air bag lights are on all the time when the car engine IS turned on.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Van stalls after refueling. Sometimes moving and have to pull to the side of the road.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Engine Stall After Refueling
This defect petition evaluates July 7, 2014 allegations from an owner of a model year (MY) 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan that engine stall occurs in these vehicles without warning after refueling.The petitioner's vehicle is a Chrysler RS platform minivan.The RS platform includes MY 2003 through 2007 Dodge Grand…
This defect petition evaluates July 7, 2014 allegations from an owner of a model year (MY) 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan minivan that engine stall occurs in these vehicles without warning after refueling.The petitioner's vehicle is a Chrysler RS platform minivan.The RS platform includes MY 2003 through 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Town and Country and Chrysler Voyager minivans.NHTSA evaluated the petition by analyzing consumer complaints submitted to the Agency, analyzing field data, reviewing technical information provided in Chrysler's response to an Agency information request and testing an RS minivan identified by its owner as experiencing post-refuel engine stalls.After completing this evaluation, NHTSA has concluded that further investigation is unlikely to result in a finding that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists.The stalls occurring in these vehicles only occur immediately after filling up the fuel tank and happen at low engine speeds. The failure rate is low, even after 8 to 13 years of the vehicles being in service, and there are no reports of crashes or injuries resulting from the stall condition.In the Agency's view, additional investigation is unlikely to result in finding the existence of a safety-related defect in the subject vehicles.Given the need to allocate and prioritize NHTSA's limited resources to best accomplish the Agency's safety mission, the petition is denied.This action does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist. The Agency will take further action if warranted by future circumstances. More details concerning our review can be found in the Federal Register Notice for this action.The following 161 VOQs are included in the petition evaluation: 10209242, 10229468, 10240708, 10260923, 10275939, 10276532, 10296487, 10298175, 10328669, 10330144, 10346517, 10349789, 10354758, 10363689, 10372112, 10372368, 10372514, 10378031, 10379764, 10382938, 10387448, 10394063, 10398877, 10413918, 10418652, 10420924, 10427063, 10437525, 10445392, 10446902, 10470028, 10471249, 10473733, 10502231, 10503114, 10504260, 10509862, 10511988, 10512120, 10512385, 10512650, 10513147, 10538154, 10549841, 10551763, 10555188, 10555418, 10556754, 10565367, 10574012, 10574398, 10586555, 10587212, 10587559, 10593433, 10607841, 10607913, 10608922, 10615810, 10622468, 10628141, 10632112, 10632128, 10632172, 10632175, 10632231, 10632262, 10632266, 10632270, 10632305, 10632316, 10632326, 10632370, 10632385, 10632399, 10632492, 10632542, 10632765, 10632833, 10632928, 10633197, 10633281, 10633409, 10633421, 10633483, 10633507, 10637752, 10637804, 10637950, 10637975, 10638032, 10638289, 10638290, 10638401, 10638968, 10639218, 10639623, 10641157, 10641603, 10641614, 10641836, 10644339, 10644705, 10649713, 10649895, 10649932, 10650313, 10652590, 10653147, 10653783, 10654533, 10655226, 10658900, 10659679, 10660320, 10662588, 10662645, 10662662, 10663473, 10667056, 10667437, 10668081, 10668094, 10668131, 10668612, 10668969, 10668970, 10669584, 10669678, 10669729, 10669775, 10669866, 10669895, 10669992, 10670422, 10670506, 10676348, 10676732, 10677120, 10679795, 10679934, 10680057, 10680290, 10680342, 10680714, 10681512, 10682584, 10682906, 10683022, 10683114, 10683549, 10683620, 10683697, 10683743, 10689898, 10690761, 10691284, 10691556, 10691751, 10693061, 10694300
- Loss of headlight illumination
The subject vehicle (SV) population includes MY 2005-2006 vehicles built between March 2004 and December 2005 manufactured with a TRW supplied headlight switch assembly (HSA).The HSA was the primary focus of the investigation; earlier and later vehicles utilized different HSAs.Consumers complain that the headlights in…
The subject vehicle (SV) population includes MY 2005-2006 vehicles built between March 2004 and December 2005 manufactured with a TRW supplied headlight switch assembly (HSA).The HSA was the primary focus of the investigation; earlier and later vehicles utilized different HSAs.Consumers complain that the headlights in the subject vehicles do not illuminate when the HSA is turned on, or that the headlights extinguish while on (subject failure).No other driving lights are affected.The front marker, tail, and instrument lamps operate.Also, the high beams can be illuminated by holding the turn signal stalk in the up position.As reported by consumers, turning the HSA off and on typically corrects the failure.Initially the failures occur infrequently but they become progressively more frequent with age.Chrysler has indicated its intention to offer of an extended lifetime warranty on the HSA, so that consumers with this problem can have their HSA replaced at no charge when they begin experiencing the subject failure.Commencing sometime in early 2013, Chrysler will send letters to SV owners notifying them of the lifetime warranty.The SV headlight system design is essentially the same as that described in EA 05-009, which involved headlight anomalies in earlier model Chrysler minivans; refer to it to for additional information.The subject failure is caused by friction between the plastic cam and metal surfaces of the electrical contacts in the HSA, which results in the production of plastic particles (debris).Analysis shows that debris can collect on the electrical contact that controls the headlights, resulting in an open circuit and preventing the headlights from turning on.Subsequent operation of the HSA may temporarily displace the debris, at which time the headlights operate correctly.Lubricant was applied to the plastic cam beginning in December 2005, reducing debris production.Consequently, subsequent failure levels were lower.The report counts shown above include only those that involve the subject failure.Reports involving other failure modes which were identified have not been included either because they were not safety related, or if they were safety related, because there was no defect trend.The single crash event listed in the Failure Report Summary Table above involved a deer strike allegedly due to loss of headlights in February 2006.No injuries were reported in this crash.An April 2004 non-crash incident (?Other? above) involved a momentary loss of headlights.The consumer drove into a ditch, and one minor injury was alleged. The subject vehicles experienced a 2.2% warranty claim rate.While standing alone this would appear to be significant, a portion of these warranty claims likely involve other problems with the HSA unrelated to the subject failure.In view of the on road experience of drivers in rapidly restoring headlight illumination by turning the headlight switch off and on again, the rate and particularly the recent trend in problems with the switch, and Chrysler?s extended lifetime warranty coupled with the owner notification of that extended warranty, further investigation does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, the investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist, and the agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.Details on Chrysler?s lifetime HSA warranty extension for the SV population will be available in the public file for this investigation.
- Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
On November 18, 2010, NHTSA's Recall Management Division (RMD) opened an audit query (AQ10-001) to investigate recall remedy completion by rental car companies on safety recall campaigns.It was expected to provide the agency an indication of how completely and how quickly rental car fleets perform necessary…
On November 18, 2010, NHTSA's Recall Management Division (RMD) opened an audit query (AQ10-001) to investigate recall remedy completion by rental car companies on safety recall campaigns.It was expected to provide the agency an indication of how completely and how quickly rental car fleets perform necessary recall-related remedies on the vehicles owned and then rented/leased for use on the roadways.RMD queried three (3) major motor vehicle manufacturers (Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors) and requested data regarding completion figures for fifteen (15) discreet safety recalls.Analysis of this data demonstrated that rental car recalls completion was neither complete nor consistent.The rental car companies representing the largest market share in the industry were then queried as to their respective policies for the rental, lease, and sale of vehicles with open recalls.The data and responses from the manufacturers and the rental car companies can be found in the document repository by accessing the ?Associated Documents link above.In December 2015, Congress enacted the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act.One section of the Act prohibits rental car companies from renting, leasing, or selling motor vehicles subject to open safety recalls.With the passage of the FAST Act and its prohibition, there is no continuing need for the agency to investigate rental car recall completions.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The agency reserves the right to open any future investigations, including audits of individual recalls, or groups of recalls, or rental car companies, to examine more closely safety recalls performance and completion issues in this area.
- Front air bag crash sensor failure
Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and…
Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler IS implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
- Front air bag crash sensor failure
Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07V-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action…
Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07V-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 133,128 my 2005 minivans, will receive a lifetime warranty on the front crash sensors.although these vehicles use the same brass bushing sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.dcc will also provide written notification to all affected vehicle owners.nhtsa and dcc differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, dcc IS implementing steps to replace the subject components.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10229181Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10223854Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gasket segment joints are properly aligned. 7. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the top of the oil pan gasket.~ 8. Install the oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward, tighten the oil pan bolts to 28 Nm [21 ft. lbs.].
- 10223602Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10223599Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
- 10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
- 10221097Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket 68264479AA and Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA Vehicles built after on or after 10/23/2015 will require only the Fastener Service Kit PN 68329056AA. 2. All 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the vehicle you are repairing has a crack in the flex plate or failed pump bushing inspect and confirm that both (2) dowel pins are present in the engine block, which align the transmission center line to the crank shaft centerline and visually inspect the dowel alignment holes in the transmission case. If the holes are damaged or elongated the transmission should be replaced to prevent further damage to the transmission/flexplate or pump bushing due to the inability to properly align the engine to the transmission during the repair. 3. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If pump bushing is scored or damaged and the dowel pin alignment holes are ok, replace the pump assembly as opposed to complete transmission. 4. All 62TE equipped vehicles. If vehicle is jerking/slipping with MIL code(s) P0740 or P2764, check TCC Solenoid operation. If TCC Solenoid is ok, the codes are indicative of a torque converter failure. Replace the torque converter.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10139595Part Description: Insulator in Lever Assembly - Valve Body - Trans Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and an instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement lease order 68253099AA. Note: Insulator color is not relevant for service
- 10136932Part Description: Seat Belt - Retaining Button Kits. Issue Description: Do not replace the entire seat belt if the seat belt web stop button is missing or damaged.~Belt Web Button:~ 1D1 - Light Graystone - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~1D5 - Medium Slate Gray - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~1DA - Pastel Slate Gray - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~1J3 - Medium Khaki - 05093283AB Belt Web Button~ZJ3 - Medium Khaki - 05093283AB Belt Web Button~1L2 - Light Natural Beige - 05114207AA Belt Web Button~BD1 - Light Graystone - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~ BD5 - Medium Slate Grey - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~ BDA - Pastel Slate Gray - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~ ZP7 - Deep Seamist Green - 05093280AB Belt Web Button~ 5JB571D1A$, 5JB571D5A$, 5JB571J3A$, 5JX141D1A$, 5JX141D5A$, 5JX141DVA$, 5JX141J3A$, 5JX14ZJ3A$, 1EY841D1A$, 1EY841D5A$, 1EY841J3A$, 1EY851D1A$, EY851D5A$, 1EY851J3A$ use the following mini Belt Web Buttons:~1D1 - Light Graystone - 05093285AB Mini Belt Web Button~1D5 - Medium Slate Gray - 05093285AB Mini Belt Web Button~1DV - Slate Gray - 05093285AB Mini Belt Web Button~1J3 - Medium Khaki - 05093286AB Mini Belt Web Button~ZJ3 - Medium Khaki - 05093286AB Mini Belt Web Button~ Position the button as originally installed, or use the opposite side as reference.~ Web Button Location CS:~Front Driver O/B: 690 +/- 10 mm~Front Passenger O/B: 435 +/- 10 mm~Rear O/B: 435 +/- 10 mm~Rear Center: 290 +/- 10 mm~Rear Center Mini: 854 +/- 10 mm~ Web Button Location RG/RS SWB:~Front O/B: 550 +/- 6 mm~2nd Row O/B: 558 +/- 6 mm~ 3rd Row O/B: 584 +/- 6 mm~Web Button Location RG/RS LWB:~Front O/B: 550 +/- 6 mm~ 2nd Row O/B: 518 +/- 6 mm (Exception 52029368A$, 04680197A$: 690 +/- 6 mm)~ 3rd Row O/B: 585 +/- 6 mm (Exception 1CK35BD1A$, 1CK35BD5A$, 1CK35ZJ3A$, 52029369A$, 52029370A$: 434 +/-6 mm)~ Apply a small dot of Bond-All Gel, p/n 04467709, around the backside hole of the female button. Press the female button over the post of the male that is sticking through the rearwar
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10121927NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
- 10051987Chrysler: the park lamps remain illuminated when both headlamps are on and then off, or both headlights fail to illuminate while park lamps remain illumnated after switching on. Models 2005-2006 town & country, voyager, grand caravan, caravan, grand voyager.
- 10046001Dodge/chrysler: behavior of headlamp switch function may impact lighting systems such as overload spike of electrical systems, turning off or unanticipated illumination, flickering or dimming of exterior and/or interior light with engine IS at idle speed, or single lamp in either interior or exterior lighting system. Models 2005-2006 town & country, voyager, caravan and grand caravan.
- 10033108Dodge/chrysler: supplemental front airbag sensors on about 310,000 certain vehicles may crack under certain conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. These sensors were added to enhance the performance of the vehicle's airbag system; however, a cracked sensor may not operate properly in a frontal crash. A cracked sensor can also illuminate the airbag warning light. Right and left supplemental front airbag sensors must be replaced and the sensor wiring harness connectors must be inspected and replaced, if necessary. Csc letter was rec'd.
- 100234201-2 and/or 2-3 shift harness. Erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module with new software IS necessary.
- 10023351Exterior lamp - lens fogging.
- 10022182Power sliding door adjustment and diagnosis aid. Updated 10/26/07.
- 10021668Cleaning procedure for the mechanical throttle body.
- 10021599Passenger air bag deactivation.
- 10021251Mil illumination - p0461 fuel level switch sensor #1 performance.
- 10021248Cracked windshield due to being hit by a foreign object like a stone.
- 10021247Tire pressure monitor system information.
- 10021239Powertrain control module initialization.
- 10020494Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum.
- 100200463RD row seat front leg will not retract.
- 10019632Snow/water ingestion into rear brake drum.
- 10019243Loose fuel cap message or malfunction indicator lamp illumination for diagnostic trouble code p0457 - evap system - loose fuel cap.
- 10018985Tire pressure monitor - system information.
- 10017651Revised power steering system bleeding procedures.
- 10017640Oil pressure indicator illuminated and dtc p0522 stored in pcm. The consumer may describe that the oil pressure indicator IS on while driving.
- 10016580Rattle sound from steering wheel area.
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