2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1,341
Owner Complaints
6
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
3
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
The 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN has received a total of 1,341 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, SEATS, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Latcheslockslinkages (301 complaints), Electrical System (243 complaints), and Exterior Lighting (129 complaints).
Recalls for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN, potentially affecting up to 582,622 vehicles.
Recall 10V271000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
| 13 vehicles affected
Defect: ALL IN ONE MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2008 CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIVOTING PLATE AND THE PIVOTING PLATE PIN.
Consequence: THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY BE INJURED IF THE SEAT BASE PIN WERE TO BREAK.
Remedy: ALL IN ONE MOBILITY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALL IN ONE MOBILITY AT 1-503-255-5005.
View full details →Recall 10V261000 — SEATS
| 2 vehicles affected
Defect: ARIZONA MOBILITY PRODUCTS (AMP) IS RECALLING ONE 2005 AND ONE 2007 CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON DODGE GRAND CARAVAN CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIVOTING PLATE AND THE PIVOTING PLATE PIN.
Consequence: THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY BE INJURED IF THE SEAT BASE PIN WERE TO BREAK.
Remedy: AMP WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 10, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AMP AT 1-602-385-5988.
View full details →Recall 10V008000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
| 308,950 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, TENNESSEE, UTAH, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST...
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 07E104000 — VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
| 1,657 vehicles affected
Defect: 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 MATERIALS."
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 06V067000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
| 268,800 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN VANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ARMATURE SHAFT MAY BREAK.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 04V047000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
| 3,200 vehicles affected
Defect: AFTER PERFORMING THE NCAP TEST, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITHOUT THE AVAILABLE "STOW 'N GO" SEATING OPTION, THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED.
Consequence: AS A RESULT, THE SEAT BELT MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES AND ANY SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE STAKE WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
1,341 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to turn on the headlight and became aware that the headlights were inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was unknown.
For some reason my caravan has started leaking gas from on top of the gas tank. not sure why, but I heard the was a recall but it was over 15 years ago so you people don't list anything older. i've only had the car a couple months, and also having a catalytic converter problem as well..
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the front driver’s side tire detached from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the independent mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact was provided a cost for the repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 157,000.
Several times in past year after filling the gas tank, shortly after driving away from gas station the engine misfires and stalls. This has been a safety hazard when merging into traffic. This problem is widely noted in forums on the internet for Chrysler minivans, for many other model years including the 2005. The best explanation being given (link follows) is that the vapor/liquid separator valve on top of the fuel tank has failed, a part that is not replaceable--the entire fuel tank must be replaced. Some report it happened when their minivan was brand new. https://ricksfreeautorepairadvice.com/engine-stalls-after-filling-tank-chrysler-minivan/
Safety Rating for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
08-008-13 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH
Headlights Fail To Illuminate, Or Illuminate And Then Turn Off (X45 Lifetime Warranty Extension) This bulletin is intended to serve as an aid in diagnosis and testing of the headlamp switch assembly.This bulletin involves removing and replacing the headlamp switch if necessary. The vehicle operator may describe one or both...
01 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
THE UNDERBODY REAR A/C AND HEATER TUBE MOUNTING BRACKETS MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT CORROSION PROTECTION - CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION F01. *TT
NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
NHTSA has opened 3 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN.
Investigation DP14002 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Closed
Opened:
Engine Stall After Refueling
Other Model Years of the DODGE GRAND CARAVAN
- 2000 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 558 complaints
- 2001 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 362 complaints
- 2002 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 415 complaints
- 2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 289 complaints
- 2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 144 complaints
- 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN (current)
- 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 378 complaints
- 2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 273 complaints
- 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 1,962 complaints
- 2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 797 complaints
- 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN — 1,307 complaints
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- DODGE RAM 2500 — 8,092 total complaints
- DODGE INTREPID — 8,078 total complaints
- DODGE JOURNEY — 7,849 total complaints