transmission problem
9.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$1,958.00
Average Mileage:
75,833 miles
Number of complaints:
6 complaints
Most common solutions:
- I called dodge customer support, no help at all (2 reports)
- get a new transmission (1 reports)
- parked and will sell for parts (1 reports)
- replace imput and output sensors, clean electrical connector (1 reports)
- replaced tranny (1 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission failure
2004Jan 10
(reported on)Grand Caravan EX
- 30,000 miles
ok this is bullshit i got a dodge piece of crap van it had 28,000 miles on it ok at 30,000 miles the tranny took a shit the warranty covered that now at 61,000 miles the second tranny is starting to take a crap.. what the heck is a guy to do about this i cant afford to put a tranny in this thing . DODGE TRANNYS SSSUUUCCCKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!
2007Jul 01
(reported on)Grand Caravan Sport 3.3L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 80,000 miles
I bought this van used with 70000 highway miles on it and purchased the extended warranty at time of purchase. The extended warranty had just run out so I was responsible for the new transmission.
2007Jan 07
(reported on)Grand Caravan 3.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 100,000 miles
The tranny just self-destructed, taking the housing with it. This van was not driven hard, never used for towing. The cost of repair is more than the thing is worth. Can't find a used tranny because so many have failed. Wrecker does not want the vehicle because he already has too many of them.
2006Oct 05
(reported on)Grand Caravan
- 80,000 miles
If I believed what the dealership & transmission shop said was the problem and their solution for repairing the problem I would be out roughly $3,200. Researching the history of transmission problems with the Caravan I couldn't justify spending that amount of money rebuilding or replacing it - why would I want to? It's proved to be a faulty & unreliable. I couldn't find a mechanic that was trustworthy anywhere. Every one of them would see a female coming and then play me for stupid. I don't know much about the new computers/technology in cars today, but I still work on my 68 Z-28 (no specialized mechanic required). So, yeah I know the basics front to rear. Anyway, I started talking with everyone I knew about who they used to work on their vehicles, asking questions about honesty, reilability, pricing, warranty, etc. and I finally found a one man shop. This guy is GREAT! He doesn't feed me any bull crap, does what he says, extremely reasonable in price and time. He repaired my transmission and it's been great ever since. Apparently there is a transmission hose that continually comes loose and the gasket likes to work it's way out, both causing leaks. I have found that fluid level in this transmission is critical - an ounce or two low can make the difference in going into and staying in gear. So have your transmission serviced, replace the hose('s), gasket, etc. and make sure they do it, not just say they will. Check your fluid at lease every two weeks. These minor repairs made all the difference in my trans - I put it in gear and it stays in gear - no slip.
2006Feb 06
(reported on)Grand Caravan ES
- 56,000 miles
I gave my husband's van to my daughter in Houston. He passed away and I did this because she needed a vehicle. The transmission went out at 56,000 and before that a new water pump. A year later it happened again and the transmission went out again. I have looked up on the internet and found many people with the same problem with Dodge Caravans. From what I understand Chrysler knew about this problem with their transmissions but don't do anything about it. I will never buy another American car again. It will either be a
Toyota or a Honda.
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2008Aug 08
Grand Caravan ES 3.3L
The vehicle kept going to limp mode and engine check light remained on. I took the vehicle to a mechanic he ran a scan check on it and said complete transmission malfunction, required complete overhaul. I threw up the bullcrap flag and went to the internet for answers. After several days of research I analyzed the problem to be bad sensors. I took the van to a Dodge dealership and they ran a FREE scan with a DRB III scanner (don't use anything else). They told me after a 200 foot test drive that the scanner was not receiving a signal from the sensors. The technician offered to install the sensors but I elected to install them. He told me to remove the air cleaner to have better access to the sensors. DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. I used a 1 inch deepwell socket to remove the sensors, it took about 10 minutes to do both. This can be done by anyone, I would even let my 14 year old son do it. One more thing, there is an electrical connector covering the output sensor. Use a 8MM socket to remove the connector and make sure there is no transmission fluid in there. This is a really bad position for this connector because when you fill the transmission tube and spill some fluid, it does directly into this connector. Reattach the connector, install the air cleaner, reconnect the battery, DONE. I hope this helps a lot of folks out.
Robert R.
Tucson, AZ, USA
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