10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
51,805 miles

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2014 Dodge Grand Caravan engine problems

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2014 Dodge Grand Caravan Owner Comments (Page 2 of 4)

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problem #53

Jun 092021

Grand Caravan

  • 95,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle would not restart and had to be towed back to the residence. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent however, the mechanic stated that there was nothing that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

- Greenwell Springs, LA, USA

problem #52

Apr 292021

Grand Caravan

  • 80,000 miles
Intermittently the vehicle will shut off engine during stop and with have to turn key over again. We've had this van for 3 weeks and it has happened twice. Both times have been when decelerating to a stop. The first time it happened while in reverse and the second time it happened when in drive moving forward to a stop.

- Livermore, KY, USA

problem #51

May 142020

Grand Caravan

  • 162,500 miles
The engine suddenly shuts off. The dealer replaced a computer chip, but the engine still shuts off. It first happened in May 2020. It shuts off about every 2-3 weeks. It happens when first started, when accerating, when slowing down, and/or when stopping. It's especially dangerous when traveling at highway speeds

- Farmington, NY, USA

problem #50

Mar 012020

Grand Caravan 6-cyl

  • 68,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Additionally, the vehicle failed to start and the contact had to manipulate the ignition switch for the vehicle to restart. The contact called zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of plainwell (1186 M-89, plainwell, mi 49080, (269) 685-5800) and was informed that the failure may be caused by the win module. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 68,000.

- Shelbyville, MI, USA

problem #49

Mar 012020

Grand Caravan 6-cyl

  • 127,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle started to hesitate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the ignition coil number 6 was replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000. Consumer stated he spoke to 3 different dealers and all stated it was a common issue the entire rear cylinder head had to be replaced. For Dodge vans and this model should also be included.

- Morristown,, NJ, USA

problem #48

Mar 142020

Grand Caravan 6-cyl

  • 115,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact noticed oil on the floor of the garage. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the oil filter cooler housing fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

- Grand Rapids, MN, USA

problem #47

Mar 022020

Grand Caravan

  • 81,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My engine light came on my 2014 grand Dodge Caravan. The code came back as P0302- misfire in cylinder two. I changed all my spark plugs. It did not correct the problem. The mechanic said the misfire is still happening. My mechanic determined that there is low compression on cylinder #2. this is a recurring and commonly known problem with the pentastar engine! this van only has 80,000 miles! he said he needs to open the engine and replace the lifters and intake values. He said this is rare and definitely is a manufacture issue! recall and have this fixed already!

- Sarasota, FL, USA

problem #46

Feb 212020

Grand Caravan

  • 80,000 miles
2014 Dodge Caravan w/ about 80,000 miles had a P-0302 cylinder misfire-code. This was caused by a bearing failure on rocker rocker arm on left side, approximately 3 months after the 6 year power train warranty ran out. Cylinder misfires were intermittent and caused rough idling. The van is not driven roughly and this is very early in the engine's life for something like that to happen. It seems to be a fairly common issue with this model car / engine, indicating something wrong with the design...

- Livonia, MI, USA

problem #45

Jan 222020

Grand Caravan

  • 78,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT. The contact stated while reversing the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was oil on the ground where the vehicle was moved from. The contact stated while driving the oil level decreased unexpectedly. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for repairs. The manufacturer was notified of this failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000

- Westfield, IN, USA

problem #44

Dec 232019

Grand Caravan

  • 45,000 miles
On 12-23-2019 at approximately 11:49 pm; my engine shutdown while driving at 30-mph down a city street. Incident nearly caused a crash..

- Miami Beach, FL, USA

problem #43

Nov 152019

Grand Caravan

  • 59,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Oil filter housing is faulty, started leaking oil outta no where and many others I've researched online are having the same problem. Was told by dealer it was cause of over tightening oil filter started leaking right before I was about to do an oil change so I doubt it was over tightened.

- Des Moines, IA, USA

problem #42

Oct 052019

Grand Caravan

  • 134,000 miles
Problems with the rocker arms multiple times. Engine light is on but only picks up on a thermostat problem not the not the rocker arm problem. The van loses power going up hill and of course the warranty ran out 2 weeks before I called dealership.

- Boomer, WV, USA

problem #41

Sep 192019

Grand Caravan

  • 50,000 miles
On 9/19/18, was driving on hwy 394 in minneapolis when first had problem. Engine die on me in the middle if highway. It was doing rush hours and was going low speed, probaby around 10-20 mph. I was able to restart van and drove the rest of that day with no proble. Today had same problem, 9/20/19, it happens 3X. One was when I was pulling into a parking lot, same thing happen on the 2X. The 3X is when I was going 20-30 mph and was following sveral curve of the street when it happen. I could not turn or stop cause engine stop working. Almost went up the curve. Again, I was able to start the van fine and go on my way. I call dealer in brooklyn center, mn for a diagnosis for 9/24. Look up problem on internet and found people with same problem everywhere.

- Saint Paul, MN, USA

problem #40

Jul 012019

Grand Caravan

  • 126,000 miles
Van stalled a few times, out of the blue, while driving at a low speed due to construction. Never had previous problem. Stalled in road while trying to make a left turn into gas station. Got van running and attempted to turn, motor died down to barely a crawl and was about to stall as a semi truck approached us. Gas pedal to the floor, tires squealing barely got out of the trucks way. Engine stalled again, coasted into station but blocking drive. Could not start again, had to push out of the way. It turned out to be the #2 cylinder which is the same issues the 2011-2013's Grand Caravan had a safety bulletin 09-002-14 put out for in 2014. I have attached a copy of my repair bill.

- Ashley, MI, USA

problem #39

May 042019

Grand Caravan

  • 76,000 miles
My wife was driving our 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan home from the store in May 2019 when the engine stalled and shut off in an intersection. Thankfully someone stopped to help push the van out of the intersection. We were able to get the van towed to our local dealer/service. Diagnostics indicated an engine misfire and service technician found low compression in cylinder #3. further troubleshooting determined the problem was a valve failure and the dealer repairs cost us over $2,700. Unfortunately, our 5yr/50,000mi limited powertrain warranty expired in April...eight days before the engine failure! we previously enjoyed owning a Chrysler Town & Country and have been happy with the performance and utility of the Grand Caravan, but the engine failure seems to be the same issue as other owners have experienced on previous model years. Apparently the powertrain warranty was extended for 2011-2013 model years, but not 2014. This is an issue that needs to be resolved by fca us before it becomes a safety issue.

- Poway, CA, USA

problem #38

Apr 292019

Grand Caravan

  • 51,000 miles
I bought brand new a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan as a family car. I'm still paying on this vehicle and with 51,000 miles the canister filter housing is spewing oil. And guess what not under warranty. Chrysler won't stand behind it. Apparently this is not unheard of. If you have a 3.6 liter in any vehicle with this engine this will happen to you. Shame on Chrysler for there greed to not build a decent car and not stand behind it. So be up front with customers and tell the they will have to shell out several hundreds of dollars to fix or recall the part that is a potential fire hazard.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

problem #37

Apr 032019

Grand Caravan

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving approximately 40 mph, a ticking noise emerged from the engine compartment and the vehicle stalled. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled at least four times within the last three months. The vehicle was taken to garber Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep (5330 bay road, saginaw, mi 48664) where it was diagnosed that the roller rocker on the camshaft was damaged and needed replacement. The contact was also advised that this was a common occurrence with that type of engine. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

- Vassar, MI, USA

problem #36

Mar 192019

Grand Caravan

  • 119,000 miles
While driving the check engine light came on when I came to a red light I noticed the engine idle was rough. I checked the code when I got home P0305 misfire in cylinder no. 5 I had the spark plug and coil pack replaced cleared the code engine still idled rough and check engine light came back on. I had a mechanic look at it and found defective valve guide in cylinder no.5 he stated this is a common problem with this engine.lesson learned don't buy Dodge.

- Atoka, TN, USA

problem #35

Feb 012018

Grand Caravan

  • 60,000 miles
At 4 years old and about 60000 miles, my Caravan started to severely leak oil. It would go through a quart a week. From my internet research it seems like the oil filter housing is the main culprit. I hope they recall the defective parts.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #34

Feb 032019

Grand Caravan

  • miles
We have had nothing but problems with this vehicle. We have replaced cams and rockers, coil packs and spark plugs, starter, battery, PCM and still get AP304 code. We have taken it back where we bought our vehicle and they cannot figure it out! we have taken it to 2 different mechanics....one says we need an engine and one says the pistons and head. What is wrong with Chrysler? they know they have more than 7500 pentastar engines that are faulty....stand behind your product & reputation!!!! engine runs fine running but shudders at idle.....fix this issue!

- Fenwick, MI, USA

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