2009 Dodge Caravan recalls and problems

The 2009 Dodge Caravan has 2 safety recalls and 118 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
118
Crashes / fires
3 / 3
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2009 Dodge Caravan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2009 Dodge Caravan recalls

Recall 10V-164: Suspension

Reported Apr 23, 2010 · 834 vehicles affected · BRAUN CORPORATION

Problem: The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. During conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. In raising the chassis, the rear spring hats come into closer proximity to the rear tires. In rough or aggressive driving situations the tires may intermittently contact the rear spring hats.

Risk: Contact between the tire spring hat may wear a hole in the tire over time. This may result in loss of vehicle control in the event of tire pressure loss increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

Recall 10V-148: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Apr 13, 2010 · 843 vehicles affected · BRAUN CORPORATION

Problem: The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan commercial entervans which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. During conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. In raising the chassis, the fuel fill pipe comes into closer proximity to the left rear tire. In rough or aggressive driving situations, the tire may intermittently contact the fuel fill pipe.

Risk: Contact between the tire and fuel fill pipe may wear a hole in one or the other components over time. This may result in loss of vehicle control in the event of tire pressure loss, or a vehicle fire in the event the fuel pipe is compromised.

Fix: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

2009 Dodge Caravan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System72
Air Bags26
Engine17
Wheels9
Steering8
Tires8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Service Brakes6
Unknown or Other5
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)3
Vehicle Speed Control3

Most reported parts

  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 3
  • Tires › Valve — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 1
  • Electrical System › Wiring — 1
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 75,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2009 Dodge Caravan complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) · reported Jan 7, 2019
The door in the back will open an close on it on almost closed on my daughter while get out of car an no button was pushed to close the door. Going down the road and all gauges are coming on an wipers coming on by them self . Key getting stuck in the ignition.
Air Bags · at 74,000 miles · reported Dec 18, 2018
Vehicle (2009 d. Caravan) was being driven on a city street. After having stopped at a 4-way intersection, driver proceeded into intersection at very low speed and was struck broadside on the right when a 1999 chev. Tahoe failed to stop. Tahoe speed estimated at 30-35 MPH. Rt. Side air bags deployed at which time front seat passenger (Female, approximately 5' 1" ) was struck on head by airbag which moved to her left causing passenger's head to hit side window. Airbag remained on the left side of her head until her husband, the driver, forcibly moved it over to her right in order for emt…
Air Bags · at 185,000 miles · reported Nov 8, 2017
On october 24, 2017 at approximately 12:00 noon my van was parked with the engine off and all of a sudden both side airbags in the van deployed. No one was in the car. Car was totaled by my insurance company. I reported this to chrysler and they will not do anything about the total loss of my veichle
Wheels · at 140,000 miles · reported Nov 1, 2017
This is the second (Tpms) tire pressure sensor that has snapped off in my hands as I was attempting to put air into a low tire. These things are dangerous as the metal fatigues without warning or visible evidence of such. Especially living in an area like mine, where road salt, moisture,ice and snow and changes in temperature occur regularly these sensors can cause a sudden deflation of a tire if they break which might lead to a catastrophic crash. Luckily for me the two times it has occurred it has happened in my driveway. However, both times it necessitated jacking my vehicle up with full…
Electrical System · at 149,000 miles · reported Mar 30, 2017
My dodge caravan just stalls while driving. It has happened about 5 times this past year. The engine cuts off and I have to pull over and restart. It has only happened while driving between 20-40 miles per hour. It has not happened on the highway I had the ignition switch replaced so I know it is not that. Sometimes when my car will not start I have to put it in neutral and it starts. Our mechanic cannot find anything wrong but did see the engine failure while running a diagnostic.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Dodge Caravan: 10V-164 (suspension), 10V-148 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Dodge Caravan?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (72 reports), followed by air bags (26). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 75,000 miles.

Are Dodge recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Dodge dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.