2008 Dodge Caravan Brakes Problems

“My van cuts off while driving. Its very dangerous. I've almost been rear ended a few times. I've had the ignition changed as part of the recall but my van has been cutting off everyday now. This happens more when you first start driving the car. About 2 minutes after the van has been started to drive.”

“My 2008 Dodge Caravan needs front and rear pads and my dealer said the rotors could be cut. I told him to take it off the lift. I can't afford that right now - just paid 2 college tuition payments. We bought the car brand new and this happened at 24,000. I do not drive fast. My hubby's toyota has almost 30,000 mi. And does not need brakes and he's a little tougher on a car!”

“I bought a 2008 Caravan from a local dealer, the first road trip we took the front brakes got hot and pulled to the left, causing the motor to loss power, we took it to the dealer to have it checked and they couldn't find anything wrong. I believe this is a safety issue and I am afraid to drive the van for long distance, what can I do?”

“Traveling 55 down highway suddenly brake engages and brake came up on dash board.brake stays on for a minute or so then notice that it sounds as if I am over revving engine. When I could safely pull over I did so put in park for a minute went again as soon as I reached over 35 it still sounded as if I was over revving engine. When I could safely pull over again I shut the vehicle off at this time the windshield wipers start going and the horn is sounding off. I then got out disconnected the battery waited for 5 minites reconnected. …”

“2008 Dodge grand Caravan with mileage at 25,000 the brakes and rotors had to be replaced on both front and back at a cost of $815.00. Not included in warranty even though vehicle purchased new in february, 2009. Right rear wheel became very hot and smoking. There was a terrible smell like metal on metal and when we put water on it - it sizzled. We still had 80miles until home and no garage opened on sat. Evening.”