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Other or unknownPart report

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Other or unknown Problems

Complaints
42about this part
Share
3%of 1,293 total for the year
Median mileage
97,004miles
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 42 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, 3% of the 1,293 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,004 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Van started shaking violently while driving. Gets worse when I release the gas and when I put on the breaks. The shop has found that both the motor mounts and transmission mounts are broken.they said it is a known problem with this van and it is un safe to drive. Also wire harnesses in sliding doors wont stay in the track”

NHTSA complaint #11110205, filed 2018-07, 120,000 miles

“I have trouble with the ignition . When trying to start the vehicle sometimes it will just click. The module has been replaced, still have problem. Sometimes the key fob sticks and engine keeps trying to start. I then turn the ignition off manually. Starter has been replaced already too at my expense. I have replaced the strut and spring assemblies, but I get rough ride still.when turning I get a snapping sound in the steering.”

NHTSA complaint #11001835, filed 2017-06, 68,000 miles

“Tipm module malfunctioning. Wipers and horn will go off randomly, transmission will disengage at the same time. Power steering shuts off as well during episodes while driving! I have had to stop on the freeway with my kids in the car and restart the car.”

NHTSA complaint #10909460, filed 2016-09, 78,274 miles

“Recall ro3 important safety recall for wireless ignition node module I requested the service order for the important safety recall on 6/15/2015 received on 6/11/15. I have called every two weeks to check the status of the part order. This part has not been made accessible to the dealer. I called chrysler today and received no answers regarding when the part would be available to the dealer. Updated 10/06/15 updated 12/06/2017”

NHTSA complaint #10736146, filed 2015-07, 145,000 miles

“I have contacted lithia to replace the wireless ignition node multiple times and they continue to say they will call me and I still haven't heard from them. My ignition gets stuck and none of the electronics work.”

NHTSA complaint #10822547, filed 2016-01, 108,000 miles

Other or unknown: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2020315%
20195221%
20186624%
20179824%
201624124%
20154115%
20143610%
20135913%
20126010%
2011418%
2010647%
2009316%
2008423%
200753%
200672%
2005212%
200422%
200384%
2002103%
200141%
200061%
1999102%
1998163%
1997173%
1996595%
199555%
199442%
199393%
199273%
199111%
199024%
1989313%

Other parts of the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

Electrical system
815 complaints
Air bags
294 complaints
Brakes
212 complaints
Engine
117 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
68 complaints
Steering
55 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
53 complaints
Exterior lighting
48 complaints
Electronic stability control
39 complaints
Tires
30 complaints
Engine cooling
28 complaints
Vehicle speed control
28 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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