2005 Dodge Caravan Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2005 Dodge Caravan recalls

Most common 2005 Dodge Caravan problems

Problem areas named in the 537 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Latches/Locks/Linkages	203
Electrical System	125
Exterior Lighting	91
Air Bags	49
Steering	29
Fuel/Propulsion System	22
Suspension	19
Power Train	15
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	15
Structure	15

What owners report

2023-01-09, Air Bags
Air bag Light stays On, even with seat belt attached, so this means air bag is not working, not sure driver side, or passenger. went to Dodge dealer, they would NOT fix it!!

2022-01-08, Structure
The door locks do not work for the sliding doors or the passenger side of the vehicle. We tried to fix this issue by checking the door lock fuse out to make sure it was okay, and it was. The driver's side is the only one that locks. The passenger door lock will not push down and lock when pressed down manually. I feel this is a safety issue and I have seen that others online are having problems with their door locks not working or getting stuck and not unlocking. I don't understand why there is no recall on this issue with the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. This is a serious safe issue on any vehicle. My sliding doors have to be manually locked and as I said, the passenger side won't lock, so it'

2020-11-06, Fuel/Propulsion System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE VEHICLE'S FAILURE BEGAN TO OCCUR WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 2 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (MOUNTAIN VALLEY MOTORS, INC. 7535 APPALACHIAN HWY, BLUE RIDGE, GA 30513; (706) 516-1053) WHO INFORMED THEM THAT THE CHECK VALVE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, THEREFORE, THE ENTIRE TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO WHERE THE VALVE WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OPENED A CASE NUMBER. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEIR VEH

2020-02-18, Fuel/Propulsion System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A SMOG TEST DETECTED A FUEL LEAK FROM THE FUEL TANK. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO THE SMOG TEST BEING PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED OR INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 148,936.

2019-12-04, Unknown Or Other
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISING AROUND HER CHEST THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK FROM THE RADIATOR AND THEY REPLACED THE HOOD. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT HER EMPLOYER OWNED A FLEET OF VEHICLES THAT EXPERIENCED THE

2005 Dodge Caravan questions

Does the 2005 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Dodge Caravan: Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Dodge Caravan?

Based on 537 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Latches/Locks/Linkages (203), Electrical System (125), Exterior Lighting (91).

How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Dodge Caravan has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.