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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2011 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel system problems
moderate Owners of the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan have filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system, typically surfacing around 199,000 miles at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
10
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,200
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 3 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan (this page) | 10 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 7 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Instructions to inspect the EO label on the fuel tank for accuracy and replace as required any affected label
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire P0302- Cylinder 2 Misfire P0304- Cylinder 4 Misfire P0306- Cylinder 6 Misfire
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: ? P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire ? P0302- Cylinder 2 Misfire ? P0304- Cylinder 4 Misfire ? P0306- Cylinder 6 Misfire
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2011 Dodge Grand Caravans describe two overlapping fuel-system problems. The first is outright fuel pump failure: the pump stops working or fails to deliver fuel, causing stalls during driving and hard-start or no-start conditions requiring multiple attempts or jump-starts. Failures cluster around 160k–300k miles but appear as early as 34k.
The second is a fuel pump that won't shut off—it keeps running after the engine is turned off, draining the battery and eventually preventing restart. One owner had to manually unplug the fuse to stop it.
A third pattern emerges from repair records: owners replaced the fuel pump only to have the problem return. The underlying culprit, according to independent mechanics, is the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) or TCIM (Transmission Control Interface Module)—an electrical control unit that's supposed to manage the fuel pump relay but is failing and dragging the pump and relay with it.
One owner also reports an ignition-switch stall similar to a known recall, but his vehicle was excluded from that campaign despite matching the symptoms.
Dealers have inconsistently diagnosed these failures, and owners report their VINs are not covered under existing recalls, even when the symptoms align with recall conditions. Repair costs run $600+ for fuel pump alone, plus additional module replacement costs.
Failure modes owners describe
Fuel pump failure with stalling and no-start
Fuel pump stops working or fails to deliver fuel, causing engine stall during driving and intermittent or complete no-start condition. Owners report needing multiple restart attempts or roadside jump-starts.
When: 200,000 miles; 199,000 miles; 300,000 miles; 160,000 miles; 34,000 miles; varies
Symptoms owners cite: Engine stalls while driving at highway and city speeds; Vehicle fails to start or requires multiple restart attempts; No fuel entering engine; Repeated need for jump-starts and roadside assistance
Codes mentioned: P0230, P0231, P0232
Repairs/costs cited: Fuel pump replacement ($600+); TIPM module replacement; fuel pump relay replacement. Some repairs attempted but failure persisted.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 19V813000 (Electrical System) referenced; VINs reportedly not included in recalls despite exhibiting same symptoms as recall-related failures
Fuel pump remains running after engine shutdown
Fuel pump continues operating even after the engine is turned off, draining the battery and causing eventual no-start condition. Owners report needing to unplug the fuse to stop pump operation.
When: 200,000 miles; mileage not available
Symptoms owners cite: Fuel pump runs continuously after ignition off; Battery dies as result of extended pump operation; Traction, ABS, and check engine warning lights illuminate; Vehicle immobilized
Codes mentioned: P0230
Repairs/costs cited: Fuse had to be manually unplugged to disable fuel pump; no permanent repair documented
TIPM/TCIM module causing fuel pump relay and pump failure
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or Transmission Control Interface Module (TCIM) malfunction triggers fuel pump relay failure and subsequent fuel pump failure. Owners report dealer initially misdiagnosed the issue, attributing failure to fuel pump when root cause was the module.
When: 199,000 miles; varies
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to start after fuel pump replacement; Fuel pump relay fails; Multiple diagnostic attempts required
Codes mentioned: P0230, P0231, P0232
Repairs/costs cited: TIPM/TCIM module replacement required; initial fuel pump replacement ($600+) ineffective without module repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: VINs not covered under recalls; dealer stated VIN not affected by TCIM failure recall
Ignition switch failure with intermittent no-start
Ignition switch malfunction causes stalling and intermittent hard-start condition. Owner discovered recall for ignition switch but vehicle was excluded from recall coverage by model year, despite exhibiting identical symptoms.
When: 200,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalls while driving at 35 MPH; Multiple warning lights illuminate on instrument panel; Intermittent hard-start requiring several attempts
Repairs/costs cited: Ignition switch replacement; vehicle initially diagnosed as needing fuel pump
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Ignition switch recall exists but vehicle model year excluded despite matching failure symptoms; no open recalls reported by dealer
Synthesized from 10 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 10 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most fuel system failures cluster between 98,000 and 200,000 miles, with the median around 199,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 98,000; a quarter make it past 200,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Dodge/Grand Caravan.
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