2013 dodge Grand Caravan electrical problems

moderate 232 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints

232

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$850

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 13V283000 02/07/2013

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013

In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.

What owners are reporting 8 most recent

electrical · filed 12/31/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V234000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE DELAY. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.

electrical · filed 12/30/2014

2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. A PROBLEM WITH THE WINDOW SWITCH FOR THE TWO REAR WINDOWS. *TA THE CONSUMER STATED IT SHOULDN'T TAKE 3 1/2 MONTHS TO GET A PART TO CORRECT A RECALL DEFECT. RECALL # 14V234000. *JB

electrical · filed 12/29/2017

VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, TOOK TO GARAGE THEY SAID FUEL PUMP, STILL WOULD NOT WORK, TOOK BACK THEY SAID TIPM, HAD IT CHANGED, GOT VAN BACK NOW THE SIGNAL LIGHTS DON'T WORK TOOK BACK THEY TEST IT AND GUESS WHAT TIPM AGAIN, SO NOW AFTER NEARLY 3000 IN REPAIRS AND 800 IN RENTALS I AM WAITING ANOTHER WEEK FOR ANOTHER TIPM NOT IMPRESSED AT ALL. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE IT IS FAR TO COMMON AND SHOUL…

electrical · filed 12/27/2014

MY REAR QUARTER VENT WINDOWS WERE ON A RECALL AND I TOOK IT TO THE DODGE DEALERSHIP (MAY 2014) WHERE THEY DISCONNECTED THE AUTOMATIC SWITCH TO THE WINDOWS. IT HAS NOW BEEN NON-OPERATIONAL SINCE THEN. I HAVE CONTACTED DODGE CORPORATE OFFICES AND THE DEALERSHIP ON A ROUTINE BASIS TO BE CONSTANTLY TOLD THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHEN THIS WILL BE REPAIRED. THIS IS BEYOND A REASONABLE TIME TO FIX SOMETHI…

electrical · filed 12/25/2019

THE LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON ON DRIVER SIDE DOOR STOPPED WORKING, REAR GATE IS CLOSED TIGHT BUT INDICATOR SAYS IT'S OPEN AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING

electrical · filed 12/20/2019

I STARTED TO HAVE A PROBLEM STARTING MY VAN I CALLED MY MECHANIC AND HE ASKED ME WHAT HAPPENED I TOLD HIM THAT I TRIED TO START THE VAN IT DOESN'T START IMMEDIATELY I HAVE TO TRY SEVERAL TIMES AND AFTER A WHILE THE BATTERY WILL BE DEAD IN THE MORNING AND I STARTED TO DISCONNECT MY BATTERY TERMINAL HE SAID HE SEEN THIS PROBLEM BEFORE IT'S VERY COMMON IN DODGE GRAND CARAVAN IT'S THE TIPM ( THE FUSE …

electrical · filed 12/11/2018

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING 24-005-16 COVERED 2014-2015 GRAND CARAVANS BUT NOT 2013. NEED TO RE-CALIBRATING OR REPLACING THE HEATING, VENTILATIONS, AIR CONDITIONING BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR. COLD AIR ONE SIDE HOT ON THE OTHER ON AND OFFF

electrical · filed 12/11/2013

2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING SYSTEM. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHILE THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WAS STILL IN THE OFF POSITION. ANY TIME THE DASH LIGHTS WERE ON, MANY DRIVERS ASSUMED THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON TOO. HOWEVER, THAT WAS NOT THE CASE WITH THE WIRING SYSTEM IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE …

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2013 dodge Grand Caravan?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 232 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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 electrical?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.