When driving the vehicle shifted to N and then back to D automatically. Shuddering sometimes. Took the vehicle at dealer and they mentioned transmission is and an issue and will need torque converter.Code P0740 and check engine light illuminated after this.
2015 dodge Grand Caravan powertrain problems
moderate 74 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
74
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle revved up but, failed to shift into gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the conta…
When approaching a stop van start vibrating and stop will start after 3 try and does same thing over again
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO EXCEED 25 MPH WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEAL FAILED AND THE TRANSMISSION HAD A DEFECTIVE VALVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TRNSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.…
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, there was a whining noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the c…
ON CITY STREET AND HIGHWAY, ESPECIALLY AFTER FULL STOP. THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WHINING ON LEFT FRONT. ROLLED BACKWARD ON SLIGHT HILL. HAD TOWED TO MECHANIC. ATTACHED IS LIST OF ISSUES, MAINLY POWERTRAIN AND TRANSMISSION. MECHANIC SAID THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE (CAMPAIGN # 16V461000). DODGE DEALER CLAIMED NO RECALL ON MY SPECIFIC VIN, BUT FOR VEHICLES MADE AT A SIMILAR TIME. ONLY 690…
Drove down the highway, took an exit, came to a red-light, turns green, press the gas car won't move for about 2-4 seconds then jumps into gear and stays stuck in first...look up the problem see there was a recall for the Transmission on the year and model but only some of them.
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2015 dodge Grand Caravan?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 74 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain 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 $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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