2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Recalls (7)

Campaign:
09V046000 on 02/03/2009
Component:
Electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Manufactured:
06/22/2008 - 12/15/2008
Affected:
6,138
Defect:
Chrysler is recalling 6,138 my 2009 town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles. unused electrical connectors for the blind spot detection system may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions.
Consequence:
If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connectors could overheat and potentially catch fire.
Correction:
Dealers will seal the power circuit at the subject connector and replace the fuse for this circuit if necessary free of charge. the recall began on march 9, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
Chrysler recall no. j01.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09V351000 on 09/10/2009
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic
Manufactured:
01/30/2008 - 05/30/2009
Affected:
82
Defect:
Eldorado national is recalling model year 2008-2009 amerivan mobility vehicles built on chrysler town & country and dodge grand caravan platforms vehicles. the rear brake lines may have been improperly routed and not secured properly during the alteration. if not routed and secured properly, the brake lines could rub against the vehicle causing a brake fluid leak.
Consequence:
A brake fluid leak could result in a loss of braking ability, possibly causing a crash.
Correction:
Eldorado national amerivan dealers will inspect the vehicles and if the brake lines were improperly routed they will be correctly reinstalled free of charge. the safety recall began on october 13, 2009. owners may contact eldorado national at 1-800-955-9086. these minivans have been altered into wheelchair accessible vehicles by eldorado. this recall is not being conducted by chrysler group llc and will not be performed at no cost by dodge or chrysler dealers unless they are also an eldorado national dealer.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V235000 on 06/02/2010
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
01/31/2007 - 09/29/2009
Affected:
284,655
Defect:
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country passenger vehicles manufactured from february 2007 through september 2009. some of the vehicles may have been built with an improperly routed wire harness that may have a condition where the lower sliding door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation.
Consequence:
A short circuit could occur inside the sliding door, overheating the latch, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on november 15, 2010. owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes:
Chrysler's recall campaign number is k14.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
14V055000 on 02/13/2014
Component:
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Manufactured:
01/31/2008 - 01/30/2011
Affected:
130
Defect:
Freedom motors inc., (freedom motors) of savaria vehicle group (formerly the liberty motor company) is recalling one model year 2009 volkswagen routan and certain model year 2008-2010 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country wheelchair accessible vehicles modified by the liberty motor company from february 2008 through january 2011. over time and with use, the vehicle's rear axle may develop cracks which could lead to axle failure.
Consequence:
Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Freedom motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. the recall began on april 1, 2014. owners can contact freedom motors at 1-800-561-9600. freedom motors' number for this recall is engf0216-3.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
14V373000 on 06/25/2014
Component:
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Manufactured:
01/25/2007 - 01/25/2007
Affected:
722,705
Defect:
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. the key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 dodge journey vehicles manufactured june 29, 2007, to june 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town and country vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, to june 17, 2010. road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence:
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the off or accessory position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key fobs, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r03. note: this is an expansion of recall 11v-139.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
14V373000 on 06/25/2014
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
01/25/2007 - 01/25/2007
Affected:
722,705
Defect:
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. the key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 dodge journey vehicles manufactured june 29, 2007, to june 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town and country vehicles manufactured january 26, 2007, to june 17, 2010. road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence:
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the off or accessory position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key fobs, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2015. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is r03. note: this is an expansion of recall 11v-139.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
16V047000 on 01/28/2016
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
06/17/2007 - 08/30/2008
Affected:
110,482
Defect:
Fca us llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 dodge journey vehicles manufactured december 31, 2007, to august 31, 2008, 2008-2009 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town and country vehicles manufactured june 18, 2007, to august 31, 2008. in the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
Consequence:
If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. the recall began on december 6, 2016. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is s07.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN TSBs (17)

Bulletin:
J-03
Component:
063110 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)
Summary:
Chrysler\dodge service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. an incorrect positive crankcase ventilation (pcv) valve may have been installed. an incorrect pcv valve can cause excessive exhaust emissions. csc letter was rec
Bulletin:
CS-J-29
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Chrysler/dodge: radiator cap on about 276,000 grand caravan and town and country vehicles may experience engine coolant weep and/or a slow leak resulting in low engine coolant levels. the radiator cap must be replaced. csc letter was rec
Bulletin:
SB-19-001-10
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Chrysler: power steering return lines. involves inspecting and if necessary removing and replacing the gear to cooler power steering return hose with a kevlar braided return hose. may experience leaks in power steering return line, at co
Bulletin:
SB-23-014-10
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Chrysler: sliding door will not latch in the full open position. involves inspecting the right and/or left sliding door operation and if necessary adjusting the sliding door latch position. applies to vehicles built before 4/30/10. *pe
Bulletin:
23-009-11
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Chrysler group: when the sliding door is fully open and is being closed the door may bind. 2009-2010 town & country. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-1234
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TS-WI-0249
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Instructions to inspect the eo label on the fuel tank for accuracy and replace as required any affected label
Bulletin:
RL108213A$
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Nag1 (5a580) valve body as per warranty bulletin d-13-22, please use r2108213a$ valve body for all warranty (w), mopar (m) and mopar vehicle protection (f) claims.~ assembly also includes filter (52108325aa) and gasket (52108332aa).~
Bulletin:
09-001-13
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Gasoline engine diagnostic inspection procedure this bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. this procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
Bulletin:
9002519
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
82212076, 82203694 - fabric cleaner this "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in california, the otc states (connecticut, delaware, massachusetts, maine, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, pennsylvania, virginia, and washington dc
Bulletin:
08-031-13
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Flash: audio distortion from the front door speakers when the rear aux port is used this bulletin involves re-flashing the amplifier with updated software. the customer may experience audio distortion from the front door speakers when th
Bulletin:
09-001-13
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Gasoline engine diagnostic inspection procedure this bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. this procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
Bulletin:
08-042-14
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Flash: dead battery this bulletin involves updating the fold and stow module (fsm) with new software because the fsm stays awake resulting in a continuous electrical draw. the customer may experience a dead battery.
Bulletin:
9003687
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Restraints remove i-sheet from packaging. correct information sheet (i-sheet) has been added to star parts. print i-sheet for technician use.
Bulletin:
9003681
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Restraints information sheet (i-sheet) has been added to star parts. print i-sheet for technician use.
Bulletin:
09-001-13
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Gasoline engine diagnostic inspection procedure this bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. this procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs
Bulletin:
TS-WI-0290
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Service bulletin sent to all dealers to inspect l-track bolts for correct torque and to incorporate torque check as part of regular maintenance

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