2005 Dodge Grand Caravan latches/locks/linkages problems
338 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan — 34% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the power door locks failed to operate as needed, without warning. The contact also stated that the driver's side door was the only door that could be opened manually with the key. Upon investigation, the contact discovered…”
filed May 11, 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. While driving 25 mph, the passenger side sliding door opened without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and attempted to close the door automatically by depressing the sliding door button; however, it failed to close…”
filed Jun 15, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Grand Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 9 | 4% |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 15 | 6% |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 27 | 7% |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 24 | 2% |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 4 | 1% |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 2 | 0% |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 3 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.