2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Steering Problems
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, 4% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 92,500 miles. The words owners use most often: “traction control” (16% of reports).
- 55steering complaints
- 92,500median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 10%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 9 of 55 complaints (16%)
- Steering brakes: mentioned in 6 of 55 complaints (11%)
- Shuts off: mentioned in 6 of 55 complaints (11%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 46 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 55 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 1 a fire.
Dodge Grand Caravan steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 1 | 5% | 83,749 |
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 2 | 1% | 4,000 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 5 | 2% | 41,120 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 5 | 1% | 57,000 |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 11 | 1% | 58,350 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 77,800 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 6 | 2% | 12,000 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 18 | 4% | 111,500 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 14 | 2% | 108,600 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 15 | 3% | 91,000 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 64 | 7% | 91,750 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 23 | 4% | 82,500 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 55 | 4% | 92,500 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 14 | 8% | 42,300 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 61 | 21% | 53,000 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 76 | 8% | 47,970 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 13 | 11% | 39,250 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 45 | 21% | 40,000 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 53 | 18% | 35,500 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 25 | 8% | 55,000 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 30 | 7% | 90,000 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 29 | 7% | 105,000 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 23 | 4% | 64,893 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 35 | 6% | 135,995 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 75 | 6% | 90,000 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 2 | 2% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module; steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
Risk: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that a dealer recently serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V396000 (Air Bags, Steering). The contact stated that the dealer replaced the airbag module components located underneath the center console; however, the connected wiring…
2008 dodge grand caravan. Consumer writes in regard to nhtsa safety recall 20v-396.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge grand caravan. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 20v396000 (air bags, steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to jim shorkey north hills chrysler dodge jeep ram (7670 mcknight rd…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2008 Dodge Grand Caravans have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 55 owner complaints about steering for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan (4% of the 1,293 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan steering?
Yes: 1 safety recall list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do steering problems start?
The median reported mileage is 92,500 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about steering problems on the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 9 of 55 complaints, followed by “steering brakes” (6).
Other 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
- Electrical System problems (815)
- Air Bags problems (294)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (133)
- Engine problems (117)
- Service Brakes problems (74)
- Power Train problems (68)
See all 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan problems or steering problems across all Grand Caravan years.