Dodge Grand Caravan Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 583 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan across 20 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (133). The words owners use most often: “brake pads” (16% of reports).
- 583service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 23mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- $540typical repair cost reported by owners
- 25%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.
- Brake pads: mentioned in 94 of 583 complaints (16%)
- Front brakes: mentioned in 64 of 583 complaints (11%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 33 of 583 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes, hydraulic repair on the Dodge Grand Caravan at $540, and half of them between $370 and $680.
Based on 25 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2001–2011), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 314 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 583 complaints, 23 mention a crash, 11 a fire, 7 an injury.
Dodge Grand Caravan service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 70,000 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 130,000 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 42,000 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 2 | 0% | 105,703 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 16 | 2% | 18,000 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 33 | 6% | 23,673 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 133 | 10% | 20,000 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 5 | 3% | 52,569 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 8 | 3% | 29,002 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 26 | 3% | 23,000 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 14 | 12% | 49,240 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 14 | 6% | 25,356 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 32 | 11% | 23,000 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 19 | 6% | 43,666 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 36 | 8% | 40,000 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 50 | 12% | 96,500 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 38 | 7% | 97,000 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 54 | 9% | 102,000 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 95 | 8% | 120,000 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 5 | 5% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Model years: 2018, 2019
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Model years: 2008, 2009
Problem: 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.
Risk: A brake fluid leak could result in a loss of braking ability, possibly causing a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Model years: 1997
Problem: The master cylinder rear seal, between the hydraulic fluid and the vacuum reservoir, may not seal adequately allowing hydraulic fluid to be drawn into the power assist vacuum reservoir.
Risk: As the hydraulic fluid in the master cylinder reservoir decreases, the level sensor will detect the loss of fluid and illuminate the instrument panel brake warning lamp. Continued operation of the vehicle with the warning lamp illuminated can result in extended stopping distances.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder on all affected vehicles. Addendum (4-14-97): vehicles inspected per chrysler recall no. 707 and found to be outside the listed suspect master cylinder date code range, must now have the master cylinder primary piston replaced (chrysler recall no. 714).
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the driverâs side rear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was…
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH and attempting to slow for a traffic signal, the vehicle was not slowing down as intended. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted an abnormal odor and the brakes seized while driving various speeds. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the passenger side brake caliper was smoking. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge grand caravan. While driving 30 mph, there was a grinding noise coming from the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the technician could not find a failure. The brake caliper was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 35 mph and attempting to apply the brakes, one of the brake pads fractured and caused the rear driver side tire to lock up. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact removed the wheel in order to…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Grand Caravans have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 583 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Dodge Grand Caravan. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Grand Caravan service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners report a typical cost of $540 (half paid between $370 and $680), from 25 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most frequent phrase is “brake pads”, in 94 of 583 complaints, followed by “front brakes” (64).
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