Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
10V008000CHRYSLER GROUP LLCfrom 01/19/2005 to 04/05/2006V (Vehicle)30895004/19/2010ODICHRYSLER GROUP LLC01/11/201001/11/2010
Defect SummaryChrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, alaska and the district of columbia. the front crash sensors may crack under certain environmental conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. this can cause the sensor to become inoperative and illuminate the airbag warning light. these sensors were added to enhance the performance of the airbag system in certain frontal crashes.
Consequence SummaryIf the front crash sensors become inoperative, the driver is immediately alerted by illumination of the airbag warning light and the vehicle should be promptly serviced. until the vehicle is repaired, the airbags may not provide the enhanced protection in the event of a crash.
Corrective SummaryChrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
NotesChrysler's campaign number is j38. chrysler has not decided that this is a defect related to motor vehicle safety.however, chrysler has informed nhtsa that it will provide the modifications described above at no cost.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
EA06003CHRYSLER GROUP LLC03/08/200605/22/2007FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE07V192000
 Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07v-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 133,128 my 2005 minivans, will receive a lifetime warranty on the front crash sensors.although these vehicles use the same brass bushing sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.dcc will also provide written notification to all affected vehicle owners.nhtsa and dcc differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, dcc is implementing steps to replace the subject components.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
RQ09003CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/01/200902/18/2010FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE10V008000
 Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
RQ09003CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/01/200902/18/2010FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE10V008000
 Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
RQ09003CHRYSLER GROUP LLC07/01/200902/18/2010FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE10V008000
 Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
EA06003CHRYSLER GROUP LLC03/08/200605/22/2007FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE07V192000
 Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07v-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 133,128 my 2005 minivans, will receive a lifetime warranty on the front crash sensors.although these vehicles use the same brass bushing sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.dcc will also provide written notification to all affected vehicle owners.nhtsa and dcc differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, dcc is implementing steps to replace the subject components.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS
12/15/201079000
 I have 2 2006 grand caravans, both with about 80k miles. both of the airbag lights came on at about the same time and they stay on. checking the internet, chrysler has issued recalls for over 300k 2005 and 2006 vehicles. i called chrsler and one of the cars is covered and the other is not. the vin is 208gp44l16r909774
04/01/201029500
 Airbag light indicating a system fault. 4/13/2010 dealer service dept, found failure of both front crash sensors and wiring connectors corroded. both sensors and wiring needed replacement. dealer advises they are not aware of any service bulletins or recall campaign for this problem problem
01/15/201070000
 Replaced battery and airbag light illuminated. the airbag fail light illuminates every time the car is started
03/29/2010440001
 I have a 2006 dodge grand caravan vin# [xxx]. the airbag warning light comes on and off. the car is no longer under warranty. i found a recall for this item but it does not include my state of fl. i am very concerned about my safety and of my kids. will i be able to take my vehicle in for the current recall? information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
02/01/2009200004
 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt..................airbag light on all the time. had to the dealer four times........last time they said they replaced a part. light came back on the next day and has been on ever since................several months ago. am taking my grandchildren on a 2,000 trip june 1st and want it fixed by then, but looks like the recall won't even go out until june. from what i have read they have known about and were investigating this problem for several years. i have not had an accident, but if i do ..........i want the airbag to work properly!!! *tr
04/02/20091
 Airbag indicator stays on. *tr
12/30/2009930001
 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt 3.8 airbag sensor light on, but no deployment! same on my 2005 town & country van!!!! *tr
12/18/2009460001
 My 2006 model year dodge grand caravan has had the airbag light lit for several weeks now. i am aware that there was a recall on models through the 2005 year but from what i can find on the internet chrysler will not replace the defective part on later models. this is a serious safety issue, given the fact that the airbags will not deploy in the event of a collision. it should be fixed at no cost to the consumer under a recall. *tr
10/01/2008410001
 My 2006 model year dodge grand caravan has had the airbag light lit for several months now. the dodge dealership in my area claims there was a recall for 2005 model year only, despite the fact that the 2006 model grand caravan is virtually identical to the 2005 model vehicle. my vehicle developed this airbag problem when it was only 2 years old. this is a serious safety issue, given the fact that the airbags will not deploy in the event of a collision. it should be fixed at no cost to the consumer under a recall. *tr
07/29/200817000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. while driving 45 mph, the contact had to make a sudden sharp turn and crashed into a tree head on. none of the air bags deployed. the contact injured her eye, nose, and fractured one of her ribs. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. a police report was filed. the vin was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 17,000.
06/15/2008440001
 The airbag sensor in my 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt continues to remain on. *tr
05/25/2008426311
 Air bag light on,told air bag is not working with light on. air bag sensor and wiring replaced to correct problem. its not covered under warranty on a 2006 dodge grand caravan. *tr
02/18/2008425162
 On 2/18/07 my 2006 dodge/chrysler minivan was repaired by replacing the front impact sensors that deploys the airbag system upon impact due to corrosion of the seals on the sensors and wiring. 2005 models were recalled due to the same problem and it appears the problem is continuing into at least the 2006 models. please advise. *tr
02/12/200844000110/03/2005
 Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. the air bag warning light illuminated and would not turn off, which indicated that the air bag was deactivated. the vehicle was not inspected by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 44,000. updated 3/11/08 *cn updated 03/11/08 *tr
12/13/20069000106/14/2006
 12-13-06 front car collusion with no air bag deployment. approximate speed of vehicle less than 40 mph. approximately 24 inch intrusion into middle of the front of the car by passenger side fender area of car that caused collusion. damage to car will require complete replacement of existing air bag sensors. *jb
03/15/200620542112/21/2005
 While returning from a trip, my drivers side air bag light on the gauge cluster on my 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt illuminated with out warning. *nm
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
06/27/201155000
 On 6/27/11 the air bags deployed in our 2006 dodge grand caravan for no reason while the vehicle was being driven at about 25 mph. the driver had minor injuries. chrysler has refused to repair the vehicle at their cost and have given us a repair quote of about $4000.00. chrysler told us thatthe airbag warning light was on for 250 driving hours before the incident, but that is completely false. they will not release the report to us. at this point, the vehicle has not yet been repaired. after the incident, we were told about a previous airbag recall on some 2006 grand caravans. after the incident, the 2008 grand caravans were also recalled for unexpected airbag deployment.
02/15/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the technicians stated that the air bag sensor was corroded and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v008000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module) that could have been related to the failure but the contact was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. kmj
06/27/201155000
 On 6/27/11 the air bags deployed in our 2006 dodge grand caravan for no reason while the vehicle was being driven at about 25 mph. the driver had minor injuries. chrysler has refused to repair the vehicle at their cost and have given us a repair quote of about $4000.00. chrysler told us thatthe airbag warning light was on for 250 driving hours before the incident, but that is completely false. they will not release the report to us. at this point, the vehicle has not yet been repaired. after the incident, we were told about a previous airbag recall on some 2006 grand caravans. after the incident, the 2008 grand caravans were also recalled for unexpected airbag deployment.
02/15/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the technicians stated that the air bag sensor was corroded and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v008000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module) that could have been related to the failure but the contact was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. kmj
06/27/201155000
 On 6/27/11 the air bags deployed in our 2006 dodge grand caravan for no reason while the vehicle was being driven at about 25 mph. the driver had minor injuries. chrysler has refused to repair the vehicle at their cost and have given us a repair quote of about $4000.00. chrysler told us thatthe airbag warning light was on for 250 driving hours before the incident, but that is completely false. they will not release the report to us. at this point, the vehicle has not yet been repaired. after the incident, we were told about a previous airbag recall on some 2006 grand caravans. after the incident, the 2008 grand caravans were also recalled for unexpected airbag deployment.
02/15/201155000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. while parked the contact noticed the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the technicians stated the air bag sensor was corroded and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v008000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module) that may be related to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds
07/17/201155000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2006 dodge grand caravan. while the contact was driving approximately 25 mph, the air bag warning light illuminated with the deployment of the frontal air bags. as a result to the deployment of the driver
02/08/201180198
 On february 8, 2011 while driving in the rain my 2006 dodge grand caravan airbag light came on. on february 14, 2011 i read online about nhtsa campaign id# 10v008000 and nhtsa action # rq09003 that stated this problem would be covered by chrysler free of cost. on february 17,2011 i took the vehicle to dodge for this to be fixed and they stated m vin was not one of the vins covered by the safety campaign so i had to pay $225 to have the front airbag crash sensor and wiring leading up to the senor replaced.
12/11/20105089
 Back rear window imploded for the second time(first time 2009, second time 2010), nobody seems to have an answer for why this happens other than it was cold and snowy outside so the weather must have caused this to occur, (that is what they say) my family was in the van in the driveway getting ready to leave so i know for a fact that nothing went thru the window just a major defect of dodge. numerous issues with this van starting when van had 5000 miles, air bag sensor on, sliding doors do not work properly, loud sound from engine, tie rods need replaced for third time, control arm broke, locks make a whiny sound, check service engine light on told 3 times that we needed new spark plugs . really at 30,000 miles. we changed them, light still on today. after an inspection of van now dealer sates that the alternator, water pump, sertine belt, egv valve, valve gasket, all needs replaced and the light on had nothing to do with spark plugs, go figure. i have sent dealership and chrysler letters in regards to my safety concerns. this would be my fourth time calling chyrsler about major issues. they lack customer service and nothing ever done. we purchased new and van is now 5 years old with same and new problems since 5000 miles, now has 77,000. i will not be purchaseing a dodge van again!!
02/16/201052000
 I own a 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt that i bought new. it has 54044 miles and the airbag warning light comes on the dash board. i researched the problem and found a recall for the airbag sensor dated 01/11/2010. i checked with dodge, was told that my vechile was not part of the recall, even though i'm experiencing the same problem listed in the airbag recall dated 01/11/2010. i live in upstate new york. my vechile is exposed to road salt due to the large volume of snow we recieve here. i'm not sure why my vechile isn't covered under this recall.
02/17/201051000
 The airbag light is on, i had it to a garage and they put it on there machine and determined it is the front sensor. i keep checking and they say this vehicle is not one of the 312 thousand that have the same problem.
02/26/2010872761
 Airbag sensor in front of 2006 dodge grand caravan failed (warning light went on) and had to be replaced. mechanic said the sensor connections were corroded due to exposure to water. called dodge regarding current recall, which is for the exact same problem, but they say my vehicle isn't part of recall. *tr
06/05/2009300001
 Passenger weight sensor defective causing air bag to be active when underweight person or light object in seat. air bag will discharge potentially causing injury to child or small adult or firing when not required. *tr
07/17/2009387061
 I have a 2006 dodge grand caravan sxt, red airbag light on the dash board and the dealer stated it was corroded terminals in connectors, needs right sensor and connector replaced. the vehicle has 38,706 miles on it. i see a new nhtsa action rq09003. the cost of fixing this was $114.34 and i want it back. no old parts are available since i didn't think of it when i got it fixed. *tr
01/01/2008250001
 Front passenger seat weight sensor. the passenger airbag off light, which lights up during car start-up sequence, does not light when seat is empty. brought into royal gate dodge, ballwin mo for service. was told by the service manager the light did not illuminate by design and that it would only illuminate when there was weight (approx 10lbs - 40lbs) in the seat. no parts were replaced, no action taken by dealer to correct situation, no sensor check was accomplished. the defective sensor, which indicates there is sufficient weight in the seat to fire airbag, can cause serious consequences including the death. at the very least the bag would fire unnecessarily causing extensive repair costs to replace the bag and dash (likely a desirable result for the dealer). more importantly, if a smaller person or child is sitting in seat, serious injury could result. specific date reported can be obtained from dealer. date below very approximate. *tr
09/16/2008350001
 Low speed (around 15 miles per hour) front end collision resulted in deployment of driver side airbags. knee airbag with hard plastic cover deployed against shins of driver, my wife. within minutes of the accident she had sever bruising, swelling and pain. within a few weeks, the skin and tissue on left leg turned black and required surgery to remove. a few days later she had a skin graft done. six months later she continues to have significant issues with swelling, pain and circulation. surgeon has now referred her to another specialist. *tr
01/23/2009326181
 The 2006 dodge grand caravan has 33,000 miles on it and had an airbag light come on. thought the vehicle was still under warranty so brought it to a dealer for repair. the dealer said that the impact sensors had corroded and needed to be replaced. the vehicle's warranty had expired in november of 08. i felt that it was unusual for the sensors to go bad with so few miles that i started to inquire about it. i discovered nhtsa investigation number ea06003 and subsequent recall number 07v-192. these were not mentioned during the visit. i then had my fiance contact chrysler's customer service to report this and get the van fixed. when they were asked to fix the van they stated that they would not cover costs. i feel that the recall / problem poses a serious safety risk since the airbags are not functioning. it seems to me that the recall involves more vehicle than chrysler is owning up to, or they are not conforming to the original agreement in the action report mentioned above. *tr
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
03/29/2010440001
 I have a 2006 dodge grand caravan vin# [xxx]. the airbag warning light comes on and off. the car is no longer under warranty. i found a recall for this item but it does not include my state of fl. i am very concerned about my safety and of my kids. will i be able to take my vehicle in for the current recall? information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
02/26/200842056102/26/2007
 Vehicle only has 42,000 miles on it and the air bag sensor had to be replaced. air bag light went on for no apparent reason. i understand that the 2005 dodge caravan had a recall for this issue. please advise. *tr
AIR BAGS - KNEE BOLSTER
05/26/20061000104/01/2006
 During a recent accident in my 2006 dodge grand caravan, the deployment of the knee airbag caused substantial bruising and abrasions to my shins, and i expect to be permanently scarred as a result. were it not for the knee airbag, i would have walked away from the accident without a scratch. *jb