| Issue ID | 1556873 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11196979 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| File date | 18/08/14 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | They did not open in 3 van wreaks - the faulty tipm fuse boxes were put in at the factory (reconditioned fuse boxes) dodge has admitted to this in the dodge durango's. There are many many more models in the chrysler/dodge group of cars and trucks with this same problem but they are making money hand over fist at their repair shops so why fix it there is a easy fix they are not telling you about,the capacitors in your car,van or truck are over loading to fix all you have to do is disconnect the battery both the negative and positive sides for 24 the fist time, then 3 hours,then again each time for 1 hour when you see a faulty light come on or lights on you dash panel flashing or your engine shuts off while driving. This should clear up after 3 times of doing this. This worked for me my van does not shut off anymore,no more dash lights flashing. You may have to do this more than 3 times ?. But it works has been over a year now. Happen while driving and sitting still. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 134000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MEMPHIS, TN |
| VIN pattern | 1D8HN44H88BXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | Y |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 45 |
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