| Issue ID | 888516 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10432403 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 21/10/11 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge grand caravan. The contact noticed smoke coming from the engine. After inspection, he noticed that the heater had fractured and was causing water to leak onto the engine compartment. The contact took the part to the dealer where he was informed that the heater hose would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, offered no assistance. No repairs were performed. The current and failure mileages were 73,866. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 73866 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | LAKE ELSNOIR COURT, CA |
| VIN pattern | 1D8HN44EX9BXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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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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