| Issue ID | 1728178 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11398671 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| File date | 05/02/21 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Significant oil leak on 2016 grand caravan due to oil filter housing crack. Mechanic was careful not to over torque and leak did not occur until outside temperatures dropped below zero. Leak was discovered while vehicle was stationary bc of large puddle of oil. Vehicle is unsafe to drive. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 130000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MADISON, WI |
| VIN pattern | 2C4RDGBGXGRXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | 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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