1996 Dodge Grand Caravan electrical system problems
197 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“There are many problems with my 1996 dodge grand caravan. 1. The windshield and rear wipers will go on an off when they want too. Sometimes when you turn them on you can't turn them off. The back one will come on sometimes when starting the car. 2. The horn all of a sudden stopped working. 3. When…”
filed Aug 17, 2008
“The van will start then immediately turn off. It does this more when it is hot outside. If you let the vehicle sit for about 4 hours in the shade it will start and get you to your next destination. If the weather is too hot it won't start until the weather changes to cooler. I have replaced the…”
filed Jul 10, 2008
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Grand Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 4 | 21% |
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 56 | 24% |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 91 | 34% |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 142 | 35% |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 314 | 31% |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 37 | 13% |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 128 | 36% |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 254 | 54% |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 336 | 58% |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 332 | 63% |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 546 | 63% |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 334 | 62% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.