2011 Dodge Grand Caravan engine problems

92 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan — 17% of all complaints for this model year.

Engine complaints

17%

share of all complaints

90,000 mi

median reported incident mileage

0 / 4

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the water pump was replaced. The contact stated…”
filed May 23, 2025
“V51 recall cause problems with power control module. Poor fuel economy Trouble starting/ restarting Engine not receiving power”
filed Jun 28, 2024

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also…
9003357A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 22, 2023
ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also…
9003357a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 22, 2023
ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on…
9003357 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 14, 2023