[General]: caravan 2014
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caravan 2014
Hello everybody just looking for input and maybe an answer.
I bought my Caravan in November 2014 and have had a vibration in the front end since. I have had at least two alignment, 5 wheel balancement and got my wheels road forced twice and still have a vibration. All under warranty so didn't pay for it.
any input from experience would be nice.
I bought my Caravan in November 2014 and have had a vibration in the front end since. I have had at least two alignment, 5 wheel balancement and got my wheels road forced twice and still have a vibration. All under warranty so didn't pay for it.
any input from experience would be nice.
Specifically when does the vibration occur? Sitting still? While driving? Does it increase/decrease with speed? only happen at a constant speed? Only does it while braking? Cornering? Please be a little more specific, it could be anything.
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A couple of oddball thoughts since you've already done the obvious:
- Is there anything on the exterior of the car other than the factory roof rack that would affect the car's aerodynamics (e.g., ski rack)?
- Has the dealership checked for loose suspension hardware, axles/CV joints, tie rods, etc?
- Does it only vibrate in the winter? Ice accretion on the wheels can cause vibration that a dealership might not be able to replicate.
- Does the vibration occur if you rev the engine while it's in park or neutral? This might indicate a bad motor mount.
If you bought the van new you also might consider looking into whether your jurisdiction's lemon laws apply here.
- Is there anything on the exterior of the car other than the factory roof rack that would affect the car's aerodynamics (e.g., ski rack)?
- Has the dealership checked for loose suspension hardware, axles/CV joints, tie rods, etc?
- Does it only vibrate in the winter? Ice accretion on the wheels can cause vibration that a dealership might not be able to replicate.
- Does the vibration occur if you rev the engine while it's in park or neutral? This might indicate a bad motor mount.
If you bought the van new you also might consider looking into whether your jurisdiction's lemon laws apply here.
Last edited by kuyabribri; Feb 11, 2016 at 08:09 AM.
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There is a TSB for the front brake rotors that could be related to what you're experiencing:
TSB 05-005-14 REV. A
SUBJECT:
Steering Wheel And/Or Seat Vibration - Front Brake Rotors
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting the Julian date and if necessary, replacing the front brake rotors.
MODELS:
2014 - 2015 (RT) Chrysler Town And Country
Dodge Caravan
Ram C/V Tradesman
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or after June 01, 2014 (MDH 0601XX) and on or before August 01, 2014 (MDH 0801XX) equipped with Anti-Lock 4-Wheel-Disc Brakes (Sales Code BRG) or Anti-Lock 4-Wheel HD Disc Brakes (Sales Code BR3).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may describe a shake and/or vibration in the steering wheel and/or the seat while driving at highway speeds without the brakes applied. This vibration may be caused by out of balance front brake rotors.
TSB 05-005-14 REV. A
SUBJECT:
Steering Wheel And/Or Seat Vibration - Front Brake Rotors
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves inspecting the Julian date and if necessary, replacing the front brake rotors.
MODELS:
2014 - 2015 (RT) Chrysler Town And Country
Dodge Caravan
Ram C/V Tradesman
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or after June 01, 2014 (MDH 0601XX) and on or before August 01, 2014 (MDH 0801XX) equipped with Anti-Lock 4-Wheel-Disc Brakes (Sales Code BRG) or Anti-Lock 4-Wheel HD Disc Brakes (Sales Code BR3).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may describe a shake and/or vibration in the steering wheel and/or the seat while driving at highway speeds without the brakes applied. This vibration may be caused by out of balance front brake rotors.
