I've had the EXACT same issues. The transmission went out (while on a road trip) in Aug 2019. Found out there was a "recall" but not on my vin #. Company was not helpful at all. Had it replaced ($3000) hoping that I would get more life out of it. In the Fall of '20 the #2 cylinder misfire has occurred and I'm finding out that this too is a "common" problem, but also not addressed by the company.

 

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im wondering why no recall yet same issue and I’ve done tons of research everybody is having the same damn thing why is this not been taken care off . I’m. About to start a campaign to make this issue publicly know to millions . It’s rediculous this has not been done .

 

I hear and feel for you. Typical Chrysler B.S. never admitting there's a problem and failing to get to the root cause. Reminds me of the T.I.P.M. issues around 2010 where it was recalled only in the USA but not Canada even though problems were rampant with fuel pump relays and other electrical issues in many years not covered under the USA only recall. Quietly revising parts and making the customer pay until they got it right. That one cost me 2K. Thanks Chrysler. After driving and repairing Chrysler products for 30 yrs. as a dealership tech I'm done. Had enough and seen enough. Have driven 3 generations of minivans and then some my first Dodge was a 1977 Charger. I don't expect any vehicle or brand to be perfect but my next vehicle will be a Toyota. Yah I know slam me all you want for that. That reminds me my 2010 Caravan had Air Bag Recall W09 done. Chrysler pulled the Dodge Emblem out of the cover but never replaced it leaving a hole in my cover and a sorry about your luck. Still waiting for that one coming up on a year now. Guessing they are waiting for as many as possible to hit the scrap yard before they have to shell out to fix it right. That said would never buy a Pentastar 3.6L due to the never ending cylinder head story. They are somewhat better than they were back in 2011-2013 but they still don't have it right and continue to cost people lots of cash by denying the issue of premature failure.

 

Is there actually a class action to join? Same problem with my 2016 Grand Caravan. I’m losing it with all these problems and their “potential” fixes.

 

Hi Eric, sorry to hear. I have a 2014 Caravan about 160,000 KLMs so about 110,000 miles and recently started a miss in the engine. Got a tune up coils etc. and nothing changed. I'm afraid it's going to be a head issue. Can you tell me how to post on this site as I can't seem to find a link to do that? Much appreciated.
Garfield

 

~6 months ago, had an intermittent P219A code (AIR-FUEL RATIO CYLINDER IMBALANCE BANK 1 [Cylinders 1, 3, & 5]) which seemingly self-resolved. Road trip 2 months ago, P0303 and P0304 codes (Cylinder 3 and Cylinder 4 misfire) causing major engine vibration. Limped the vehicle to a Parts Store by going <20 MPH, replaced all sparkplugs (Odometer said 98,000, owner's manual recommends replacement at 100,000 miles). Nearly resolves issue, recurrent engine stuttering and P219A code remains. Stutter is present at both idle and at various speeds.

Online searches indicate possible causes: Manifold leak / Fuel injector clogged / Cam lift failure / Camshaft/Valvetrain problems / Ignition failure. Tried about 8 different fuel additives across several tanks of fuel.; two substantially improved the problem (Berryman B-12 and Gumout).

Local, trusted mechanic performed a vacuum test and smoke test checking for leaks/cracks, didn't find anything. Mechanic recommends a major disassembly to inspect cylinder heads (and a major bill to go with it, thanks but no thanks). Ordered a set of manifold gaskets from Rock Auto ( FEL-PRO MS97204 / https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=6325584 ), used video below for how to remove the intake manifold (for just removing the manifold, there are a number of additional parts/systems he removes, which you do not need to do). Note multiple guides (including the mechanic in that video) recommended pulling the fuel pump fuse to de-pressurize the fuel line, however when I attempted to do that, the engine just immediately shuts off. Later learned the correct way to starve the line/stall the engine is to disconnect the "fuel pump module electrical connector" which appears to be just above the fuel tank.

Replaced the intake manifold gaskets (upper and lower). Swapped injector coils for cylinders 3 & 4. Cleaned the contact plate where the lower manifold and engine block meet using brake cleaner/engine degreaser and a scouring pad. Removed fuel rail and did superficial, manual cleaning of the face of the fuel injectors. Lightly cleaned surfaces in manifold of carbon deposits.

Codes haven't recurred (yet). Drive is much smoother (lifter "ticking" ever present, has been for the last 3 years). Mileage significantly improved.

Only need to watch parts 1 through 3:
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Update: New misfire code on #5, replaced the ignition coil packs (which I should have done at the same time as the plugs). Realized it had the old version of the coils (0221504032) installed, replaced with the updated model: 0221504048
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=11179525&cc=3353538&pt=7060&jsn=9

Seems to be better, code resolved.

 

I have a 2019 Caravan, same problem.#2 misfire. 73000mi

 

wish me good.

 

Hello all,
Has anyone had any luck with this actually being repaired yet?
2018 dodge caravan sxt flex fuel here.
83,000 and having misfire codes p0302 and p0300.
Would this be considered electrical or mechanical failure?
thanks for your time.

 

Which ever cylinder that you are having a misfiring code. Try this if you are able too. Remove the spark plug and switch it to another cylinder, like misfire number 2. Switch the plug to number 4 and switch the coil pack to number 6. And see if the misfire follows one of those other cylinder. There as been problems with the front cylinder head, But also with the camshafts and rocker arms too. So you either need to isolate the problem. Do you know if the van is still under warranty?