How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Dodge Caravan?

NHTSA lists 16 engine-related complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caravan, which is 21% of the 78 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Caravan engine problems?

No related recalls are listed in the data for this engine issue on the 2011 Dodge Caravan. One complainant noted a similar engine had a recall on a different model, but not on the Caravan.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2011 Dodge Caravan?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2011 Dodge Caravan is 76,000 miles.

How does the 2011 Caravan compare to other years for engine complaints?

The 2011 Caravan's engine complaints make up 21% of its total complaints, similar to the 2010 model at 23% and 2012 at 24%, while later years like 2013 and 2015 sit at 13%.

2011 Dodge Caravan Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 16 engine complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caravan, 21% of its 78 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 76,000 miles. No recall is on file for this engine issue on the 2011 model year.

Engine complaints: 16; 21% of 78
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 76,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report the engine or vehicle randomly failing to start, sometimes requiring multiple attempts or a tow.
Several owners describe the vehicle stalling or dying suddenly while idling at a stop sign or stop light.
Some drivers report the engine stalling while moving at speeds around 45 to 50 mph, with the vehicle losing acceleration before restarting or failing to restart.
One owner reported the engine cranking excessively before starting, then sputtering and dying, and noted a similar issue tied to a recall on a related 3.6-liter engine used in another model.
One complaint describes a gas pedal sticking during acceleration, which a dealer attributed to the pedal assembly rather than the engine control system.
A dealer told one owner that the TIPM (totally integrated power module) needed replacement after repeated stalling.

When 2011 Dodge Caravan engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 20, 2014, latest Aug 8, 2018.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2014 to Aug 2018; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2011 Dodge Caravan

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Caravan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201039 (23%)
201116 (21%)
201221 (24%)
20134 (13%)
20145 (25%)
20153 (13%)
20160 (0%)
20171 (100%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Dodge Caravan?: NHTSA lists 16 engine-related complaints for the 2011 Dodge Caravan, which is 21% of the 78 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Caravan engine problems?: No related recalls are listed in the data for this engine issue on the 2011 Dodge Caravan. One complainant noted a similar engine had a recall on a different model, but not on the Caravan.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2011 Dodge Caravan?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2011 Dodge Caravan is 76,000 miles.
How does the 2011 Caravan compare to other years for engine complaints?: The 2011 Caravan's engine complaints make up 21% of its total complaints, similar to the 2010 model at 23% and 2012 at 24%, while later years like 2013 and 2015 sit at 13%.