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Dodge Grand Caravan (2011–2013): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Dodge Grand Caravans — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

Dodge Grand Caravan
PHOTO: IFCAR · PUBLIC DOMAIN · WIKIMEDIA COMMONS
2011–2013 TYPICAL 40k–140k MI $200–$1,200

TIPM fuel-pump relay failure (stall / no-start)

The fuel-pump relay inside the TIPM fuse box fails, causing stalls, long cranks, and intermittent no-starts — the classic sign is a warm engine that refuses to restart. An external relay bypass kit is a cheap, proven fix; a full TIPM costs far more. Ask whether either has been done.

BEFORE YOU BUY
Ask for repair records covering this item. If it hasn't been addressed and the car is in or near the mileage window, price the $200–$1,200 repair into your offer — or make it the seller's problem.

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