Chrysler recalls minivans for airbag issues

Chrysler is recalling 2005-2006 model year minivans because the front crash sensors may crack under certain conditions, allowing water to enter the sensor and render it useless. There does not appear to be any crash risk as the only outcome is the loss of the sensor and illumination of the “check airbags” light. Owners can [...]

60 day trade-in: Chrysler starts the minivan pledge

People who trade in a competitive product for a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Grand Caravan minivan can drive the vehicle ‘risk-free’ for 60 days, giving competitive owners the peace of mind to ‘try us again,’ according to a Chrysler release today.
“The Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country have [...]

Dodge launches Hero minivan

Dodge is launching a new Hero level Dodge Caravan minivan, starting at $25,675. The van is essentially a trim package, one step above SE but not at SXT; it includes a 3.8 liter engine, Stow ‘n’ Go seats, power second row windows and third row vents, a bright center stack, audio controls on the wheel, [...]

Chrysler adds to minivan a/c warranty

Chrysler has sent out notices to owners of 2006 and 2007 minivans informing them that their rear air conditioner’s evaporator is now warranted for 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first, due to a leak which can occur “under certain limited operating conditions.”

The notice tells customers that repairs already done will be covered if [...]

Dodge Grand Caravan is the most reliable minivan, according to J.D. Power

J.D. Power rated the Dodge Grand Caravan as the most reliable minivan in America, giving it a higher reliability score than any other full or midsized van. The Grand Caravan was named Most Dependable Van, beating the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna.
This test covers three full years, and is a better measure of long-term reliability [...]

Chrysler wants to rehire white-collar workers

After two years of brutal slashing that left the company unable to produce new vehicles, knowledgeable sources say Chrysler Group now plans to bring back some of the salaried workers it had cut and ask its current employees to start putting in overtime.
The driving force behind the change is CEO Sergio Marchionne’s desire to get [...]