Automatic transmission failure
Transmission replacement/rebuild required, repeatedly across model years
Check engine light: On
Multiple documented transmission replacements/rebuilds at 75,000-190,000+ miles, with repair costs recurring from $4,700 to $5,900+ — one of the most expensive and most frequently repeated failure categories found for any nameplate to date. This is a mechanical/torque-converter failure pattern, distinct from a 'strawberry milkshake' fluid-contamination theme.
$4,700 – $5,900+75,000 – 190,000+ mi
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Sliding door malfunction
Doors fail to latch, open while driving, or fall off their tracks
Check engine light: Off
Sliding doors failing to latch, opening while the vehicle is in motion, or falling off their hinges/tracks — over 40 NHTSA complaints in a single model year. Similar sliding-door failures are reported on other manufacturers' minivans.
$500 – $2,500
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VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) malfunction
Sudden deceleration or power loss, and uncontrolled low-speed acceleration
Check engine light: On
VSA warning lights accompanied by sudden deceleration or power loss (25+ complaints); separately, uncontrolled acceleration at low speed (5-10 mph) causing crash damage in at least one documented case. Covered in part by Campaign 13V500000.
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Engine mount fracturing
Chronic vibration, accelerated wear linked to ECO/cylinder-deactivation mode
Check engine light: On
Chronic engine mount weakness reported across model years, contributing to vibration complaints; accelerated wear is specifically linked to ECO/cylinder-deactivation mode operation.
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Brake system issues, including fluid loss without a visible leak
Soft pedal feel, extended stopping distances, warped rotors
Check engine light: On
Soft pedal feel, extended stopping distances, warped rotors, and — notably — brake fluid mysteriously disappearing with no visible leak identified, a somewhat unusual and harder-to-diagnose failure mode.
documented at 205,000 mi in one case
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Engine issues, including head gasket failure
Head gasket failure, complete engine replacement
Check engine light: On
Head gasket failure at a relatively low 167,715 miles; separately, a complete engine replacement at 116,300 miles traced to water pump bolts breaking during timing belt service. Separately, fuel leaks and odors reported, addressed in part by Campaign 14V112000.
$5,000 – $6,300116,300 – 167,715 mi
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Warped Front Brake Rotors May Cause Vibration When Braking
Warped front brake rotors cause vibration when braking
Check engine light: Off
Warped front brake rotors cause vibration when braking. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 828 owner reports on file.
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Check Engine and D4 Lights Flashing
Check engine and D4 lights flash
Check engine light: On
Check engine and D4 lights flash. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 284 owner reports on file.
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Clock Light May Burn Out
Clock light burns out
Check engine light: Off
Clock light burns out. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 164 owner reports on file.
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Check engine light with rough running and hard starting
Check engine light for running rough and difficulty starting
Check engine light: On
Check engine light for running rough and difficulty starting. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 110 owner reports on file.
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Check engine light from catalytic converter problems
Check engine light on due to catalytic converter issues
Check engine light: On
Check engine light on due to catalytic converter issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 106 owner reports on file.
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Porous Engine Block Casting May Cause Engine Oil Leaks
Porous engine block casting causes engine oil leaks
Check engine light: Off
Porous engine block casting causes engine oil leaks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 51 owner reports on file.
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Noise From Front Wheel Bearings, Replace Both
Noise from the front wheel bearings; both need replacement
Check engine light: Off
Noise from the front wheel bearings; both need replacement. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 47 owner reports on file.
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Rear (Vent) Windows Operate Intermittently, and Eventually Fail
Rear vent windows operate intermittently and eventually fail
Check engine light: Off
Rear vent windows operate intermittently and eventually fail. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 46 owner reports on file.
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Third Row Seat Won't Unlatch Due to Loose Latch Cables
Third row seat won't unlatch due to loose latch cables
Check engine light: Off
Third row seat won't unlatch due to loose latch cables. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 46 owner reports on file.
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Knocking Noise From Front End, Stabilizer Link Issues
Knocking noise from the front end due to stabilizer link issues
Check engine light: Off
Knocking noise from the front end due to stabilizer link issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 43 owner reports on file.
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Engine Idle Speed Is Erratic or Engine Stalls
Engine idle speed is erratic, or the engine stalls
Check engine light: Off
Engine idle speed is erratic, or the engine stalls. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 37 owner reports on file.
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The most expensive and most frequently reported problem for this generation is automatic transmission failure, with repair costs from $4,700 to $5,900+ recurring across multiple documented cases at 75,000-190,000+ miles. A separate problem is sliding doors failing to latch, opening while the vehicle is in motion, or falling off their tracks. Over 40 NHTSA complaints were filed in a single model year, and the same problem is reported on minivans from other makes.