Dodge Grand Caravan problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 2,504 owner complaints and 31 recalls on file for the Dodge Grand Caravan (2005–2020). The 2016 Grand Caravan has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.

Complaints
2,504
Recalls
31
Model years
16
Worst year
2016

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Dodge Grand Caravan model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Dodge Grand Caravan years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — 687 complaints, 8 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  2. 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan — 357 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System
  3. 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan — 234 complaints, 5 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan — 250 complaints, 4 crashes; top problem: Electrical System
  5. 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan — 190 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2007 (5 complaints).

Every Dodge Grand Caravan model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2020 Grand Caravan205041Transmission & Drivetrain
2019 Grand Caravan23453124Electrical System
2018 Grand Caravan25040104Electrical System
2017 Grand Caravan3573173Electrical System
2016 Grand Caravan6878256Electrical System
2015 Grand Caravan1903194Transmission & Drivetrain
2014 Grand Caravan14637105Seats & Seat Belts
2013 Grand Caravan1734184Electrical System
2012 Grand Caravan1762416Electrical System
2011 Grand Caravan790314Electrical System
2010 Grand Caravan1094036Electrical System
2009 Grand Caravan311115Electrical System
2008 Grand Caravan311067Electrical System
2007 Grand Caravan50002Wheels & Tires
2006 Grand Caravan60002Airbags
2005 Grand Caravan101003Engine

Most common Dodge Grand Caravan problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    864 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    425 complaints
  • Engine
    421 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    389 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    205 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    162 complaints
  • Airbags
    147 complaints
  • Steering
    64 complaints
  • Brakes
    63 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    38 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Dodge Grand Caravan received by NHTSA each month.

Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

  • Recall 25V876000Dec 17, 202586 vehiclesModel years 2010–2020

    Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V396000Jul 7, 2020925,239 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V278000May 15, 2020122 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 19V759000Oct 24, 201930,354 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V524000Aug 9, 201812,779 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V523000Aug 9, 2018154,335 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019

    Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V824000Dec 21, 201761,791 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016

    Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

  • Recall 17V376000Jun 13, 2017209,135 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

  • Recall 16V461000Jun 24, 201626,298 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V300000May 16, 201699 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V047000Jan 29, 2016110,482 vehiclesModel years 2008–2009

    Risk: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V044000Jan 28, 2016184 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

  • Recall 15V595000Sep 24, 20151,625 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V632000Oct 8, 201410,390 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the TPMS light illuminates because the sensors cannot be located, it could mask an actual low tire pressure condition, possibly resulting in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V373000Jun 26, 2014722,705 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

  • Recall 14V234000May 7, 2014644,757 vehiclesModel years 2010–2014

    Risk: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 14V055000Feb 11, 2014130 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V291000Jul 2, 2013184 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 13V283000Jul 2, 2013224,264 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 12V191000May 2, 2012471 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: The power liftgate door may close on an appendage, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 12V141000Apr 3, 2012289 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: This could result in a decrease in durability, which may lead to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V487000Sep 29, 2011667 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V394000Aug 3, 2011298,949 vehiclesModel years 2008

    Risk: An inadvertent airbag deployment could result in injury to the seat occupant in front of the deploying airbag and/or a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 11V315000Jun 8, 201111,096 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.

  • Recall 11V139000Mar 1, 2011195,798 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: Engine shut off while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

Other Dodge models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology