2019 Dodge Grand Caravan body & structure problems

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1. Filed Sep 16, 2026139,000 miNCBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while detailing the vehicle, the front driver’s side headrest exploded outward. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, and it was determined that the headrest needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with an unknown Technical Service Bulletin. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure via telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11764772 · source
2. Filed Jul 10, 2026CABody & Structure

   Minivan has sliding door lock actuator failure, driver side. Unable to open sliding door manually or with power door motor. Lock/unlock latch is stuck in locked position. This is a safety issue in case of vehicle crash or fire. Exact same issue with older models. Chrysler has issued a warranty bulletin (d-21-15) for factory repair of this same issue for 2015-2017 models. The exact same actuators are used in 2018 and 2019 models.

   NHTSA complaint #11749568 · source
3. Filed May 27, 2026INBody & StructureElectrical System

   Automatic sliding doors will not unlock or open at all- not manually, not with the inside door buttons, not with my key fob, and not with the automatic buttons on the front ceiling of the van. I have 3 young children all 5 and under. This is an EXTREMELY dangerous fault that puts all of their lives into danger! The inconvenience of a grown adult having to climb through the back hatch to lock her kids in is annoying yes but my concern is how I'm supposed to safely get to them…

   NHTSA complaint #11740352 · source
4. Filed Feb 18, 2026TXBody & Structure

   the sliding doors and sometimed the trunk door on this van unlocl and szlf open randomly. I took it to a mechanic and they said that it is the actuator failing. Dodge knows that this is a problem and extended the warranty, but the dealership in south audtin is difficult to work with. THIS JUSTIFIED A FULL RECALL BECAUSE THE DOORS COULD JUST SELF OPEN WHENEVER AND SOMEONE COULD FLY OUT OF THE VAN

   NHTSA complaint #11718888 · source
5. Filed Nov 12, 202596,000 miNVBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver's side sliding door made an abnormal clicking and buzzing sound while closing. Additionally, the passenger's side sliding door failed to open as intended and remained closed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the door actuators needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact later received notification of…

   NHTSA complaint #11698978 · source
6. Filed Oct 28, 2025INBody & StructureSeats & Seat BeltsTransmission & Drivetrain

   09/26/2024 Transmission had to be replaced at 47,000 miles. Without warning, the van began lurching forward at a stop light almost causing a collision and then completely stalled having to be towed to the shop. Luckily, I bought a service plan and only had to pay $100, but the parts list was $6,000+. Sliding rear doors have the electric assist option. On several occasions myself and my children have nearly been closed in the door as it malfunctions and randomly starts…

   NHTSA complaint #11696230 · source
7. Filed Sep 23, 2025GABody & Structure

   Passenger side sliding door is stuck in the locked position. Nothing I do will unlock it. The lock doesn't respond to any buttons either on the key fob or on the overhead panel. Also cannot be unlocked manually. It is my belief that this is a serious safety issue for rear passengers.

   NHTSA complaint #11689287 · source
8. Filed Jul 9, 2025120,000 miSCBody & StructureElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, hesitated while responding, and the transmission shifted hard. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving at various speeds, and the vehicle felt like it was going to stall. The contact stated that while coming to a complete stop, the vehicle jerked, the transmission shifted hard and made an abnormal clunking sound.…

   NHTSA complaint #11672324 · source
9. Filed Jun 20, 2025NCBody & Structure

   Drivers side sliding door lock started to make some noise occasionally and shortly after the door locked shut and will not and can not be opened manually or with the buttons. A few days afterwards the passenger door has started to make this same buzzing noise and we fear it will lock itself also like the drivers side not bing able to open with the buttons or manually. I know this is a major safety issue and should be addressed by not only myself, but the manufacturer. I have…

   NHTSA complaint #11668078 · source
10. Filed Apr 15, 2025NYBody & Structure

    Rear sliding door actuators prematurely fails causing loud noises and door to not operate properly. This makes it unsafe to drive with children in the vehicle. Dodge refuses to reimburse extended warranty claim.

    NHTSA complaint #11654703 · source
11. Filed Apr 10, 2025AZBody & StructureElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

    Power sliding Door lock actuators failed. First started experiencing problems with the doors at 75,000mi clicking noises and then at 90,000 miles the drivers side door became stuck shut. This poses a risk of my car seat aged and disabled children to be stuck locked in the vehicle in the event of a crash or fire. The second door began clicking near 93,000 miles and is now stuck locked as well. On 4/5/25 I received a warranty extension notice from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles…

    NHTSA complaint #11653930 · source
12. Filed Mar 11, 202594,000 miFLBody & Structure

    The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver's side sliding door failed to open. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the door actuator had failed. The mechanic replaced the door actuator; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The contact later received an Extended Warranty letter related to the failure. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11647643 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology