Dodge Grand Caravan Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Dodge Grand Caravan? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Dodge Grand Caravan — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Best | 1 | 15 | 2 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2019 | 4 | 26 | 2 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2018 | 4 | 259 | 11 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2017 | 3 | 395 | 7 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2016Worst | 6 | 1109 | 22 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Full report → |
| 2015 | 4 | 271 | 17 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
Most Common Grand Caravan Problems
Based on 2075 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
Grand Caravan Years to Avoid
Best Grand Caravan Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Dodge Grand Caravan Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability
What year Grand Caravan has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 1109 complaints and 6 safety recalls. See the full 2016 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
The Dodge Grand Caravan has accumulated 2075 owner-filed complaints and 22 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2020 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Grand Caravan.
What are the most common Grand Caravan problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Dodge Grand Caravan across recent model years are: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (331 reports), POWER TRAIN (296 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (289 reports), STRUCTURE (268 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Grand Caravan has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Dodge Grand Caravan using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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