Dodge Grand Caravan Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Dodge Grand Caravan — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020Best | Excellent | — | 12 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2019 | Good | 2 | 145 | 2 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2018 | Good | 2 | 169 | 4 | 1 | 2 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2017 | Good | 1 | 278 | 7 | 7 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2016 | Caution | 1 | 628 | 11 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 1 | 152 | 6 | 8 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | 3 | 219 | 15 | 14 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2013 | Caution | 3 | 334 | 9 | 19 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2012 | Caution | 4 | 449 | 4 | 11 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 2 | 398 | 4 | 13 | 1 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2010 | Caution | 2 | 673 | 17 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2009 | Caution | 3 | 391 | 13 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2008 | Avoid | 4 | 969 | 11 | 16 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | 1 | 141 | 5 | 5 | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2006 | Good | 3 | 188 | 6 | 9 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2005 | Caution | 4 | 635 | 17 | 22 | — | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Full report → |
| 2004 | Excellent | — | 61 | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2003 | Good | 1 | 141 | 9 | 20 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2002 | Good | 3 | 203 | 9 | 20 | 4 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2001 | Good | 4 | 173 | 5 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2000 | Good | 4 | 279 | 14 | 14 | 1 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1999 | Good | 4 | 329 | 13 | 12 | 1 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 1998 | Caution | 3 | 404 | 27 | 25 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1997 | Caution | 4 | 473 | 17 | 23 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1996Worst | Avoid | 6 | 979 | 21 | 25 | 7 | Power Train | Full report → |
25 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Dodge Grand Caravan Problems
Based on 8,823 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Grand Caravan Years to Avoid
Best Grand Caravan Years to Buy
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
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 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 979 complaints and 6 safety recalls. See the full 1996 report for specific defects.
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
The Dodge Grand Caravan has accumulated 8,823 owner-filed complaints and 65 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 16 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2020 model year shows the fewest reported issues. 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 are: Electrical System (2224 reports), Air Bags (798 reports), Power Train (713 reports), Engine (515 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Grand Caravan has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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