Is the Dodge Caravan Reliable?
1992–2020 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Caravan Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 15 | 1 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 1 | 150 | 11 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2018 | 1 | 171 | 2 | 2 | 48 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 287 | 7 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2016 | 4 | 653 | 6 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2015 | 4 | 166 | 8 | — | 46 | Fair |
| 2014 | 5 | 240 | 14 | — | 38 | Poor |
| 2013 | 4 | 350 | 22 | — | 40 | Poor |
| 2012 | 3 | 511 | 11 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2011 | 3 | 459 | 13 | 1 | 41 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Caravan Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Caravan scores 20 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Dodge Caravan Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 3002 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Caravan reliable?+
The Dodge Caravan scores 51/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 28 recall campaigns and 3002 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Caravan is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2020 Caravan achieved the highest reliability score of 80/100 with 1 recall and 15 complaints.
How many miles does a Caravan last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Caravan owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Caravan will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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