Is the Dodge Grand Caravan Reliable?
1996–2020 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 12 | 1 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 2 | 145 | 10 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2018 | 2 | 169 | 1 | 2 | 44 | Poor |
| 2017 | 1 | 278 | 7 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2016 | 1 | 628 | 5 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 2015 | 1 | 152 | 8 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2014 | 3 | 219 | 14 | — | 48 | Fair |
| 2013 | 3 | 334 | 19 | — | 46 | Fair |
| 2012 | 4 | 449 | 11 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2011 | 2 | 398 | 13 | 1 | 46 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Grand Caravan Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Grand Caravan scores 15 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 2784 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?+
The Dodge Grand Caravan scores 56/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 19 recall campaigns and 2784 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Grand Caravan is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2020 Grand Caravan achieved the highest reliability score of 88/100 with 0 recalls and 12 complaints.
How many miles does a Grand Caravan last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Grand Caravan owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Grand Caravan will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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