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 | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 2 | 143 | 9 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2018 | 3 | 167 | 1 | 2 | 56 | Fair |
| 2017 | 2 | 272 | 7 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2016 | 5 | 628 | 5 | — | 59 | Fair |
| 2015 | 3 | 151 | 7 | — | 73 | Good |
| 2014 | 4 | 219 | 14 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2013 | 3 | 334 | 19 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2012 | 5 | 446 | 11 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2011 | 2 | 398 | 13 | 1 | 62 | 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 3 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 2770 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?+
The Dodge Grand Caravan scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 29 recall campaigns and 2770 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 93/100 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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