Dodge Grand Caravan complaints by model year
13,507 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 243 | 6 | 3 | 4 |
| 2018 | 271 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 414 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| 2016 | 1,002 | 14 | 7 | 6 |
| 2015 | 281 | 7 | 2 | 4 |
| 2014 | 358 | 11 | 13 | 5 |
| 2013 | 471 | 13 | 3 | 4 |
| 2012 | 583 | 7 | 14 | 6 |
| 2011 | 530 | 9 | 17 | 4 |
| 2010 | 869 | 20 | 13 | 6 |
| 2009 | 544 | 11 | 6 | 7 |
| 2008 | 1,292 | 23 | 16 | 8 |
| 2007 | 182 | 14 | 7 | 2 |
| 2006 | 284 | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 | 995 | 28 | 7 | 5 |
| 2004 | 116 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 | 219 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| 2002 | 290 | 12 | 14 | 5 |
| 2001 | 298 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| 2000 | 442 | 27 | 13 | 5 |
| 1999 | 432 | 26 | 13 | 3 |
| 1998 | 559 | 41 | 20 | 4 |
| 1997 | 583 | 29 | 39 | 5 |
| 1996 | 1,157 | 31 | 42 | 9 |
| 1995 | 108 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 1994 | 199 | 8 | 5 | 4 |
| 1993 | 289 | 11 | 0 | 7 |
| 1992 | 255 | 14 | 4 | 6 |
| 1991 | 129 | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| 1990 | 55 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1989 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2011–2020. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 332 | 336 | 255 | 128 | 38 | 314 | 144 | 92 | 56 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 41 | 60 | 59 | 34 | 41 | 240 | 98 | 66 | 51 | 3 |
| Engine | 92 | 118 | 70 | 80 | 38 | 83 | 58 | 34 | 43 | 2 |
| Power train | 43 | 48 | 36 | 18 | 77 | 221 | 37 | 23 | 49 | 8 |
| Structure | 19 | 19 | 26 | 17 | 24 | 228 | 95 | 59 | 29 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 127 | 68 | 39 | 11 | 6 | 26 | 12 | 8 | 12 | 1 |
| Seats | 3 | 9 | 44 | 61 | 57 | 25 | 16 | 14 | 24 | 0 |
| Air bags | 19 | 18 | 34 | 48 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 13 | 13 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Dodge Grand Caravan recalls (67)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Grand Caravan model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V876000 | Dec 17, 2025 | Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock | 2010–2020 | 2.3% |
| 20V396000 | Jul 7, 2020 | Brand Emblem and Securing Nuts May be Projectiles | 2008, 2009, 2010 | 27.7% |
| 20V278000 | May 15, 2020 | Fuel Pump Gasket Fuel Leak | 2016–2019 | 57.4% |
| 19V759000 | Oct 24, 2019 | Seat Strikers May Fail In Crash | 2019 | 89.6% |
| 18V524000 | Aug 9, 2018 | Voltage Regulator may Fail and Cause Stall | 2017, 2018 | 77.5% |
| 18V523000 | Aug 9, 2018 | Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons | 2018, 2019 | 91.9% |
| 17V824000 | Dec 21, 2017 | Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable | 2014, 2015, 2016 | 48.3% |
| 17V376000 | Jun 13, 2017 | Inadvertent Air Bag Deployment due to Chafed Wire | 2011, 2012 | 56.5% |
| 16V461000 | Jun 24, 2016 | Loss of Power from Transmission Pump Failure | 2015, 2016 | 85.5% |
| 16V300000 | May 16, 2016 | Incorrect Torque On Third Row Seats | 2016 | 83.8% |
| 16V047000 | Jan 29, 2016 | Air Bag Control Unit Power Supply Corrosion | 2008, 2009 | 28.7% |
| 16V044000 | Jan 28, 2016 | Windshields with Incorrect Primer/FMVSS 212 | 2014, 2015 | 70.1% |
| 15V595000 | Sep 24, 2015 | Hood may Open Unexpectedly | 2016 | 89.7% |
| 14V632000 | Oct 8, 2014 | Tire Pressure Warning may Illuminate/FMVSS 138 | 2014 | 75.8% |
| 14V373000 | Jun 26, 2014 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2008, 2009, 2010 | 58.5% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | mv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
| 2012 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | van fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Dodge Grand Caravan FAQ
How many recalls has the Dodge Grand Caravan had?
NHTSA lists 67 recall campaigns that cover at least one Dodge Grand Caravan model year from 1985 to 2020. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Dodge Grand Caravan year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2008 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,292) and the 2020 the fewest (20). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Dodge Grand Caravan problems?
Across the 2011–2020 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, unknown or other, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Dodge Grand Caravan get?
EPA rates the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan at 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.