Recalls
6campaigns
1 wheel · 1 fuel pump · 1 equipment
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
1,002filed
Owner reports, 2011–2020 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
4★overall
★★★★☆ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
20mpg combined
$3,266/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.6 L 6-cyl· 6-speed automatic
2 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock
Equipment adaptive/mobility · wheelchair restraints/securement · latch/anchor ·
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Consequence
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
2.3% repairedof 86 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA
or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V876000
Listed for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
Fuel Pump Gasket Fuel Leak
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
57.4% repairedof 122 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA
or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V278000
Listed for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable
Equipment
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Consequence
- If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
48.3% repairedof 61,791 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V824000
Listed for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
Loss of Power from Transmission Pump Failure
Power train · automatic transmission
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.
- Consequence
- If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
85.5% repairedof 26,298 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V461000
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Incorrect Torque On Third Row Seats
Seats · mid/rear assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.
- Consequence
- If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.
83.8% repairedof 99 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V300000
Listed for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
Hood may Open Unexpectedly
Latches/locks/linkages · hood · latch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
- Consequence
- If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.
89.7% repairedof 1,625 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 15V595000
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Owner complaints (1,002)
1,002 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
14involved a crash
7involved a fire
13injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1,002 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 314 | 31.3% |
| Unknown or other | 240 | 24% |
| Structure | 228 | 22.8% |
| Power train | 221 | 22.1% |
| Engine | 83 | 8.3% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 26 | 2.6% |
| Seats | 25 | 2.5% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 24 | 2.4% |
| Air bags | 22 | 2.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 17 | 1.7% |
How 2016 compares with other Grand Caravan years
Best and worst Grand Caravan years →2011530
2012583
2013471
2014358
2015281
20161,002
2017414
2018271
2019243
202020
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 530 | 4 |
| 2012 | 583 | 6 |
| 2013 | 471 | 4 |
| 2014 | 358 | 5 |
| 2015 | 281 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1,002 | 6 |
| 2017 | 414 | 3 |
| 2018 | 271 | 4 |
| 2019 | 243 | 4 |
| 2020 | 20 | 1 |
This year (2016)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 16.4%★★★★☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan van fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
20
mpg combined
17
city
25
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 445 g/mi
- EPA class
- Minivan -
What it costs you to run
$3,266per year
$272per month
750gallons a year
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 | 445 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $3,350 | 445 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 25V876000 (wheel), 20V278000 (fuel pump), 17V824000 (equipment), 16V461000 (power train), 16V300000 (seat), 15V595000 (latch). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan problems?
Owners filed 1,002 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (314), Unknown or other (240), Structure (228) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 17 city, 25 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan van fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Grand Caravan compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Dodge Grand Caravan model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (20) and the 2016 the most (1,002). The 2016 drew 1,002. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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
Summary reviewed on Oct 6, 2026.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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