2007 Dodge Caravan Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 30, 2020 · 81 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Caravan years
Far fewer complaints than other years 16th of 23 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Dodge Caravan. That ranks 16th out of 23 Caravan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (13 complaints, 16%), typically at around 96,500 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Dodge Caravan problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System13 · ~96,500 mi
Engine11 · ~107,500 mi
Electrical System9 · ~45,000 mi
Power Train9 · ~56,156 mi
Air Bags8 · ~88,002 mi
Steering8 · ~55,312 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling6 · ~69,000 mi
Structure6 · ~29,309 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5 · ~20,000 mi
Unknown or Other5 · ~90,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System1316%96,500——
Engine1114%107,500——
Electrical System911%45,000——
Power Train911%56,156——
Air Bags810%88,002——
Steering810%55,312——
Engine and Engine Cooling67%69,000——
Structure67%29,309——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic56%20,000——
Unknown or Other56%90,000——
Latches/locks/linkages45%57,000——
Suspension45%99,300——
Tires45%16,000——
Vehicle Speed Control45%80,002——
Fuel System, Gasoline34%86,130——
Service Brakes34%75,847——
Exterior Lighting22%3,618——
Visibility22%8,134——
Wheels22%39,500——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)11%10,822——
Equipment11%500——
Parking Brake11%65,537——
Seat Belts11%107,000——
Seats11%300——
Service Brakes, Air11%30,000——
Visibility/wiper11%120,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 14 complaints
2007: 142007142008: 5200852010: 9201092011: 7201172012: 7201272013: 4201342014: 102014102015: 102015102016: 6201662017: 3201732018: 3201832019: 2201922020: 120201

n = 81 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Dodge Caravan recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Dodge Caravan.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Engine Stall After Refueling (DP14002) — opened Sep 5, 2014, closed Apr 6, 2015.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The gas tank has been replaced twice due to cracks at the fuel pump. Gas cap light and check engine light come on. Had it replaced a week ago and it has come on again after paying $1,800.00. When ordered from the dealership they shipped it out cracked and the mechanics had to hunt down another. We…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 30, 2020 · NHTSA complaint 11331826

I bought a 2007 dodge caravan, the drivers side window switch seems to be burning out not allowing me to roll the window down on the electric switch and when it does, has a hard time trying to go back up. Then my drivers side passenger van door has a button on top in the front that you can hit it…

Electrical System · received Mar 21, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11190594

After filling up my gas tank i drove away from the fuel place, and i was at a green light making a left turn and during the left turn my van stalled!! Another time after this, directly after filling up gas i was idling at a red light not far from where i fueled up, when my van surged forward! This…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 13, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11186401

Unknown. After refueling, if you fill up the tank all the way the car wll completely lose power once you start driving. This may happen immediately or after you have been driving for a few minutes. You will lose all power steering and power brakes, making it difficult to control the vehicle. If you…

Service Brakes · received Dec 13, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11161092

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caravan. While driving 35 mph, there was a strong exhaust odor and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (putman chrysler jeep dodge, 3 california dr., burlingame, ca 94010)…

Unknown or Other · received Apr 20, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11089147

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Caravan?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 13 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Dodge Caravan?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Dodge Caravan a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Caravan model years, the 2007 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.