2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Grand Caravan years
- Fewer complaints than other years 21st of 26 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 245 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. That ranks 21st out of 26 Grand Caravan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (58 complaints, 24%), typically at around 49,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 3 fires, 20 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 245owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | 58 | 24% | 49,000 | “sliding door” (50%) | — |
| Unknown or Other | 51 | 21% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 49 | 20% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 43 | 18% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 29 | 12% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 24 | 10% | 47,763 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 13 | 5% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 5% | 49,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 4% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 4% | 34,750 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2% | 88,018 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1% | 39,500 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | 12,226 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 0% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 0% | 14,642 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | 51,557 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Problem: 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.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump; fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Seats
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The welds on the outboard rear seat strikers for the second row bench and second row bucket seats may fail during a front impact crash. The front outboard seat strikers for the third row bench seats may fail in the event of a rear impact crash. In addition, the second row bench and second row bucket seats may not withstand the required loads.
Risk: If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a striker reinforcement bracket on the second and third row outboard seat strikers, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is V91.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment (PE19014) — opened Sep 9, 2019, closed Feb 25, 2026.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
About a month ago had an issue where the battery was drained completely. Couldn't unlock the van with the FOB, had to use the physical key to unlock the door. Was able to jump the battery and i started right up. Assumed that a over-head light was left on. Confirmed the battery was holding a charge…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced various electrical system failures. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to recognize when occupants had fastened the seat belts, the windshield wiper activated independently, the fuel gauge…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse, the rear-view camera displayed an upside-down image or a blank screen. The dealer was contacted by phone. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage…
The vehicle has experienced repeated serious engine/cooling-system problems. It ran hot/overheated and would lose some power on even very slight inclines; when this occurred, the temperature gauge would rise. It never completely lost power or stalled. The vehicle developed an engine ticking noise…
Airbag system not working for 7 months because replacement parts are not available. Very serious safety issue!!!!!!
Other Dodge Grand Caravan years
← 2018 Grand Caravan · 2020 Grand Caravan →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 20 | 1 |
| 2019 | 245 | 4 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 271 | 4 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 414 | 3 |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 1,002 | 6 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 281 | 4 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 359 | 5 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 471 | 4 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 584 | 6 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 530 | 4 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 869 | 6 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 544 | 7 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 1,293 | 8 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 182 | 2 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 284 | 3 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 995 | 5 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 116 | 1 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 219 | 2 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 290 | 5 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 298 | 3 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 442 | 5 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 432 | 3 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 559 | 4 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 583 | 5 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 1,157 | 9 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 108 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 58 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Caravan model years, the 2019 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.