Dodge Grand Caravan Equipment Problems
Owners have filed 154 complaints with NHTSA about equipment problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan across 20 model years. The 1996 model year has the most (35). The words owners use most often: “air conditioner” (20% of reports).
- 154equipment complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 8related recalls
- 46%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air conditioner: mentioned in 31 of 154 complaints (20%)
At what mileage do equipment problems happen?
Based on 65 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 154 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 5 an injury.
Dodge Grand Caravan equipment complaints by model year
| Model year | Equipment complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 48,196 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 30 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 34,200 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 2 | 0% | 117,697 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 19 | 1% | 42,749 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 5 | 3% | 77,000 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 2 | 1% | 4,300 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 17 | 2% | 53,190 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 3 | 3% | 34,480 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 4 | 2% | 30,000 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 9 | 3% | 39,650 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 9 | 3% | 68,500 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 8 | 2% | 55,028 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 6 | 1% | 79,993 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 13 | 2% | 87,000 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 13 | 2% | 52,003 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 35 | 3% | 120,000 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 4 | 4% | 60,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (8)
Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Model years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
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.
Equipment
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016
Problem: 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
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Equipment
Model years: 2012
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles, manufactured from march 9, 2012 through march 12, 2012. Some vehicles may be equipped with a right side liftgate pinch sensor that does not function properly. As a result, increased force may be required in order to stop the power liftgate during final closing stages.
Risk: The power liftgate door may close on an appendage, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right side liftgate pinch sensors, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:appliance:air conditioner; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Model years: 2008
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 chrysler grand voyager, town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles manufactured from june 24, 2007, through july 30, 2008. These vehicles may experience a heating and air conditioner (hvac) condensate leak from the hvac drain grommet onto the occupant restraint control (orc) module, which can lead to the illumination of the airbag warning light and a potential inadvertent airbag deployment without warning.
Risk: An inadvertent airbag deployment could result in injury to the seat occupant in front of the deploying airbag and/or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the affected air bag module free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:appliance:air conditioner
Model years: 2008
Problem: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WATER LEAK At THE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) DRAIN GROMMET WHICH CAN LEAD TO ILLUMINATION OF AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND A POTENTIAL INADVERTENT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
Risk: An inadvertent airbag deployment could result in injury to the seat occupant in front of the deploying airbag and/or a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hvac drain grommet free of charge. The safety recall began on january 14, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Model years: 2005
Problem: All in one mobility is recalling certain model year 1997 through 2008 conversion vans equipped with vmi/ricon 6-way power seat bases. There is a possibility of a defective weld at the joint between the pivoting plate and the pivoting plate pin.
Risk: The seat occupant may be injured if the seat base pin were to break.
Fix: All in one mobility will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on june 22, 2010. Owners may contact all in one mobility at 1-503-255-5005.
Equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Model years: 2001, 2002
Problem: On certain mini vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.
Risk: This could result in a speaker fire.
Fix: Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Equipment:other:labels
Model years: 2000
Problem: On certain minivans and 4x2 pickup trucks, the vehicle certification label may have gross axle weight ratings (gawr) that exceed the maximum tire load capacity as defined in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Risk: Improperly loading your vehicle can cause tire failure and result in a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with vehicle certification label overlays containing corrected information relative to vehicle gawr and tire size. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge grand caravan. While the air conditioner was activated, hot air was felt coming from the passenger side vent. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of…
TL* THE CONTACT'S MOTHER OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVERS SIDE, AND THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS BECAME INOPERABLE. ALL MENTIONED WINDOWS WOULD INDEPENDENTLY OPEN AND CLOSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE…
On thursday october 13, i was getting an item from back of my car. I hit my head on the hanging t.v. I went in to my work and we called a family member who took me into my dr. Office. I had a cut on top of my head and they had to put staples on top of my head...by sunday, i was in such pain, i went…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge grand caravan. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 11v394000 (air bags, equipment) and 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that when the air conditioner was turned on, hot air blew out. The contact observed that the vehicle needed freon. The contact added freon to the vehicle and the air conditioner started working properly. The next day the air…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Grand Caravans have equipment problems?
No. NHTSA has 154 owner complaints about equipment for the Dodge Grand Caravan. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Grand Caravan equipment?
Yes: 8 safety recalls list equipment. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about equipment problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most frequent phrase is “air conditioner”, in 31 of 154 complaints.
Other Dodge Grand Caravan problems
- Electrical System problems (4,325)
- Air Bags problems (1,642)
- Power Train problems (1,410)
- Engine problems (1,027)
- Structure problems (907)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (743)
- Steering problems (701)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (583)
See all Dodge Grand Caravan problems.