Dodge Grand Caravan Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 1,410 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan across 26 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (221). The words owners use most often: “transmission pump” (6% of reports).
- 1,410power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 48mention a crash
- 23mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $4,000typical repair cost reported by owners
- 33%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.
- Transmission pump: mentioned in 79 of 1,410 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the Dodge Grand Caravan at $4,000, and half of them between $2,850 and $5,350.
Based on 67 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (1999–2025), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 727 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 1,410 complaints, 48 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 23 an injury.
Dodge Grand Caravan power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 8 | 40% | 76,858 |
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 49 | 20% | 67,000 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 23 | 8% | 49,000 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 37 | 9% | 72,000 |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 221 | 22% | 88,000 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 77 | 27% | 94,000 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 19 | 5% | 79,000 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 36 | 8% | 74,000 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 48 | 8% | 76,100 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 43 | 8% | 63,650 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 40 | 5% | 67,477 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 20 | 4% | 71,000 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 68 | 5% | 70,000 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 23 | 13% | 55,350 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 12 | 4% | 66,500 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 22 | 2% | 40,800 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 3 | 3% | 69,700 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 28 | 13% | 24,000 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 42 | 14% | 50,045 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 29 | 10% | 56,700 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 95 | 21% | 51,244 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 72 | 17% | 69,000 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 81 | 14% | 78,027 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 81 | 14% | 102,000 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 209 | 18% | 87,350 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 24 | 22% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2015, 2016
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving 40-45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine revved but failed to accelerate as intended, and the transmission skipped gears, and made an abnormal whining sound. The vehicle was driven to the residence…
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and jerked slightly before accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, and the…
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then to the dealer, where it was determined that the transmission pump needed to be replaced. The contact associated…
Good Morning There is a transmission failure - there is no fluid pressure in the transmission lines and the pump seems inoperable. There is already a recall on this issue but the vehicle I have does not fall within the guidelines - less than a year. Recall S44 - is for July 31, 2015 to April 18…
The transmission on this vehicle has started to make a whining noise from the transmission which is consistent with the symptoms of a failing transmission pump cover under recall S44. If this were to fail while driving it can lead to a serious or fatal accident. I have not yet taken the vehicle in…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Grand Caravans have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 1,410 owner complaints about power train 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 power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners report a typical cost of $4,000 (half paid between $2,850 and $5,350), from 67 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most frequent phrase is “transmission pump”, in 79 of 1,410 complaints.
Other Dodge Grand Caravan problems
- Electrical System problems (4,325)
- Air Bags problems (1,642)
- Engine problems (1,027)
- Structure problems (907)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (743)
- Steering problems (701)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (583)
- Latches/locks/linkages problems (563)
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