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Common Dodge Grand caravan problems
The Dodge Grand Caravan, a popular vehicle for families and fleet operators, has faced numerous problems and recalls in recent years. One of the most significant issues is related to the transmission, with owners reporting harsh shifting and failures.
Brake problems are another prevalent issue, with premature wear and inadequate performance being reported. This not only compromises the vehicle's safety but also adds to the financial burden of owners. One owner mentioned that the brakes wear out faster than expected due to undersized components.
Electrical malfunctions are also a common problem, with malfunctioning power doors, erratic window behavior, and issues with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). For instance, one owner reported that their 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan has sliding doors that randomly shut on people, and a liftgate that has closed on their head. Such malfunctions pose significant safety risks and can result in expensive repairs.
Fuel system leaks have been a concern in some Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles, with recalls issued by the NHTSA due to deteriorating fuel pump gaskets. These leaks can pose a serious fire hazard, causing concern among owners.
Seat strikers may fail in crashes, compromising occupant safety during front and rear impact crashes. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) issued a recall due to weld failures on the outboard rear seat strikers and front outboard seat strikers in 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles.
Insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons in 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles can reduce rear brake performance, increasing the risk of accidents. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) issued a recall due to this defect.
The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan has also faced consumer complaints, including a cracked torque converter in the transmission, which can cause slipping and issues with gear shifting. Dodge has been aware of this issue but has not issued a recall, instead manufacturing a repair kit to fix the fracture. If a vehicle did not receive these needed repairs, owners may face expensive repair bills.
The stock headlights on the Dodge Grand Caravan are noticeably dimmer than a standard vehicle headlight. Some consumers even complained that they were nearly useless. To remedy this, new, higher wattage bulbs will have to be put in the lights, and the regulator chip that was the cause of the recall needs to be replaced. Due to the faulty regulator chip, there are several electrical issues with the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The power locks regularly fail, which can be inconvenient, but the bigger issue is that the electrical problems can cause stalling. Some consumers even reported that stalling has happened at highway speeds, which can be incredibly dangerous.
In summary, the Dodge Grand Caravan has faced numerous problems and recalls, particularly related to the transmission, brakes, electrical systems, and fuel system leaks. These issues can lead to costly repairs, safety hazards, and inconvenience for owners.
What years are bad for the Dodge Caravan?
Dodge Grand Caravan Years To Avoid
- 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. If you're looking for a good minivan, steer clear of the 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. ...
- 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. Like the 2005 model, the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan has brake issues. ...
- 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. Many 2011 Dodge Grand Caravans have electrical issues.
Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
The Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 8 for minivans. The average annual repair cost is $673 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Grand Caravan.
What year did Dodge Caravans have transmission problems?
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (which has since merged with other European brands to form Stellantis) issued a recall in 2016 for more than 1.1 million of their vehicles, including specific models of the 2011-2016 Town & Country and Grand Caravan, because of a defect that could cause the transmission to unexpectedly shift ...
How many miles does a Dodge Grand Caravan usually last?
Typically, a Dodge Grand Caravan will survive 200,000-300,000 miles with excellent care, which places high mileage for the vehicle around the 200,000-mile mark and good mileage at 150,000 miles. Anything better than these numbers is a testament to your effort.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Dodge Grand caravan years
We have researched Dodge problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Dodge Grand caravan cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Dodge Grand caravan model years:
- Dodge Grand caravan 1996
- Dodge Grand caravan 2008
- Dodge Grand caravan 2016
- Dodge Grand caravan 2010
- Dodge Grand caravan 2005
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Dodge Grand caravan model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Dodge Grand caravan years
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Dodge Grand caravan car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Dodge Grand caravan , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Dodge Grand caravan vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Grand caravan model years
A total of 449 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Grand caravan model years
There were a total of 349 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Grand caravan model years
There were a total of 538 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Grand caravan model years
There were a total of 26 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 13761 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Dodge Grand caravan . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Dodge Grand caravan vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Dodge Grand caravan 2012
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-26
- VIN: 2C4RDGDG1CR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: While driving around 30mph, the van completely shut down. With nowhere to pull over on the right, and to avoid an accident, I turned left onto a side road. I quickly realized I had no power steering or brakes. I had 2 children in the vehicle and school had just let out. Luckily there was no accident. With no brakes, I just coasted until I came to a stop on the side of the road. I wasn’t able to move the shifter into park. After a few minutes, everything came back to life. I was able to shift to park, start it up and drive away. No warning lights came on. No check engine light. This situation could have become really bad, really quick.
Dodge Grand caravan 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 2C4RDGBG1FR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop at the traffic stop light, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and stopped in the middle of the roadway. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving, and the vehicle was able to restart after several attempts. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact of an unknown recall but did not provide a diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V461000(Power Train), but the VIN was not included. No further information was provided. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Dodge Grand caravan 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 2C4RDGCGXJR
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Right sliding door does not lock when lock button is pushed and will swing open during driving and can be opened when parked while the lock system is still in place. Also the door when manually closed has trapped an arm and does not stop closing. Also have bubbles on front hood from unknown cause. Door problem started several weeks ago and was looked at then and also today at the dealer.
Dodge Grand caravan 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-14
- VIN: 2C4RDGCG1HR
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My headrest, on the passenger side of my minivan, decided that it wanted to act as though the airbags had been deployed and the plastic snapped that holds the metal rod and now my headrest is deployed as though I was in an accident even though I wasn't.
Dodge Grand caravan 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-12
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-12
- VIN: 2C4RDGBG7GR
- Components: SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Closed the driver side sliding door and the headrest on the driver seat exploded open. Car was not in motion. Door shut and head rest adjacent to it just popped apart and hit the head of the person in the driver seat.
Dodge Grand caravan 2010
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-12
- VIN: 2D4RN5D17AR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The win modules failed, engine shut off while driving. Yes. Not been inspected. No warnings
Dodge Grand caravan 2010
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-27
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 2D4RN4DE2AR
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: We've had two separate incidents a few months apart where a tire suddenly feel off the vehicle. In both instances, the studs had been sheared off. Then, last week, a 2009 Chrysler Town and Country lost a wheel that hit my house. I checked the vehicle, and the studs were sheared off that one as well. Google turns up a studs recall for the 2012-2021, but that recall doesn't go far enough back.
Dodge Grand caravan 2010
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-05
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 2D4RN4DE2AR
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: Was going to pick a friend up from the airport, stopped at the gas station because the van suddenly started handling funny, and noticed 4 wheel studs were sheared off. Had to tow the vehicle to the shop.
Dodge Grand caravan 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-05
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 2C4RDGEG8GR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The rear passenger sliding door is making a buzzing noise when unlocking. I have had it lock up a few times where I can't open the door and this is a big safety hazard. I have kids and if something was to happen and I couldn't open the door. I see there is an extended warranty for this problem. I called the dealership and they looked up my vin # and said I was not covered. The door lock actuator needs to be replaced.
Dodge Grand caravan 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 2C4RDGBG6GR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The back door on my 2016 Dodge Grand caravan on the driver side will not open from the inside or the outside I can't get my infant out if there was a fire or an accident vehicle only has 47,000 miles on it
Dodge Grand caravan 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-08
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-11
- VIN: 2C4RDGBG3ER
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: While driving in the parking lot of my kids school to drop them off in the morning, I heard a loud noise and felt something hit me in the back of my head with some force. It was not painful, but was actually very uncomfortable. I stopped in the parking lot to see what it was. I noticed that my driver side headrest was out of place (the fabric portion was popped forward) away from the plastic backing. I could see the the springs inside the headrest. My husband used a zip tie to pull the headrest back together. My vehicle was not in any accidents to cause this to happen. I did not take it to a dealer to inspect, as it just occurred. There were no warning signs/lights. It was very unexpected and abrupt. No one was injured, but my head was actually uncomfortable and I very glad that I did not have my son driving at the time, as he could have been injured due to the spring loaded force.
Dodge Grand caravan 2017
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-10
- VIN: 2C4RDGCG0HR
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: originally coding a cylinder 2 misfire, I had spark plugs and coil packs replaced but the engine light continues to stay on. Have done multiple compression tests and it looks like the cylinder needs to be replaced and maybe the engine rebuilt. It wont pass inspection with the light on and the light is permanently on. already paid almost 1,000 to get spark plugs and coil packs replaced and diagnostics.
Dodge Grand caravan 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-30
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 2C4RDGCG1DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Don't work the wireless switch starin and the key
Dodge Grand caravan 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-02
- VIN: 2C4RDGEG2ER
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the passenger’s side electronic sliding door locking mechanism malfunctioned and erroneously unlatched. Additionally, on several occasions, the sliding door failed to unlatch, and the door could not be opened. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at undisclosed speeds, the message that the door was not latched securely was displayed. During the failure, the interior roof light remained illuminated, and the vehicle would not lock as intended. The battery was disconnected and reconnected to correct the failure. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the siding door locking mechanism was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 235,000.
Dodge Grand caravan 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-01
- Date Complaint: 2024-10-01
- VIN: 2C4RDGCG0DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving our key in the ignition will loosen to the left and completely shut off all electrical for the car. The first time this occurred we were driving 55mph on the highway and had to safely steer off of three lanes of traffic with our kids in the backseat, at the time we thought it was a fluke. Now this is happening more frequently. It is the exact same issue listed under recall L25 “the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.”
Latest 5 recalls Dodge Grand caravan
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 164 recalls for different components of the Dodge Grand caravan.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Dodge Grand caravan 2010
- Report Received Date: 2020-07-07
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
- Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
- Model: Dodge Grand caravan 2008
- Report Received Date: 2020-07-07
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
- Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
- Model: Dodge Grand caravan 2009
- Report Received Date: 2020-07-07
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.
- Consequence: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
- Model: Dodge Grand caravan 2019
- Report Received Date: 2020-05-15
- Manufacturer: Vantage Mobility International, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- 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.
- Model: Dodge Grand caravan 2018
- Report Received Date: 2020-05-15
- Manufacturer: Vantage Mobility International, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- 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.
Latest negative Dodge Grand caravan car reviews
Latest positive Dodge Grand caravan car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2009
This van has it all! I completely disagree with those who say that the 3.3 is 'underpowered'. I mean, come on, are they trying to race in a minivan? Recently, I took my family camping in the mountains with the van loaded to the gills, and it performed just fine. Above all else, the Stow n' Go is the best seating option for my family. I absolutely love it! By the way, I was wondering if Edmunds plans on updating their review of this van with another one in the future. It seems a bit harsh to not recommend a product based on a sampling of just one. What do you think?
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Vehicle year: 1998
I have spent a significant amount of money on repairs, tows, rentals, and replacements for my Dodge all-wheel drive SUV. Unfortunately, the vehicle has had recurring issues with the serpentine belt, tensioner, and transmission, which have required multiple replacements and recalibrations. Additionally, the vehicle's low clearance has caused issues with the belt getting ripped off in winter conditions. The radio and windows have also experienced electrical problems. Despite these challenges, I am looking forward to upgrading to a Nissan SUV.
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Vehicle year: 2001
Handles well and really holds the road, especially with AWD. The gas mileage is impressive, getting 23-24 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg around town. I love the convenience of the electric doors and tailgate, which make loading and unloading a breeze. Even with the tailgate closed, I was able to carry 3 4x8 plywood sheets! The seats are also easy to remove, which is great for someone like me who has some arthritis. I actually sold a fully loaded Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer to buy this car and I don't regret it one bit, especially since I was only getting 12-14 mpg with the Expedition. The entry is also very easy. The only minor issue I have is the short throw of the regular beams at night. Overall, I'm very happy with this car!
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Vehicle year: 2011
At 11430 miles, the check engine light came on with P0128 indicating a stuck thermostat. The dealership initially diagnosed the issue as a computer problem, but upon further inspection, it was determined to be a thermostat issue. After updating the computer, I noticed some issues with the transmission shifting, particularly a 'thud' sound when shifting from first to second gear with the Econ button on, and hesitation when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. Despite my initial thought that the computer needed to re-learn parameters, the issues persisted after 3500 miles. I returned to the dealership for further assistance.
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Vehicle year: 2015
I have a 2015 Grand Caravan SXT with navigation. I really love the look of both the exterior and interior of the Dodge, which I find more appealing than those of Toyota or Honda. The ride and handling of my car are great, and I appreciate the dash and console, as well as the two glove compartments (the upper one even has a USB port inside). The fold-in-the-floor middle seats are a fantastic feature that Toyota and Honda should have included in their vans. The navigation system is simple and easy to use, and I also appreciate the Bluetooth feature. Unlike my sister's 2016 Honda CRV, which has a confusing navigation system and a car phone that always calls the wrong person, my Dodge's hard drive allows me to save my favorite songs or bands, and the radio will notify me if they are playing on a different station. It's also very easy for a tall person like me (I'm 6 foot 1) to get in and out of the van. The power sliding doors and tailgate, as well as the driver, passenger, and back seat heating and air conditioning controls, are all great features. The dash is laid out nicely, and the full console is a plus, although I do wish it had a bigger armrest. Overall, the van is very quiet and has minimal road noise. However, I do wish the air conditioning was colder and had a sync feature, so I wouldn't have to adjust each temperature control separately. The seats could also be a bit wider for larger people, and the little armrest is not very comfortable. I think a bigger armrest on the console, like the one in the new Kia, would be a great addition. The third-row back seat is uncomfortable, and I wish it could be adjusted for and aft, as well as for the seatback angle. Finally, all the information is displayed in one small digital gauge in the dash, which can be inconvenient when trying to check the mileage, trip odometer, miles left till empty, or any of the other functions.The car does not have power seats, blind spot monitoring, or backup sensors. To get the safety equipment, you had to get the RT model. However, my car does have a backup camera, which comes with the navigation. If you want all the safety gear, you have to buy the top of the line, which comes with leather, but I personally dislike leather. One last thing, why doesn't the car have auto headlights? It took me a while to learn to turn on and off my headlights. The daytime headlights are so bright that you can easily drive without headlights. The MPG is not the best, but my aunt's Honda Odyssey is not great either. On the bright side, my car has a 10-year warranty and an 8-year bumper-to-bumper warranty, plus tracking if my car is stolen. I paid 29,000 out the door for my van, and you cannot get a Honda or Toyota anywhere near that price with power doors or tailgate. The transmission does shift a lot, but besides that, I like the power of the car. For the price I paid, I feel like I got a really nice van. Is the Dodge as nice as the Honda or Toyota? For the most part, yes! Their seats are nicer and they do ride quieter, but they cannot match the versatility of the Dodge. This is the first time I have ever bought a Dodge. I have always bought new Toyotas. My last car was a 1998 Avalon that I had for 17 years, but I think that Toyotas are ugly today, same with the Hondas. Lastly, I bought a van and I have no kids. I love how my van can carry anything I want, and it's not a truck. Don't skip looking at minivans just because of what people think. Minivans are far more practical than an SUV, truck, or car. Do yourself a favor and test drive one. They ride like a car and can carry 7 people in comfort, for the most part. Plus, with the seats down, you can go shopping and bring home almost anything a truck can. The only issues I have had were the driver's side window power regulator, which went out twice. The Dodge dealership fixed the regulator in 2 hours.No cost to me as my car has a 10-year warranty. Just this last month, I heard a loud bang and couldn't figure out what caused it. Eventually, I noticed that my headrest had popped open. My headrests have a feature that deploys them like an airbag in case of an accident. I went online to check this out and it seems that many manufacturers that use this design have issues with the headrests going off while driving. Besides these two issues, my car is running like new. I really like my van and am very happy with my purchase. I change my oil every 3,000 miles and keep up with any maintenance, and so far, most of the cars I have bought last me a long time. As of 12-29-2018, I still have no problems besides the ones I described before. I still really like my minivan and would buy one again. In fact, if you have never owned a minivan, then do yourself a favor and buy one. I will never go back to a car, SUV, or truck. A minivan beats them all. As of 10-15-2023, 9 years later, there are still no major problems. Love my van!
Are you having problems with your Dodge Grand caravan?
Wilfred Pfannerstill 2025-05-12
Vehicle year: 2010
I'm glad to hear that you're overall pleased with your vehicle. After driving 12k miles, you've shared some of your thoughts with us. It seems that the city driving mpg is overstated, as you're averaging 14 mpg (12 mpg with A/C on). This is quite different from what Dodge claims, which is disappointing. You've also experienced a couple of well-documented issues with the vehicle. At 7k miles, the front rotors had to be machined, but it was taken care of quickly. At 11k miles, the front wheel bearings had to be replaced because the car sounded like a jet at speeds above 30 mph. Additionally, the rear windshield wipers were making a screeching sound, but the part was ordered and replaced. Lastly, the transmission seems to have trouble finding the right gear in stop-and-go traffic, mostly guessing wrong, but you can manually shift. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Alexzander Willms 2025-05-12
Vehicle year: 2004
Although the ride and handling are nice, the mileage is poor and the vehicle is quite noisy. Unfortunately, this is the third and final Dodge product that I will be purchasing. In my experience, the air conditioning on all of them spews mold spores into the cabin and the drive trains are subpar. I have already traded this vehicle for a Montana EXT, which I find to be a much better value for the price.
Stan Yost 2025-05-06
Vehicle year: 2007
Besides the transmission issue, the van would be great. I noticed that the transmission can be jumpy at low speeds and it also makes a whining noise after a 120 mile trip.
Kristian Bauch 2025-05-06
Vehicle year: 2011
No serious problems so far! It's worth noting that there is a bit of wind noise near the upper doors' corner when it's windy, and when it's raining, water collects inside the cavity of the left side rear view mirror, which can make a 'running water' noise. However, I'm happy to report that I performed the M38 transmission update and it's shifting much better now. Of course, there's always room for improvement, but I did notice a small stain of oil sediment near the head gasket of the 4th cylinder, so I'll keep monitoring that. Additionally, there is a slight vibration on the steering wheel when braking moderately, but with heavy braking, there are no issues. I must say, the Michelin tires are a great match for this minivan, and it drives very well. It's also very quiet inside, and everything is in working order. On average, I'm getting 19.5 MPG in the city, and on the freeway, I got the best mileage of 24.3 MPG at 75mph. Overall, I'm very satisfied!
Garfield Altenwerth 2025-05-05
Vehicle year: 2005
Major repairs starting at 5.5 years and 98k miles is not acceptable. It's frustrating when the AC dies, and there are front tie rod issues. I've also noticed a constant 'rattling' on every bump, but the service department never seems to find an issue. The serpentine belt has also been problematic. I was surprised at how quickly the vehicle rusted, especially since I've been driving Fords and haven't seen that. We've decided it's time for a change.