Dodge Grand Caravan: best & worst years

Based on CarVitals reliability verdicts, the Dodge Grand Caravan years to approach with the most caution are 2008. Below is every model year we cover (2005–2020), ranked, with the owner-reported problems behind each call.

Every Dodge Grand Caravan year, ranked

YearVerdictScoreTop owner-reported problems
2020 Caution 7 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2019 Caution 7 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2018 Caution 6 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2017 Caution 6 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2015 Caution 6 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2014 Caution 6 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2007 Caution 6 Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.; Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.; Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor. Full report ↗
2006 Caution 6 Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.; Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.; Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor. Full report ↗
2016 Caution 5 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2013 Caution 5 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2012 Caution 5 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2011 Caution 5 Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.; TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.; Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty. Full report ↗
2010 Caution 5 Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.; Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.; Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems. Full report ↗
2009 Caution 5 Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.; Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.; Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems. Full report ↗
2005 Caution 5 Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.; Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.; Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor. Full report ↗
2008 Avoid 4 Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.; Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.; Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems. Full report ↗

Dodge Grand Caravan problems by year

2020 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Final model year and the most-refined Grand Caravan, with the fewest complaints of the run. Dated safety tech and aging transmission concerns keep it a caution, but it is a roomy, affordable, hard-to-beat-on-value family van.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Among the best Grand Caravan years, very low complaint volume, mature Pentastar V6 and Stow ’n Go versatility. Transmission longevity is the main long-term watch item; otherwise a strong-value used minivan.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Few changes and a steadier record; sliding-door lock actuators and the odd cylinder-2 misfire are the main gripes. Strong V6, huge interior and low buy-in make it a sensible budget minivan.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Now a fleet-favorite value van; complaints center on sliding-door lock-actuator failures and occasional powertrain issues. The reliability track record improves from here, a roomy, cheap family pick.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

The transmission-pump recall (16V461000) drives a spike in complaints, sudden loss of drive is the key risk. Verify the recall was performed; otherwise a spacious, affordable hauler with the proven Pentastar V6.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2015 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Transmission-pump failures (recall 16V461000) and active-headrest deployment are the watch items, but overall a practical, strong-V6 value minivan. Confirm the transmission recall and check service history.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2014 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Complaints fall further; the main flags are spontaneous active-headrest deployment and 3.6L oil-cooler-housing leaks. A roomy, well-powered value van that is aging more gracefully than the launch years.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2013 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Electrical stalling eases but active-headrest spontaneous deployment and lingering TIPM issues appear. Strong V6 and Stow ’n Go practicality; inspect the seats and electrical history.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Pentastar V6 makes it the quickest minivan in its class, but TIPM electrical faults causing stalling remain the headline complaint. A spacious value pick if the power module checks out.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Major refresh brought the strong 283-hp 3.6L Pentastar V6, but 2011 still carries TIPM fuel-pump-relay stalling complaints. A much better powertrain than before; verify the electrical and any recall work.

  • Automatic-transmission pump failure causes a sudden loss of hydraulic pressure and motive power; subject of recall 16V461000, with owners reporting failures across a wide mileage range.
  • TIPM electrical and fuel-pump-relay faults persist on the early refresh years, causing stalling and no-start conditions.
  • Power sliding-door lock actuators stick locked or unlocked, buzz, and fail, making the doors hard to operate and raising egress concerns; only some model years are covered by a Mopar extended warranty.

2010 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Heavy electrical complaints persist, with WIN ignition-module and TIPM stalling dominating. Confirm recall 14V373000 was completed; mechanically simple and spacious, but a high-defect year for its age.

  • Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.
  • Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.
  • Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems.

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

5th-gen still plagued by TIPM and Wireless Ignition Node electrical faults that can stall the van and disable steering and brakes. Roomy and cheap, but verify the ignition-module recall (14V373000) was performed.

  • Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.
  • Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.
  • Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems.

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Avoid

All-new 5th-gen launch and the most-complained Grand Caravan: TIPM electrical failures cause stalling, no-start and erratic systems, with airbag and brake issues alongside. The redesign’s worst year; later years are safer buys.

  • Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures cause sudden stalling, no-start and erratic electrical behavior (horn, wipers and lights operating on their own); fuel-pump-relay faults are common and can disable steering and brakes when the van stalls.
  • Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module defect lets the engine shut off while driving or refuse to start; subject of recall campaign 14V373000.
  • Front airbags can deploy spontaneously and airbag-warning faults appear, generally tied to clockspring and sensor problems.

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Final 4th-gen year with the lowest complaint count of the generation. Watch for the fuel-separator post-refuel stall; otherwise a roomy, inexpensive, Stow ’n Go family van with simple mechanicals.

  • Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.
  • Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.
  • Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor.

2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

Carryover 4th-gen value van with complaint volume well down from 2005. Post-refueling stalling and power-door-lock faults are the items to check, but the 3.3/3.8L V6s are durable and parts are cheap.

  • Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.
  • Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.
  • Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor.

2005 Dodge Grand Caravan Caution

First Stow ’n Go year and a practical value, but 2005 drew heavy complaints: post-refuel engine stalling from a fuel-tank separator valve plus power-lock and airbag-light electrical faults. A cheap hauler only if the fuel-system fix is documented.

  • Engine stalls within minutes of refueling, caused by a defective fuel-tank vapor/liquid separator valve; loss of power steering and brakes can follow and the fix requires replacing the whole fuel tank. Never recalled despite a defect petition.
  • Power door locks cycle or fail and assorted electrical faults appear, often traced to a body-control-module software defect needing dealer reprogramming.
  • Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on, commonly from a faulty clockspring or occupant sensor.

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