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    Dodge Grand Caravan

    EPA MPG: 20 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 3 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.

    The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan has been recalled 3 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    What Owners Say

    Transmission rebuild or replacement

    "The transmission started catching with hesitation. Took it in for service and told transmission would have to be replaced was not repairable. Talked with other repair shop about what was happening and 2 other shops recommended replacement also. Was unable to drive till was replaced. Very disappointed because had less than 97000 miles on van."

    Anonymous A., MO (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT 3.6-L V6)

    "At just over 131k miles, we noticed a minor leak showing drops on our driveway and set up an appointment with the service department for later that week. Within 36 hours, the van was shaking during accelerating and braking, accompanied by a high-pitched whining/revving sound. Later that day it gave out in the middle of the highway and stopped accelerating, giving just enough time to find a place to pull over. The mechanics informed us it was a transmission pump failure, access to which requires them to remove and replace the entire transmission. The cost for a fix was triple the actual value of the car, and could potentially happen again because of the lack of reliability of the Dodge transmissions. Since it was out of our control and we were told it could happen again, we could not justify the fix and were not able to sell it without a working transmission."

    Anonymous, NC (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "Radii changes stations with bumps"

    Anonymous, OK (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)

    "The automatic sliding door on one side would not stay open and would close on it's own. We had it fixed once, but it continued to malfunction."

    Anonymous A., NY (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Gauges

    "During a hard rain, water got under the hood and caused the guages to quit working. Once the rain stopped and it dried up, several days later, the guages now work fine and have had no problems since."

    Anonymous, CA (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)
    Other electrical system problem

    "The electrical system suffered from well-documented issues with the Grand Caravans that Dodge refuses to recall. The interior lights turn on randomly, and the AC/heat would revert to LO or HI in the rear often, regardless of the current settings. Lastly, the sliding doors would not lock, either from the key or by locking from the inside. They remained unlocked at all times. The only fix the dealership considered as a true, guaranteed fix was to replace the entire door."

    Anonymous, NC (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Engine knock or ping

    "It pulls to right."

    Anonymous, MN (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    Refrigerant leaks

    "Started in fall of 2023 and is unresolved."

    Anonymous A., MB (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Rotors

    "rotors were rusted from the lack of driving van. Van was parked a long time before purchase. It's a wheelchair accessible van and previous owner did not use it much."

    Anonymous A., NB (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.6-L V6)

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Doors or sliding doors

    "The door belt that opens and close it started not working. I had to get it replaced."

    Anonymous, (2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

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    Overall Reliability Verdict
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    POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
    Powertrain
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    Engine Major
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    Engine Minor
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    Engine Cooling
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    Engine Electrical
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    Transmission Major
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    Transmission Minor
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    Drive System
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    Fuel System/Emissions
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    Exhaust
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    Suspension/Steering
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    Brakes
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    Climate System
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    Build Quality
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    Electrical Accessories
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    Body Hardware
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    Paint/Trim
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    Noises/Leaks
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    In-car Electronics
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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    May 15, 2020
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V278000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 122
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
    Aug 09, 2018
    A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V523000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 154335
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Aug 09, 2018
    A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
    What should you do:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V524000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 12779
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