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#BS-2016-DODGRA-2C572016 Dodge Grand Caravan
Based on reports from 1,000 owners and 6 recalls for this exact model.
Preliminary Verdict
Red Flag
Based on 1,000 complaints, 17 crashes, 9 fires, and 6 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.3x the class average.
Top reported problems
cylinder misfire
9 complaints • Severity 8.4/10
shuddering
5 complaints • Severity 8/10
ac does not perform well
4 complaints • Severity 7.5/10
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
266 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 63K miles.
Failure Timeline by Mileage
Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (263 reports) • Median: 63K miles
30,000-Mile Cost Projection
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Worst Case
Top cost driver: Electrical (266 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Electrical Issues
Electrical complaints account for 27% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, with 266 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 62,658 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 63K-mile mark.
Structure:body Issues
Structure:body complaints account for 18% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, with 179 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:body-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Drivetrain Issues
Drivetrain complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, with 143 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Engine Issues
Engine complaints account for 6% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, with 58 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.
Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.
Complaint trend by year
Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. Recent trend: decreasing.
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Recall History (6 recalls)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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.
EQUIPMENT
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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
+ 1 more recall in the full report
Recall severity analysis & seller scripts
The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
The worst model year for the Dodge Grand Caravan is the 2011 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is electrical.
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Class Average (Minivan - 2WD)
This vehicle
1,000
Class avg
444
2.3x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical minivan - 2wd vehicles.
Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.
About this data
NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 1,000 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 6 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.
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