2009 Dodge Caravan Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Dodge Caravan.

20082010
Complaints
175
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2009 Dodge Caravan Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#170 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:86,740 mi
Crash-related:1
#226 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:95,325 mi
Crash-related:2
#317 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:89,071 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Dodge Caravan.

Electrical Faults
70
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
86,740
Airbags
26
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
95,325
Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
89,071
Wheel Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
69,125
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
72,000
Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
57,000
Hydraulic Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
35,680
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Valve
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2009 Dodge Caravan

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,677 vehicles.

10V164000Suspension:rear
~834 affected

THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN MOBILITY CONVERSIONS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE REAR SPRING HATS COME INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE REAR TIRES. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS THE TIRES MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE REAR SPRING HATS.

10V148000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
~843 affected

THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN COMMERCIAL ENTERVANS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE FUEL FILL PIPE COMES INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE LEFT REAR TIRE. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE TIRE MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE FUEL FILL PIPE.

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2009 Dodge Caravan — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Dodge Caravan reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Dodge Caravan has 175 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 70 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Dodge Caravan?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (70 complaints, avg 86,740 mi); Airbags (26 complaints, avg 95,325 mi); Engine Problems (17 complaints, avg 89,071 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Dodge Caravan?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 83,567 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Dodge Caravan?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Dodge Caravan include 3 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,677 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2009 Dodge Caravan?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Caravan reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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