2012 Dodge Caravan Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Dodge Caravan.

20112013
Complaints
116
Crashes
5
Fires
3
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2012 Dodge Caravan Problems

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

#147 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:82,492 mi
Fires:2
#219 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:96,232 mi
#39 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:47,608 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Dodge Caravan.

Electrical Faults
47
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
82,492
Engine Problems
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
96,232
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
47,608
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
104,690
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer:Switch/Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2012 Dodge Caravan — FAQ

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

Is the 2012 Dodge Caravan reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2012 Dodge Caravan has 116 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 47 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2012 Dodge Caravan?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (47 complaints, avg 82,492 mi); Engine Problems (19 complaints, avg 96,232 mi); Brakes (9 complaints, avg 47,608 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 2012 Dodge Caravan?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 83,483 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2012 Dodge Caravan?
NHTSA complaints for the 2012 Dodge Caravan include 5 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 4 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 2012 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2012 Dodge Caravan as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2012 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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