2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.

20052007
Complaints
378
Crashes
18
Fires
7
Injuries
29
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems

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

#149 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:67,401 mi
#237 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:94,633 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:3
#336 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:79,156 mi
Crash-related:5
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Steering Defects
49
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
67,401
Electrical Faults
37
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
94,633
Airbags
36
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
79,156
Fuel System
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
99,646
Headlight/Taillight Failures
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
92,560
Latches / Locks
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
55,244
Structure:Body:Door
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
75,503
Engine Problems
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
96,156
Air Bags:Frontal
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
46,992
Body Structure
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
98,111
Engine & Cooling
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
57,030
Automatic Transmission
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,282
Steering:Rack And Pinion
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,884
Structural Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,917
Hydraulic Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
29,064
Wipers & Visibility
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,929
Transmission / Drivetrain
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
92,820
Brakes
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,304
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
248,817
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~308,952 vehicles.

10V338000Seats
~2 affected

DRIVING SPECIALTIES LTD IS RECALLING 2 MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIVOTING PLATE AND THE PIVOTING PLATE PIN.

10V008000Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive
~308,950 affected

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 DODGE CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, TENNESSEE, UTAH, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, ALASKA AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE FRONT CRASH SENSORS MAY CRACK UNDER CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND ALLOW WATER TO ENTER INTO THE SENSOR. THIS CAN CAUSE THE SENSOR TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND ILLUMINATE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. THESE SENSORS WERE ADDED TO ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IN CERTAIN FRONTAL CRASHES.

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2006 Dodge Grand Caravan — FAQ

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

Is the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan has 378 NHTSA complaints, 18 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 49 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (49 complaints, avg 67,401 mi); Electrical Faults (37 complaints, avg 94,633 mi); Airbags (36 complaints, avg 79,156 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 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 78,937 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan include 18 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 29 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 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 308,952 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 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

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

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