Worst 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Body Structure
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 301 | — | 3 | 60,770 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 206 | 1 | 1 | 85,367 mi | |
| Body Structure | 195 | 3 | — | 63,389 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 78 | 1 | 2 | 81,821 mi | |
| Fuel System | 25 | — | — | 56,706 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 24 | — | — | 55,609 mi | |
| Airbags | 21 | 5 | — | 63,488 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 20 | — | — | 48,795 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 1 | — | 79,789 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 12 | — | — | 60,902 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 11 | 1 | — | 40,445 mi | |
| Brakes | 11 | 1 | 1 | 55,370 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | 48,888 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 10 | — | — | 65,815 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | 1 | — | 58,500 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 44,500 mi | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Lock | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan
6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~90,021 vehicles.
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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