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    Dodge Grand Caravan

    EPA MPG: 20 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    The 2016 Grand Caravan is much less reliable than other cars from the same model year.

    The 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
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    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    What Owners Say

    Transmission rebuild or replacement

    "Transmission started slipping while changing gears, replaced with a new-used transmission that then had a return line leak."

    Anonymous, AR (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    ""Started having problems after the warranty expired at 60,000 miles. Clunking, shifting rough, not going into gear. Had it serviced each time a problem would come up but it didnt ever do it when in for service so all they had was my word something was wrong. One day driving my daughter to school the engine sounded like it was coming apart and would barely go. Had it towed to the repair shop who said the transmission needed replaced.""

    Anonymous, (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    "Started in October. Took about a week for it to be inoperable after first notice. Took about a month to get it replaced. $6000 cost. Working okay so far"

    Anonymous, WV (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    "At around 100,000 miles, required transmission replacement at a cost of $6,800."

    Anonymous A., FL (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T 3.6-L V6)

    ""at 128000 KM the car simply would no longer go into reverse and had to be towed. the forward movement was normal. The transmission shop advised that the work required to resolve this meant that the costs of removing,diagnosing and rebuilding this unit would be a lot of hours and we would be better served by putting a rebuilt unit in,which we subsequently did after checking with a couple of other shops who gave us a similar scenario. As it turned out this cost us 4200.00 CDN. and left us with a bad taste in our mouth about Dodge vans. since then others have told us that the transmissions on these are known for being "weak". To be sure I have owned a lot of Ford cars over the years and have not had an outright transmission failure. We were not able to verify what exactly went wrong with our trasmission as the shop told us that they send them out to a major rebuilding facility where they get analysed and rebuilt if they are fit and then resold....who knows for sure if this isn,t just a convenient business plan where these things are resold several times.""

    Anonymous A., BC (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    "Lost my transmission while traveling across the country. My insurance totaled my car and gave me $6300. The new transmission cost $6500. Had car repaired as we were 1200 miles from home and pulling a pop tent trailer. If at home, I would have totaled the van."

    Anonymous A., AZ (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    "No warning indicators prior to transmission failure I was driving home from work at night and lost everything"

    Anonymous, NY (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Locks and latches

    "Sliding door behind the driver bacame unable to open manually or electronically. Dealer could not get it open and said the latch had to be replaced. Dealer quoted $1875 to remove the side panel with the door to get to the latch and replace. I have not yet had this work done."

    Anonymous, MN (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)
    Seat controls - manual

    "Both stow and go cables on both seats broke"

    Anonymous A., FL (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)
    Windows

    "Window winder stopped working - should last longer than 8 years."

    Anonymous A., ON (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Unsure 3.6-L V6)

    "Driver power window broke off track, causing it to fall into the door, exposing the interior to the elments."

    Anonymous A., FL (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T 3.6-L V6)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Engine knock or ping

    "Shop said not worth fixing- cost would be more than the van is worth"

    Anonymous A., TX (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)
    Oil leaks

    ""Leaking oil. Big O Tires told us it was a known issue on this car which Dodge never did a recall for. Parts required: Intake Gasket Kit, Oil Filter Housing Assembly w/sensors, Oil Pressure Sensor, Coolant Pressure Sensor. Total Cost 1177.60""

    Anonymous, CO (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Unsure 3.6-L V6)

    ""On a pre-trip check up, an oil leak was noted and the oil housing or casing had to be replaced.""

    Anonymous, WI (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    Heater system

    "Heating system failure caused by thermostat failure."

    Anonymous, MN (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)
    Other climate system problem

    "Dual climate control passenger side stays at maximum heat. Info from web instructed to tun both selector knobs at the same time ten or 25 times with the key on after several attempts it finally worked. This is the second time I had this issue. I expect to have to change a blend door module or something soon. First time no problems for a year. Prior to second instance."

    Anonymous, OH (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Unsure 3.6-L V6)
    Refrigerant leaks

    "Took it to a garage to refill refrigerant. It lasted one month ?. I leave the windows open now."

    Anonymous, PA (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Paint/Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    What Owners Say

    Loose exterior trim or moldings

    "A piece of door trim on the passenger side wasnt even noticeably loose. Then one day it fell off the car on the highway. I thought I had hit something and couldnt figure out what it was until I got home and it was missing."

    Anonymous A., TX (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)
    Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

    "Paint is bubbling on hood edge Cables for stow and go broke on both seats"

    Anonymous A., FL (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Keyless entry

    ""This van and I understand that this is an ongoing problem with these vehicles is the troublesome nature of the power lock actuators on the sliding doors. I have replaced them both twice and it involves taking the sliding door apart and reinstalling the actuator and it is not a simple job. the actuators are not expensive but seem to be poorly made as I have had them on other Ford vans and have never had a problem. Many owners of the Dodge Vans have this problem and have pushed Crysler for a recall, to no avail. I was quoted 800.00 CND to have this done at a dealership but as I am able I have done it myself everytime. the cost of the actuator is between 25.00 and 65.00 if bought on line and about 165.00 if bought through Crysler Canada""

    Anonymous A., BC (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)
    Warning lights

    "Warning light was diagnosed as a thermostat housing problem. $400 repair"

    Anonymous, WV (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6-L V6)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Catalytic converter

    ""Check engine light came on. The code was for a catalytic converter. I had a shop replace the cat. I have the R/T, so it's an E85 vehicle. The shop ordered a catalytic converter from 2 vendors and both of them either had internal issues or the sensor wasn't in the right location. They ended up having to get an OEM part. The wait time for multiple catalytic converters left my vehicle at the shop for 3 weeks.""

    Anonymous A., VA (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T 3.6-L V6)
    Other/unsure

    "Mouse damage ... not car's fault"

    Anonymous, ID (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Regular brake failure

    "pads and rotors"

    Anonymous, PA (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

    "Engine light occasionally appears on instrument panel. Code indicates converter problem. Mechanic assumes it is a faulty oxygen sensor. Has not yet been repaired."

    Anonymous, IN (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Unsure 3.6-L V6)

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    What Owners Say

    Overheating

    "Engine started overheating several months ago. Checked and replaced several things but still having an issue."

    Anonymous, (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Noises/Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Air or water leaks

    ""Service center found leaking radiator and replaced it. This is the 2nd new radiator replacement in this vehicle. So it is on its third radiator! Luckily, the second radiator was under warranty, however labor was not.""

    Anonymous, WI (2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3.6-L V6)

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    Suspension/Steering

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    May 15, 2020
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V278000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 122
    EQUIPMENT
    Dec 21, 2017
    If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
    Summary:
    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
    What should you do:
    Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 17V824000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 61791
    POWER TRAIN
    Jun 24, 2016
    If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V461000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 26298
    SEATS
    May 16, 2016
    If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V300000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 99
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
    Sep 24, 2015
    If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 15V595000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 1625
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