Dodge Grand Caravan Years to Avoid
Every Grand Caravan model year ranked by owner complaints filed with NHTSA, with recalls and the top problem for each year.
Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Which Grand Caravan years should you avoid?
The 2008, 2016 and 2010 Grand Caravan have the most NHTSA complaints. Adjusted for how long each year has been on the road, the 2015, 2014 and 2018 models have the fewest problems.
Complaints by model year
Total complaints. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing.
Every year at a glance
| Year | Complaints | Per year | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 245 | 31 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2018 | 271 | 30 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2017 | 414 | 41 | 3 | Electrical |
| 2016 | 1,002 | 91 | 6 | Electrical |
| 2015 | 281 | 23 | 4 | Transmission |
| 2014 | 359 | 28 | 5 | Electrical |
| 2013 | 471 | 34 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2012 | 584 | 39 | 6 | Electrical |
| 2011 | 530 | 33 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2010 | 869 | 51 | 6 | Electrical |
| 2009 | 544 | 30 | 7 | Electrical |
| 2008 | 1,293 | 68 | 8 | Electrical |
"Per year" divides complaints by the years since that model year went on sale, so new and old years compare fairly. Highlighted rows have the most complaints.
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Common questions
What is the worst year for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The 2008 Grand Caravan, with 1,293 complaints. Its most reported problem area is the electrical.
What is the best year for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Among years with at least three years of owner reports, the 2015 Grand Caravan has the fewest complaints per year on the road.
Which Dodge Grand Caravan years should I avoid?
Be most careful with the 2008, 2016 and 2010 models. Check service records and recall work before buying.