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Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Grade

BOverall

Above-average reliability

EngineB+
TransmissionB-

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Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Dodge Grand Caravan earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 5 minivans we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 3,019 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2020 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Dodge Grand Caravan reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2000D2001B2002B-2003B+2004A-2005C+2006B+2007B2008D2009C2010C-2011C2012C-2013C+2014B2015C+2016D2017C+2018B2019A2020A

Best years: 2004, 2019 and 2020

Years to avoid: 2000 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2008 (stalling / loss of power) and 2016 (transmission slipping / rough shifting)

How long does the Dodge Grand Caravan last?

150,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Dodge Grand Caravan problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Dodge Grand Caravan, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Dodge Grand Caravan vs. other minivans

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Toyota Sienna A A A
Dodge Grand Caravan B+ B- B
Honda Odyssey B- B- B-
Kia Carnival D B+ C
Chrysler Pacifica F F F

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Dodge Grand Caravan reliability FAQ

Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?

Above-average reliability. The Dodge Grand Caravan earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 2nd of 5 minivans we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 3,019 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2020 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Dodge Grand Caravan last?

We estimate a well-maintained Dodge Grand Caravan lasts around 150,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Dodge Grand Caravan model years are 2004, 2019 and 2020.

What Dodge Grand Caravan years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Dodge Grand Caravan years to be most careful with are 2000, 2008 and 2016. The 2000 grades a D overall (engine C-, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting. The 2008 grades a D overall (engine C-, transmission C-), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power.

Is the Dodge Grand Caravan transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Grand Caravan transmission a B- (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Dodge Grand Caravan engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Grand Caravan engine a B+ (above-average reliability).