Dodge
Caravan
Dodge Caravan: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
Licensed photo · Photo creditMakeDodge
ClassMinivan
Model years (US)2000–2009
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Sixth generation (Chrysler Grand Caravan)2021–present
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | RU |
| Model years | 2021-present |
| Body styles | 5-door van |
| Platform | Chrysler RU platform |
| Engines | 3.6 L Pentastar V6 |
| Transmissions | ZF 948TE 9-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 3,089 mm |
| Length | 5,171 mm |
| Width | 2,022 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm |
| Class | Minivan |
| Assembly | Canada: Windsor Assembly Plant (Windsor, Ontario) |
Fifth generation (Dodge Grand Caravan)2007–2020
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | August 16, 2007 – August 21, 2020 |
| Model years | 2008–2020 |
| Body styles | 4-door minivan |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler RT platform |
| Engines | 2.8 L 176 hp CRD I4 diesel 3.3 L 175 hp V6 3.8 L 197 hp V6 4.0 L 251 hp V6 3.6 L 283 hp Pentastar V6 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed automatic (3.3 engine) 62TE 6-speed automatic (3.6, 3.8, 4.0 engines) |
| Wheelbase | 3,078 mm |
| Length | 5,144 mm Ram Cargo Van: 5,151 mm |
| Width | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,753 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,953 kg |
| Designer | Ralph Gilles (2006) |
Dodge Caravan – Fourth generation2000–2012
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | July 24, 2000 – July 2007 (North America) 2007–2011 (China) |
| Model years | 2001–2007 (North America) 2008–2012 (China) |
| Body styles | 4-door minivan |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler RS platform |
| Engines | 2.4 L EDZ I4 2.8 L CRD diesel (Philippines) 3.0 L 6G72 V6 (China) 3.3 L EGA V6 3.8 L EGH V6 |
| Transmissions | 3-speed 31TH automatic with 2.4EDZ 4-speed 41TE automatic |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 2,878 mm Grand Caravan: 3,030 mm |
| Length | 2001–2004 SWB: 4,803 mm 2005–2007 SWB: 4,808 mm Grand Caravan: 5,093 mm/5,095 mm |
| Width | 1,996 mm |
| Height | 1,750 mm |
| Designer | Brandon Faurote (1997) |
Dodge Caravan – Third generation1995–2002
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | January 30, 1995–2000 |
| Model years | 1996–2000 1996–2002 (China) |
| Body styles | 3-door and 4-door minivan |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler NS platform |
| Engines | gasoline 2.4 L EDZ I4 3.0 L 6G72 V6 3.3 L EGA V6 (also E85) 3.8 L EGH V6 diesel 2.5 L VM425 turbo I4 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual (diesel) 3-speed 31TH automatic 3-speed A670 automatic 4-speed 41TE automatic |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 2,878 mm Grand Caravan: 3,030 mm |
| Length | SWB: 4,732 mm Grand Caravan FWD: 5,070 mm Grand Caravan AWD: 5,072 mm |
| Width | 1,951 mm |
| Height | 1,740 mm FWD: 1,745 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,600 kg 1,669 kg (Grand Caravan) |
| Assembly | St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| Designer | Don Renkert (1991) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2003, 2005–2006, 2008–2009 | 3.3 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2008–2009 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2008–2009 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2001, 2004–2005, 2007–2008 | 3.3 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2002–2007 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2007 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2004 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000–2002 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2000 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2009 | 3.3 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8–13.1 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 9.8–10.7 L/100 km |
| 2008–2009 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2008–2009 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8–13.1 L/100 km | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 9.4–10.2 L/100 km |
| 2002–2007 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.2–11.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2000–2007 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 12.4–13.1 L/100 km | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 10.2–10.7 L/100 km |
| 2000–2004 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| 2000–2002 | 2.4 L, 4 cyl · 3-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 9.8–10.7 L/100 km |
| 2000 | 3.0 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Minivan |
| Model years in EPA data | 2000–2009 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Flex-fuel |
| Engine displacement | 2.4–4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4, 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| Configurations listed | 47 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2000–2009 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 65 | 2002, 2004 |
| Steering | 43 | 2002, 2004 |
| Electrical system | 42 | 2002, 2004 |
| Engine and cooling | 33 | 2002, 2004 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 33 | 2002, 2004 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 27 | 2002, 2004 |
| Brakes | 25 | 2002, 2004 |
| Lights | 19 | 2002, 2004 |
| Body and structure | 16 | 2002, 2004 |
| Seat belts | 15 | 2002 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2002, 2004: 321 complaints, 18 with a crash and 14 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.