Grand Caravan
Dodge Grand Caravan: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
MakeDodge
ClassMinivan
Model years (US)2002, 2004, 2009–2023
New registrations (EU)2005, 2007–2008, 2010–2012, 2014–2018
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2020 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2011–2019 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2010 | 3.3 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2010 | 3.8 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2020 | 3.6 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| 2010 | 3.3 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2010 | 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 |
| 2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Front-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.4 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 | 2010–2020 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Flex-fuel |
| Engine displacement | 3.3–4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| Configurations listed | 20 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2002, 2004, 2009–2023 |
| New registrations (EU) | 2005, 2007–2008, 2010–2012, 2014–2018 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 2706 | 2010, 2012, 2016 |
| Engine and cooling | 905 | 2010, 2012, 2016 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 676 | 2010, 2015, 2016 |
| Airbags | 577 | 2002, 2009, 2010 |
| Body and structure | 551 | 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| Fuel and propulsion | 419 | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Brakes | 366 | 2009, 2010, 2012 |
| Seats | 250 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Steering | 245 | 2002, 2009, 2010 |
| Lights | 164 | 2002, 2010, 2016 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2002, 2004, 2009–2020: 6137 complaints, 161 with a crash and 100 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.