2006 Dodge Caravan Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#4 most-complained of 13 Caravan years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2006 Dodge Caravan has 173 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 75 out of 100 — #4 highest of 13 Caravan model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is electrical system (37 complaints, 21% of the total). Complaints report 12 crashes, 2 fires, and 18 injuries.
- Complaints
- 173
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 12 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 18 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2006 Dodge Caravan problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System37 (21%)
- Engine32 (18%)
- Airbags27 (16%)
- Steering27 (16%)
- Structure & Body26 (15%)
- Fuel System15 (9%)
- Brakes13 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain13 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers11 (6%)
- Other7 (4%)
2006 Dodge Caravan recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 10V008000Jan 11, 2010Airbags308,950 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, alaska and the district of columbia. The front crash sensors may crack under certain environmental conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. This can cause the sensor to become inoperative and illuminate the airbag warning light. These sensors were added to enhance the performance of the airbag system in certain frontal crashes.
Risk: If the front crash sensors become inoperative, the driver is immediately alerted by illumination of the airbag warning light and the vehicle should be promptly serviced. Until the vehicle is repaired, the airbags may not provide the enhanced protection in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 06V067000Mar 8, 2006Visibility & Wipers268,800 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.
Risk: During certain operating conditions, loss of front windshield wiping capability could occur, and the driver's vision could be obscured which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2006, to dodge durango owners. Minivan owners will be notified during july 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2006 compared with other Caravan years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Dodge Caravan a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2006 Dodge Caravan ranks #4 of 13 among Caravan model years (Complaint Index 75/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 173 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Caravan?
- The most reported problem areas are electrical system (37 complaints), engine (32 complaints), and airbags (27 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 58,000 miles.
- Does the 2006 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Dodge Caravan, most recently reported 2010, covering airbags and visibility & wipers.