How common are electrical problems on the 2012 Dodge Caravan?

NHTSA lists 47 electrical-system complaints for the 2012 Caravan, which is 54% of all 87 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2012 Dodge Caravan's electrical system?

This dataset shows no related recalls listed, though multiple owner complaints reference NHTSA campaign number 14V234000 tied to a switch issue and part shortages.

Did the electrical issues cause any fires?

Yes, NHTSA complaint data records 2 fires among the 47 electrical-system complaints for the 2012 Caravan, including one involving a door switchbox.

At what mileage do electrical failures typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for electrical-system complaints on the 2012 Caravan is 69,000 miles.

Is the 2012 Caravan's electrical complaint rate worse than other years?

It's roughly similar to nearby years: the 2011 Caravan shows a 69% share and 2010 shows 49%, compared to 54% for 2012, based on NHTSA complaint data.

2012 Dodge Caravan Electrical System Problems

The 2012 Dodge Caravan has 47 electrical-system complaints, 54% of its 87 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 69,000. Two of those complaints involved fires. No related recalls are listed in this data despite owners referencing campaign 14V234000.

Electrical System complaints: 47; 54% of 87
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 69,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Battery repeatedly dies and wiring is blamed, with fuses blowing for seat controls and wipers before the alternator eventually fails.
Driver-side switchbox controlling windows, door locks, and mirrors reportedly caught fire while the vehicle was stopped, producing flames from the armrest.
Rear quarter vent window switch overheats, producing a burning odor or smoke, and in some cases a driver's door fire, according to a recall notice referenced by owners.
Several owners report being unable to get the switch recall repair completed because replacement parts were unavailable for extended periods.
Wipers turn on and stay on unprompted, headlights fail to switch between high and low beam, and door locks activate on their own.

When 2012 Dodge Caravan electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 2, 2014, latest Jan 3, 2021.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2014 to Jan 2021; peak Jan 2015 (9).

Electrical System recalls for the 2012 Dodge Caravan

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Caravan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201084 (49%)
201154 (69%)
201247 (54%)
201316 (53%)
20147 (35%)
20154 (17%)
20161 (50%)
20170 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2012 Dodge Caravan?: NHTSA lists 47 electrical-system complaints for the 2012 Caravan, which is 54% of all 87 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2012 Dodge Caravan's electrical system?: This dataset shows no related recalls listed, though multiple owner complaints reference NHTSA campaign number 14V234000 tied to a switch issue and part shortages.
Did the electrical issues cause any fires?: Yes, NHTSA complaint data records 2 fires among the 47 electrical-system complaints for the 2012 Caravan, including one involving a door switchbox.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for electrical-system complaints on the 2012 Caravan is 69,000 miles.
Is the 2012 Caravan's electrical complaint rate worse than other years?: It's roughly similar to nearby years: the 2011 Caravan shows a 69% share and 2010 shows 49%, compared to 54% for 2012, based on NHTSA complaint data.