2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
30/100
#8 most-complained of 11 Grand Caravan years
The 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan has a complaint index of 30 and ranks 8th worst out of 11 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict relative to other years. It has 241 complaints, 4 recalls, and 0 deaths reported to NHTSA.
- Complaints
- 241
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 20 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17 city / 25 hwy
Top 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body61 (25%)
- Electrical System57 (24%)
- Other52 (22%)
- Transmission & Powertrain49 (20%)
- Engine46 (19%)
- Fuel System14 (6%)
- Airbags13 (5%)
- Brakes10 (4%)
- Seat Belts4 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (2%)
What owners report
- Owners report the vehicle rolling away or shifting into reverse unexpectedly after being left running and unattended in park.
- Some describe brakes failing to stop the vehicle despite firm pedal pressure, leading to collisions.
- Electrical fires have started under the dash or while the van was parked and turned off, with wiring and interior components melting or burning.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy properly during frontal or side impact crashes.
- One owner described a rear seat stowage spring releasing forcefully and striking them during a demonstration.
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V876000Dec 17, 2025Other86 vehicles
Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
- NHTSA 20V278000May 15, 2020Fuel System122 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
- NHTSA 19V759000Oct 24, 2019Structure & Body30,354 vehicles
Seats
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The welds on the outboard rear seat strikers for the second row bench and second row bucket seats may fail during a front impact crash. The front outboard seat strikers for the third row bench seats may fail in the event of a rear impact crash. In addition, the second row bench and second row bucket seats may not withstand the required loads.
Risk: If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a striker reinforcement bracket on the second and third row outboard seat strikers, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is V91.
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Gasoline or E85
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2019 compared with other Grand Caravan years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
- Relative to other Grand Caravan model years, the 2019 ranks 8th worst out of 11 years with a complaint index of 30, earning a 'Good' verdict. It has fewer complaints (241) than several other years, including the 2016 (1,000 complaints) and 2010 (869 complaints).
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
- NHTSA complaints show Structure & Body issues lead at 25% of complaints, followed by Electrical System at 24%, Transmission & Powertrain at 20%, and Engine at 19%.
- Does the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2019 Grand Caravan, covering brakes (insufficient rear brake caliper piston coating), structure/body (rear seat striker welds), fuel system (Vantage-modified fuel pump gasket leaks), and other equipment. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How many complaints and injuries does NHTSA have for the 2019 Grand Caravan?
- NHTSA lists 241 complaints, 6 crashes, 3 fires, and 20 injuries for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, with 0 deaths reported.
- What year Dodge Grand Caravan should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 model year has the highest complaint index (100) and is rated 'Avoid,' along with 2010 (90) and 2012 (80). The 2019 is rated 'Good' by comparison.