2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan has a complaint index of 33, ranking 11th worst out of 16 model years, and earns a Good verdict. It has 241 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, well below the worst years like 2008 (index 100) and 2016 (index 93).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #11 of 16 Grand Caravan years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 241
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 6
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 20
- Top issue
- Structure & Body
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 20 / 0
Top 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report the brakes failing to stop the vehicle even with heavy pedal pressure, leading to crashes while parking or driving.
- Multiple owners describe the vehicle unexpectedly shifting into reverse or rolling away after being left in park with the engine running.
- Owners report electrical fires starting under the dash or while the van is idling, with visible smoke and melted interior components.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in some frontal and side-impact crashes despite significant vehicle damage.
- One owner reported a strong rear seat stowage spring snapping the seat back down forcefully during a demonstration, causing head injury.
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?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 model has a complaint index of 33 and ranks 11th worst out of 16 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other Grand Caravan years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
- NHTSA complaint data shows Structure & Body issues lead at 61 complaints (25%), followed by Electrical System at 57 complaints (24%) and Transmission & Powertrain at 49 complaints (20%).
- Does the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 model year, covering structure/body seat strikers, brakes, fuel system, and other components. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2019 Grand Caravan compare to the worst years?
- The 2019 model's complaint index of 33 is far lower than the worst years on record, including 2008 at 100 and 2016 at 93, both rated Avoid.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
- EPA rates the 2019 Grand Caravan at 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.