MYRModel Year Report

2008 Dodge Caravan

◆ Worse than typical
2008 Dodge Caravan
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
302
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

55% of complaints

Complaints per year

1984: 18 complaints 1984 1985: 49 complaints 1986: 49 complaints 1987: 72 complaints 1988: 107 complaints 1989: 194 complaints 1989 1990: 283 complaints 1991: 623 complaints 1992: 923 complaints 1993: 955 complaints 1994: 661 complaints 1994 1995: 489 complaints 1996: 1,403 complaints 1997: 714 complaints 1998: 629 complaints 1999: 555 complaints 1999 2000: 470 complaints 2001: 257 complaints 2002: 245 complaints 2003: 195 complaints 2004: 65 complaints 2005: 537 complaints 2006: 173 complaints 2007: 81 complaints 2008: 302 complaints 2008 302 2009: 118 complaints 2010: 172 complaints 2011: 78 complaints 2012: 87 complaints 2013: 30 complaints 2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 23 complaints 2016: 36 complaints 2017: 11 complaints 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2019 2020: 3 complaints
1984: 18 complaints 1984 1985: 49 complaints 1986: 49 complaints 1987: 72 complaints 1987 1988: 107 complaints 1989: 194 complaints 1990: 283 complaints 1990 1991: 623 complaints 1992: 923 complaints 1993: 955 complaints 1993 1994: 661 complaints 1995: 489 complaints 1996: 1,403 complaints 1996 1997: 714 complaints 1998: 629 complaints 1999: 555 complaints 1999 2000: 470 complaints 2001: 257 complaints 2002: 245 complaints 2002 2003: 195 complaints 2004: 65 complaints 2005: 537 complaints 2005 2006: 173 complaints 2007: 81 complaints 2008: 302 complaints 2008 302 2009: 118 complaints 2010: 172 complaints 2011: 78 complaints 2011 2012: 87 complaints 2013: 30 complaints 2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 23 complaints 2016: 36 complaints 2017: 11 complaints 2017 2018: 5 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 3 complaints 2020
1984: 18 complaints 1984 1985: 49 complaints 1986: 49 complaints 1986 1987: 72 complaints 1988: 107 complaints 1988 1989: 194 complaints 1990: 283 complaints 1990 1991: 623 complaints 1992: 923 complaints 1992 1993: 955 complaints 1994: 661 complaints 1994 1995: 489 complaints 1996: 1,403 complaints 1996 1997: 714 complaints 1998: 629 complaints 1998 1999: 555 complaints 2000: 470 complaints 2000 2001: 257 complaints 2002: 245 complaints 2002 2003: 195 complaints 2004: 65 complaints 2004 2005: 537 complaints 2006: 173 complaints 2006 2007: 81 complaints 2008: 302 complaints 2008 302 2009: 118 complaints 2010: 172 complaints 2010 2011: 78 complaints 2012: 87 complaints 2012 2013: 30 complaints 2014: 20 complaints 2014 2015: 23 complaints 2016: 36 complaints 2016 2017: 11 complaints 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 3 complaints 2020

2008: 302 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198418
198549
198649
198772
1988107
1989194
1990283
1991623
1992923
1993955
1994661
1995489
19961,403
1997714
1998629
1999555
2000470
2001257
2002245
2003195
200465
2005537
2006173
200781
2008302
2009118
2010172
201178
201287
201330
201420
201523
201636
201711
20185
20193
20203

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

55% · 165 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and switch.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Was driving home at night when randomly my lights started flashing, horn started blaring, windshield wipers started going off, washer fluid was spraying everywhere. Locks were locking and unlocking.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-03

Also filed under Visibility/wiper and exterior lighting

Service brakes

21% · 64 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHFIRE
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The van accelerated when pulling into an angled parking space at walmart, villa rica, Georgia and impacted a parked car in the adjacent row, causing that vehicle to roll backward for approximately 20 feet before impacting a third car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-29

Air bags

14% · 42 reports

Most commonly citing side/window.

CRASHINJURY
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We received a "Recall" Notice for air bag module possible malfunction. We took the vehicle to a dealer who informed us that the repair part was not available and on back-order.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-21

Engine

8% · 24 reports
CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that while attempting to exit a parking space at 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-24

Visibility/wiper

5% · 16 reports
CRASH

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. ▮
    2008Complaint volume 302 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2010-06-04Fuel system, gasoline10V148000 The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 Chrysler town & country and Dodge Caravan commercial entervans which were altered by braun between January 21, 2009 and March…

    Remedy: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2010-06-04Suspension10V164000 The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 Chrysler town & country and Dodge Caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between January 21, 2009 and March…

    Remedy: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    2014-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2015-07-24 Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Dodge Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 165 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 64 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 42 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V148000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 10V164000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Dodge Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Dodge Caravan is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Caravan?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Caravan have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.