1999 Dodge Grand Caravan
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1991 | 129 |
| 1992 | 255 |
| 1993 | 289 |
| 1994 | 199 |
| 1995 | 108 |
| 1996 | 1157 |
| 1997 | 583 |
| 1998 | 559 |
| 1999 | 432 |
| 2000 | 442 |
| 2001 | 298 |
| 2002 | 290 |
| 2003 | 219 |
| 2004 | 116 |
| 2005 | 995 |
| 2006 | 284 |
| 2007 | 182 |
| 2008 | 1290 |
| 2009 | 543 |
| 2010 | 866 |
| 2011 | 530 |
| 2012 | 583 |
| 2013 | 470 |
| 2014 | 356 |
| 2015 | 276 |
| 2016 | 961 |
| 2017 | 401 |
| 2018 | 263 |
| 2019 | 233 |
| 2020 | 16 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
11% of complaints: power train — 48 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TRANSMISSION GOT STUCK BETWEEN PARK AND REVERSE, THEN JUMPED BACK INTO REVERSE, BACKED UP AND HIT A TREE. IT IS VERY EASY TO PUT THE SHIFTER IN A POSITION THAT LOOKS LIKE PARK BUT IS NOT FULLY ENGAGED. *AK *ML
NHTSA ODI report, 19990129
11% of complaints: air bags — 47 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I HAD A COLLISION WITH A DEER AT 40 MPH AND THE CAR WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED BUT THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. THIS INCIDENT HAS BEEN REPORTED TO DODGE FOR INVESTIGATION. DT
NHTSA ODI report, 20021209
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND MAKING A TURN, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181023
6% of complaints: electrical system — 26 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHUTOFF AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200818
6% of complaints: air bags — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 22 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
POST-COLLISION FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS BUILT FOR FLEET SALES ONLY. THE HEADLAMP MODULE DOES NOT IDENTIFY THE PARK LAMP AS "DRL" AS REQUIREMENT OF FMVSS 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPM
Remedy: ALL FLEET OWNERS/OPERATORS WILL BE MAILED NON-REMOVABLE DECALS WITH THE REQUIRED "DRL" LETTERS.
Campaign 99V116000 — check if this car was fixed
POST COLLISION FUEL SYSTEM
DC MINIVAN FUEL INJECTOR RAIL LEAK
AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS BUILT WITH 3.3L AND 3.8L ENGINES HAVE FUEL RAILS WITH NITROLE RUBBER O-RING SEALS THAT CAN DEGRADE OVER TIME. FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE UNDERHOOD FUEL INJECTION FUEL RAIL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SEAL ON THE VEHICLE FUEL RAILS TO PREVENT EXTERNAL LEAKAGE OF FUEL FROM THE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE, SHOULD THE EXISTING O-RINGS CONTINUE TO DEGRADE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN
Campaign 00V268000 — check if this car was fixed
DRIVER AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING FAILURE
DRIVER AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING FAILURE
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG MAY BECOME DISABLED DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE CLOCKSPRING, WHICH IS LOCATED IN THE HUB OF THE STEERING WHEEL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY ON ALL COVERED VEHICLES WITH 70,000 MILES OR LESS. FOR THOSE VEHICLES WITH MORE THAN 70,000 MILES, DAIMLERCHRYSLER WILL OFFER AN EXTENDED LIFETIME WARRAN
Campaign 04V480000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULES, P/NOS. E7089M, E7094M, E7113M, AND E7129M, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 1 AND SEPTEMBER 24, 2006. THESE FUEL PUMP MODULES WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE IN CERTAIN DA
Remedy: AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX TOLL-FREE AT 1-866-867-3759.
Campaign 06E091000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN
Remedy: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIM
Campaign 07E104000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (48 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V116000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V268000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V480000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E091000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E104000 (visibility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.