2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 256 |
| 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 | 1291 |
| 2009 | 543 |
| 2010 | 868 |
| 2011 | 530 |
| 2012 | 583 |
| 2013 | 470 |
| 2014 | 357 |
| 2015 | 279 |
| 2016 | 964 |
| 2017 | 402 |
| 2018 | 265 |
| 2019 | 235 |
| 2020 | 16 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
21% of complaints: steering — 61 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and pinion and rack.
INJURY19% of complaints: air bags — 55 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I TURNED INTO A DRIVE WAY AND THE CAR LOST CONTROL. BREAKS LOCKED AND I WOULDN'T STOP
NHTSA ODI report, 20180508
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
12-13-06 FRONT CAR COLLUSION WITH NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. APPROXIMATE SPEED OF VEHICLE LESS THAN 40 MPH. APPROXIMATELY 24 INCH INTRUSION INTO MIDDLE OF THE FRONT OF THE CAR BY PASSENGER SIDE FENDER AREA OF CAR THAT CAUSED COLLUSION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20061214
DURING A RECENT ACCIDENT IN MY 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN, THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE KNEE AIRBAG CAUSED SUBSTANTIAL BRUISING AND ABRASIONS TO MY SHINS, AND I EXPECT TO BE PERMANENTLY SCARRED AS A RESULT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060608
13% of complaints: electrical system — 38 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY SLIDING DOOR QUIT WORKING HALF WAY THRU CYCLE. MY POWER WENT DEAD IN DOORS AND LOCKS I TOOK IT TO THE DODGE DEALER THEY COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM SAID IT WAS EITHER THE ECM OR THE BCM BUT NOT SURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140203
MY SLIDING DOOR QUIT WORKING HALF WAY THRU CYCLE. MY POWER WENT DEAD IN DOORS AND LOCKS I TOOK IT TO THE DODGE DEALER THEY COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM SAID IT WAS EITHER THE ECM OR THE BCM BUT NOT SURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140117
Also filed under STRUCTURE
13% of complaints: structure — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and body.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WHILE PULLING THE LIFT GATE DOWN MANUALLY, THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND PUSHED THE BUTTON THAT AUTOMATICALLY BRINGS THE LIFT GATE DOWN UNAWARE THAT HIS WIFE WAS PULLING THE LIFT GATE DOWN MANUALLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060803
10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 29 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing turn signal and switch.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE
ON CERTAIN VANS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ARMATURE SHAFT MAY BREAK.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 19, 2006, TO DODGE DURANGO OWNERS. MINIVAN OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY
Campaign 06V067000 — 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
FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 DODGE CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE,
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AIRBAG SENSORS WITH A NEW DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN WILL BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYS
Campaign 10V008000 — check if this car was fixed
DRIVING SPECIALTIES LTD IS RECALLING 2 MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 CONVERSION VANS EQUIPPED WITH VMI/RICON 6-WAY POWER SEAT BASES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A DEFECTIVE WELD AT THE JOINT BETWEEN THE PIV
Remedy: DRIVING SPECIALTIES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE VEHICLES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DRIVING SPECIALTIES AT 1-707-553-1515.
Campaign 10V338000 — check if this car was fixed
Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion Audit
Loss of headlight illumination
Engine Stall After Refueling
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (61 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V067000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E104000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V008000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V338000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.