MYRModel Year Report

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1,292
Recalls
8

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

64% of complaints

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 24 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1990 1991: 129 complaints 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1994: 199 complaints 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 2000: 442 complaints 2000 2001: 298 complaints 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2004: 116 complaints 2005: 995 complaints 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,292 complaints 2008 1,292 2009: 544 complaints 2010: 869 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 471 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 238 complaints 2020: 17 complaints 2020
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 24 complaints 1990: 55 complaints 1991: 129 complaints 1991 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1994: 199 complaints 1994 1995: 108 complaints 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1997 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 2000: 442 complaints 2000 2001: 298 complaints 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2003 2004: 116 complaints 2005: 995 complaints 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,292 complaints 2008 1,292 2009: 544 complaints 2010: 869 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2012 2013: 471 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2018 2019: 238 complaints 2020: 17 complaints
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 24 complaints 1989 1990: 55 complaints 1991: 129 complaints 1991 1992: 256 complaints 1993: 289 complaints 1993 1994: 199 complaints 1995: 108 complaints 1995 1996: 1,157 complaints 1997: 583 complaints 1997 1998: 559 complaints 1999: 432 complaints 1999 2000: 442 complaints 2001: 298 complaints 2001 2002: 290 complaints 2003: 219 complaints 2003 2004: 116 complaints 2005: 995 complaints 2005 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,292 complaints 2008 1,292 2009: 544 complaints 2010: 869 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2011 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 471 complaints 2013 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2015 2016: 966 complaints 2017: 404 complaints 2017 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 238 complaints 2019 2020: 17 complaints

2008: 1,292 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19851
19860
19872
198810
198924
199055
1991129
1992256
1993289
1994199
1995108
19961,157
1997583
1998559
1999432
2000442
2001298
2002290
2003219
2004116
2005995
2006284
2007182
20081,292
2009544
2010869
2011530
2012584
2013471
2014358
2015281
2016966
2017404
2018265
2019238
202017

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

64% · 823 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and wiring.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH
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Driving the vehicle on a residential street. Engine quit suddenly and unexpectedly. Steering and brakes failed. Vehicle went off the road, over the curb and came to a stop. No property damage or bodily harm.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-25

Vehicle has loose horn emblem Vehicle Heat/AC front not operable Vehicle driver side sliding door inoperable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31

Also filed under Air bags and structure

Subject: Manufacturer and Dealer Non-Compliance / Obstruction of Federal Safety Recalls Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Description of Problem: I am filing a formal complaint against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA)/Mopar and its authorized dealer...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27

Also filed under Air bags

Air bags

23% · 296 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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I am writing about what I feel was a severe airbag malfunction.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-11

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan side airbags failed to deploy. Consumer states that his wife was in an accident when she got hit in the left side and the airbags did not deploy but luckily she came out with just injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-04-01

Airbag light is on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-20

Service brakes

17% · 214 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH
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01 /13/18 the very first morning I had it I worked at 6 am about 5 mins into driving 11 degrees! The traction light came on without me pushing the button. Then a eps w/ des lite up?? They both went on by themselves as well.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-16

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and fuel/propulsion system

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle began to shake as the contact was depressing the brake pedal.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-16

Engine

9% · 117 reports
CRASHFIRE

Power train

5% · 68 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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

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    2008Complaint volume 1,292 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2009-10-13Service brakes, hydraulic09V351000 Eldorado national is recalling model year 2008-2009 amerivan mobility vehicles built on Chrysler town & country and Dodge Grand Caravan platforms vehicles. The rear brake lines may have been…

    Remedy: Eldorado national amerivan dealers will inspect the vehicles and if the brake lines were improperly routed they will be correctly reinstalled free of charge. The safety recall began on October 13…

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    2010-11-15Electrical system10V235000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler town & country passenger vehicles manufactured from February 2007 through September 2009. Some of the…

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on November 15, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2011-01-14Equipment10V611000 CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WATER LEAK At THE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) DRAIN…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the HVAC drain grommet free of charge. The safety recall began on January 14, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2011-10-21Air bags, equipment11V394000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler grand voyager, town and country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured from June 24, 2007, through July 30, 2008. These vehicles may…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the affected air bag module free of charge. The safety recall began on October 14, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2014-04-01Suspension14V055000 Freedom Motors Inc., (Freedom Motors) of Savaria Vehicle Group (formerly The Liberty Motor Company) is recalling one model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan and certain model year 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country wheelchair...

    Remedy: Freedom Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2014. Owners can contact Freedom Motors at 1-800-561-9600. Freedom Motors' number for this recall is ENGF0216-3.

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    2014-06-16Recall queryClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Non-Deployment/Engine Stall
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    2014-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2015-07-24 Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
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    2015-05-26Air bags, electrical system14V373000 This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03.

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    2016-12-06Air bags16V047000 FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31,...

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S07.

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    2021-02-11Air bags, steering20V396000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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Buy-smart checklist

2008 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 823 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 296 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 214 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 09V351000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 10V235000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 10V611000 · Equipment
  • Recall 11V394000 · Air bags, equipment
  • Recall 14V055000 · Suspension
  • Recall 14V373000 · Air bags, electrical system
  • Recall 16V047000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V396000 · Air bags, steering
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FAQ

Is the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
8 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.