MYRModel Year Report

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

◆ Worse than typical
2009 Dodge Grand 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
544
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

62% 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 2009: 544 complaints 2009 544 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 2006 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,292 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2009 544 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 2007 2008: 1,292 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2009 544 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

2009: 544 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

62% · 338 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and switch.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving 30 MPH, the contact smelled an abnormal odor and noticed smoke coming from the automatic window buttons.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-27

While driving on major (multi-lane) city street (40 mph) the vehicle began to slow, steering became difficult and a single amber caution for the traction control was illuminated. Tachometer indicated 0 RPM.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-21

Air bags

25% · 138 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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2009 Dodge caravan modified by the braun corporation to include a manual ramp for wheelchair passengers was traveling on a 2 lane icy bridge and was unable to stop for a 1997 chevy truck that had already slid out on the bridge and was left sitting...

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-06-15

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while parked with the keys out of the ignition, the contact heard a loud pop coming from the passenger’s side of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-08

Service brakes

12% · 65 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
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While driving, the engine shuts off, leaving the driver with no power steering or power brakes. All power is off. There is no warning or error messages on the dash of any kind. No warning at all.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-28

Also filed under Engine and steering

Engine

8% · 42 reports
CRASHFIRE
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The engine shut down after I hit a bump during a turn, I ran into a ditch and something is broke on the front passenger side. Loud noises coming from tire area. I have already had this happen multiple times and replaced the bearing.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-10

Tl* the contact owned a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact noticed smoke rising from the engine. When the contact pulled the vehicle into the driveway, it caught fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-14

Tires

8% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems and valve.

INJURY

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2009Complaint volume 544 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2009-03-09Electrical system09V046000 Chrysler is recalling 6,138 my 2009 town and country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. Unused electrical connectors for the blind spot detection system may become corroded and could short circuit…

    Remedy: Dealers will seal the power circuit at the subject connector and replace the fuse for this circuit if necessary free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at…

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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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    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

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 338 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 138 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 65 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 09V046000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 09V351000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 10V235000 · Electrical system
  • 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 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
7 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.