2014 Dodge Grand Caravan

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2014 Dodge Grand Caravan
BUILT 2026-09-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Grand Caravan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2014 highlighted. 1985: 1 complaints 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: 1157 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 2005 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1291 complaints 2009: 543 complaints 2010: 868 complaints 2010 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 583 complaints 2013: 470 complaints 2014: 357 complaints 2014 2015: 279 complaints 2015 2016: 964 complaints 2017: 402 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 235 complaints 2020: 16 complaints 2020
2014: 357 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19851
19860
19872
198810
198924
199055
1991129
1992256
1993289
1994199
1995108
19961157
1997583
1998559
1999432
2000442
2001298
2002290
2003219
2004116
2005995
2006284
2007182
20081291
2009543
2010868
2011530
2012583
2013470
2014357
2015279
2016964
2017402
2018265
2019235
202016

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 36%

36% of complaints: electrical system — 129 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and wiring.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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Vehicle started on fire while parked. It was a total loss. The auto shop reported that the fire started due to faulty wiring under the driver side seat. Specifically, related to the harness wiring. Thankfully this didn't start while I was driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240705

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROL PANEL INTERMITTENTLY HEATED AND CREATED AN ELECTRICAL SHOCK UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141002

ENGINE 22%

22% of complaints: engine — 80 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
SEATS 17%

17% of complaints: seats — 61 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing head restraint.

CRASH INJURY
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Driver's seat headrest suddenly deployed while driving. I contacted Dodge they haven't replied yet. From what I'm reading there are numerous vehicles with same issue. I was very startled, distracted from surprise and have a sore neck.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231030

CPSC: I1470304A. 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. CONSUMER STATED WHILE TRYING TO FOLD DOWN THE REAR SEAT IT CAME SLAMMING DOWN ON HIS HAND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140801

AIR BAGS 13%

13% of complaints: air bags — 47 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
POWER TRAIN 5%

5% of complaints: power train — 18 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20140925 — DP (closed 20150724)

Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

R 20141023 — tires

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured March 20, 2014, to April 22, 2014, and 2014 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured March 21, 2014, to April 22,...

Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the TPMS module, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P63.

Campaign 14V632000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20141231 — electrical system

Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014.

Campaign 14V234000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160304 — visibility

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.

Campaign 16V044000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180214 — equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.

Campaign 17V824000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20190909 — PE (closed 20260225)

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

R 20260205 — equipment adaptive/mobility

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles...

Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Campaign 25V876000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2014 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (129 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (80 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (61 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V632000 (tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V234000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V044000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 17V824000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V876000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan have?

5 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.