MYRModel Year Report

2016 Dodge Grand Caravan

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2016 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
966
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2016

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

32% 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 2005 2006: 284 complaints 2007: 182 complaints 2008: 1,292 complaints 2009: 544 complaints 2010: 869 complaints 2010 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 471 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2016: 966 complaints 2016 966 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 238 complaints 2020: 17 complaints
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 2010: 869 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2012: 584 complaints 2012 2013: 471 complaints 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2016: 966 complaints 2016 966 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 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 2010: 869 complaints 2011: 530 complaints 2011 2012: 584 complaints 2013: 471 complaints 2013 2014: 358 complaints 2015: 281 complaints 2016: 966 complaints 2016 966 2017: 404 complaints 2018: 265 complaints 2019: 238 complaints 2019 2020: 17 complaints

2016: 966 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

32% · 307 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and speedometer/odometer.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

"Takata recall the tipm in my brand new Dodge grand carvan gave out and caused a fire in my starter which caused smoke to come out of cars engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-25

Structure

23% · 222 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

CRASHINJURY
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I put the van in park. Got out to walk around and get a car seat & the van started moving in reverse (Back up camera was not on) so I know I put it in park.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-26

I was driving at 2 or 3 MPH in heavy traffic on a city street and the car accelerated when I touched the brake. Pressure on the brake pedal would not stop the vehicle and it crashed into the car ahead, pushing it into the second car ahead.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-06-08

Also filed under Service brakes

The rear sliding doors do NOT open. The locks are stuck and won’t allow the doors to unlock and open. Prior to the locks malfunctioning they made a very loud buzzing sound then completely stopped working.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-29

Power train

22% · 212 reports

Most commonly citing fluid/lubricant and automatic transmission.

CRASHFIRE
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The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-09

The transmission on this vehicle has started to make a whining noise from the transmission which is consistent with the symptoms of a failing transmission pump cover under recall S44.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-03

Engine

8% · 79 reports
CRASHFIRE
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The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light remaining illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27

Fuel/propulsion system

3% · 25 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2015-10-22Latches/locks/linkages15V595000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2016Complaint volume 966 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2016-07-01Seats16V300000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.

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    2016-08-18Power train16V461000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and...

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.

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    2018-02-14Equipment17V824000 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.

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    2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
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    2020-05-19Fuel system, gasoline20V278000 Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

    Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

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    2021-07-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2022-07-22 Sliding Doors Inoperative
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    2026-02-05Equipment adaptive/mobility25V876000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2016 Dodge Grand Caravan — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 307 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 222 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 212 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V595000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 16V300000 · Seats
  • Recall 16V461000 · Power train
  • Recall 17V824000 · Equipment
  • Recall 20V278000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 25V876000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
6 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.