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2018 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 3.1× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
263Complaints
4Recalls
6Crashes
0Fires
11Injured
1Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (34.2% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Electrical System complaints here are 3.1× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System90 · 34.2%RecalledRecall 18V524000
Structure:body55 · 20.9%not available
Engine34 · 12.9%not available
Power Train22 · 8.4%not available
Air Bags12 · 4.6%not available
Seats11 · 4.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other66 · 25.1%
STRUCTURE:BODY55 · 20.9%
ENGINE34 · 12.9%
POWER TRAIN22 · 8.4%
AIR BAGS12 · 4.6%
SEATS11 · 4.2%
SERVICE BRAKES9 · 3.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM8 · 3%
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES7 · 2.7%

Percentages are the share of the 263 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly

NHTSA campaign 20V278000 · 2020 · reported 05/15/2020

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · 2018 · reported 08/09/2018

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V523000 · 2018 · reported 08/09/2018

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:

NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 2025 · reported 12/17/2025

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“The drivers side sliding door stopped working in the locked and shut position and is impossibleto open. Because of this we had to climb over…”NHTSA complaint 11456889 — filed 03/15/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Driver side rear slider is stuck in the locked position. The auto slider and door locks will not allow is to open from the inside…”NHTSA complaint 11455273 — filed 03/04/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Both sliding doors will not open manually or with the key fob. The lock is permanently stuck in place. I was told it was due…”NHTSA complaint 11448921 — filed 01/25/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 90 of 263 NHTSA complaints (34.2%), followed by unspecified/other issues (66), structure:body (55), engine (34). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan have?

263 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 6 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 11 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.

Does the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V278000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.