Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
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.
268Complaints
4Recalls
8Crashes
0Fires
13Injured
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% 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.
1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Electrical System
91 · 34%
Recalled
Recall 18V524000
Structure:body
56 · 20.9%
No official action
—
Engine
34 · 12.7%
No official action
—
Power Train
23 · 8.6%
No official action
—
Air Bags
12 · 4.5%
No official action
—
Seats
11 · 4.1%
Investigation closed
PE19014
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.
Percentages are the share of the 268 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.
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 itPark 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
“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
“Stalls out randomly rear caliper keeps failing and leaking break fluid transmission will not shift properly up or down shifting which makes had to stop…”NHTSA complaint 11441841 — filed 11/28/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
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 91 of 268 NHTSA complaints (34%), followed by unspecified/other issues (66), structure:body (56), engine (34). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
268 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 13 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?
1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
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 07/14/2026.
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