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2015 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

What owners reported to NHTSA, at what mileage, and every safety recall for this model year.

281owner complaints
4safety recalls
7involved a crash

Also reported: 2 fires, 19 people injured, 0 deaths. Each complaint is counted once even if it lists several components.

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Most reported problems

Complaints by component. One complaint can name more than one component, so these add up to more than 281.

Power train77
Usually 79,896–118,000 miles (middle half of 49 reports with mileage)
Parts named: Automatic transmission (1); Automatic transmission › fluid/lubricant › pump (1)
Seats57
Usually 50,000–81,583 miles (middle half of 46 reports with mileage)
Parts named: Front assembly › head restraint (12)
Unknown or other41
Usually 43,625–60,750 miles (middle half of 18 reports with mileage)
Electrical system38
Usually 30,000–81,500 miles (middle half of 19 reports with mileage)
Parts named: Adas (1); Adas › control module (1)
Engine38
Usually 59,750–123,500 miles (middle half of 22 reports with mileage)
Air bags24
Usually 54,850–108,248 miles (middle half of 18 reports with mileage)
Structure24
Usually 28,500–87,500 miles (middle half of 15 reports with mileage)
Parts named: Body (22); Body › door (3)
Vehicle speed control12
Usually 8,000–86,000 miles (middle half of 9 reports with mileage)
Parts named: Accelerator pedal (2)
Electronic stability control (ESC)7
Usually 37,132–54,800 miles (middle half of 5 reports with mileage)
Service brakes7
Usually 37,600–77,800 miles (middle half of 5 reports with mileage)

When problems show up

Reports by odometer reading at the time of the problem, top components. Each bar is a 25,000-mile band, labeled by where it starts (0 = 0–25k miles). Reports without mileage are left out.

Power train

49 reports with mileage · median 94,000 miles
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Seats

46 reports with mileage · median 65,500 miles
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Unknown or other

18 reports with mileage · median 55,000 miles
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Safety recalls (4)

Recalls that cover the 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. Some apply only to certain trims or build dates. This page cannot tell whether a specific car's recall work was done.

Check a specific VIN's open recalls on nhtsa.gov

Equipment adaptive/mobility › wheelchair restraints/securement › latch/anchor ›

Campaign 25V876000 · 2025-12-17 · 86 vehicles

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…

Full recall text and remedy

Summary: 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 equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

Equipment

Campaign 17V824000 · 2017-12-21 · 61,791 vehicles

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

Full recall text and remedy

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Consequence: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

Power train › automatic transmission

Campaign 16V461000 · 2016-06-24 · 26,298 vehicles

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…

Full recall text and remedy

Summary: 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 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.

Consequence: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Visibility › windshield

Campaign 16V044000 · 2016-01-28 · 184 vehicles

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…

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Summary: 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. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Consequence: If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

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.

Questions to ask the seller

Has the transmission been serviced or repaired? On the test drive, watch for slipping, delayed engagement, or harsh shifts.

77 owner complaints mention the transmission or drivetrain, half of the reports with mileage are between 79,896 and 118,000 miles.

Do all seat adjusters, heaters, and latches work? Any seat-related repairs?

57 owner complaints mention the seats, half of the reports with mileage are between 50,000 and 81,583 miles.

Any battery drain, dashboard warning lights, or electrical repairs? Test every switch, screen, and power accessory before buying.

38 owner complaints mention the electrical system, half of the reports with mileage are between 30,000 and 81,500 miles.

Has the engine had any repairs, oil leaks, or check-engine lights? Ask for the invoices and listen for knocking or ticking on a cold start.

38 owner complaints mention the engine, half of the reports with mileage are between 59,750 and 123,500 miles.

Has the airbag warning light ever stayed on? Was any airbag replaced after a crash?

24 owner complaints mention the air bags, half of the reports with mileage are between 54,850 and 108,248 miles.

Has the open recall work been done? Ask for dealer service records, and check the VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year.

Other Dodge Grand Caravan years

Owner complaints per model year (2010–2022). Older cars have had more time to collect reports.

Compare all years on one chart

Source: NHTSA complaints file (FLAT_CMPL, updated 2026-10-21) and NHTSA recalls file. Page generated 2026-10-22.

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