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This 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan has 34 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD Later ReleaseOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.4% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2019 has 34 NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Transmission issues lead with 12 complaints, followed by seat problems (6). Low data confidence means buyers should inspect transmission and verify recalls. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Grand Caravan
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 34
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Seat-Related Issues
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Seat-Related Issues, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?
With low data confidence, the 2019 Grand Caravan is a cautious buy. The transmission complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but the low complaint volume may not indicate widespread issues.
Transmission problems can lead to costly repairs, and 12 complaints suggest a pattern worth investigating before purchase.
May Suit
Budget-conscious families needing a minivan and willing to perform due diligence on transmission history.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a worry-free ownership experience or those unable to verify transmission service records.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan
Inspection Focus
- Transmission fluid condition and shift quality
- Seat mechanisms and mounting bolts
- Electrical system for fault codes
Before You Close the Deal
- Test drive and check transmission for slipping or harsh shifts
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for transmission and electrical repairs
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan has 34 complaints and 4 recalls across a single model year. The top concern is the transmission/drivetrain, accounting for 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to earlier Grand Caravan years, the 2019 has fewer total complaints but a higher proportion of transmission issues.
Recall context: Four recalls indicate the need to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Transmission/drivetrain accounts for 12 of 34 complaints, the highest count.
- Seat-related issues total 6 complaints, the second most common.
- There are 4 recalls for the 2019 model year.
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Seat-Related Issues
- Electrical Faults
Full breakdown
All 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Automatic sliding doors will not unlock or open at all- not manually, not with the inside door buttons, not with my key fob, and not with the automatic buttons on the front ceiling of the van. I have 3 young children all 5 and under. This is an EXTREMELY dangerous fault that puts…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the airbag warning light had remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the front driver side head rest sensor had failed and needed to replaced. T…
The torque converter(automatic transmission) began failing causing the vehicle to stall when at a traffic light in heavy city traffic allowing for the possibility of being struck by other vehicles because of a restart delay. The only way to bypass the issue we learned was to put …
Windows and doors buzz. The windows and doors will not open or will open very slowly. the alarm will go off. The only way to stop it is to disconnect the battery. Sliding door lock will not lock or will lock and not open.
The contact's daughter owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was slipping and made abnormal grinding sounds. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver pulled over and had the vehi…
We purchased our 2019 Dodge Caravan July 31, 2022. We really like this Caravan and find it quite comfortable on long drives. Our transmission had a problem at 86,000 miles with a catastrophic transmission failure and we had the vehicle towed back to where it came from at IG Burt…
The contact's husband owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 20 MPH, the front, passenger side headrest deployed without warning. The contact, who was an occupant in the front, passenger seat, was hit in the neck by the headrest.…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the shoulder of the roadway. The v…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that she had stopped the vehicle on the street on a slight incline with the front of the vehicle pointed up the incline and had shifted to park (P). The contact stated that she was not sure if she engaged the parking…
the sliding doors and sometimed the trunk door on this van unlocl and szlf open randomly. I took it to a mechanic and they said that it is the actuator failing. Dodge knows that this is a problem and extended the warranty, but the dealership in south audtin is difficult to work…
Engine loss of power, failure to accelerate, sudden forward lurch when stopped, Check engine light diagnosed by dealership and independent shop as Cylinder 2 failure. Purchased from Carvana 11/2024 with just over 70,000 miles on it. Currently has about 77,000. Cylinder head is c…
2ND CYLINDER HEAD AND EXAUST VALVUE PART # R3602014AA INTAKE MANIFOLD PART #5184199AF DEFECTIVE OIL FILTER HOUSING ADAPTOR PARTS DEFECTIVE: 68228480AA
The sliding door lock actuator froze there was an extended warranty on them for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Mine went out at 129,000
I went into the Dodge place for my routine oil change on 2/3/26. While waiting, it was discovered by a technician that I had a very bad oil leak. This is very alarming to me. One reason is, there were no signs that I had an oil leak. A few examples: my oil sensor light did not co…
I purchased this van from a used car lot in December of 2025. After driving it for a little over 2 weeks the check engine light came on. My mechanic did a computer check on it and it showed that the transmission is bad. Apparently, through much investigation work on my part, the…
My family and I were getting ready to leave the house and the passenger sliding door stopped working and is stuck in the locked position.
I went to lower the 2 bucket seats to load an item on the van and the seats won’t go down to stow.
2019 dodge caravan, have taken in for every oil change, we used manual to take in with mileage milestones, recently had tires on and a good look over before going on vacation. Transmission randomly failed us on freeway with 4 young children leaving us stranded.
The back up camera is inverted. It shows perfect on the screen. Just inverted. There is a known recall for other 2019 dodge vehicles for the same issue. NHTSA 25E052. How is the grand caravan not included in this. They are having the exact same issues.
So i purchased this van Oct 7.2025. From the day i took it. The doors and trunk going crazy openning on its own. Placing my kids and pets in danger. Alarm going off going crazy and locking our family in the van. Took up to 30 mins to get in and out. I had safe 2019 van soors were…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Safety recalls
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Four recalls indicate the need to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SEATS
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:
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Questions
2019 Dodge Grand Caravan buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 34 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. With low data confidence, the 2019 Grand Caravan is a cautious buy. The transmission complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but the low complaint volume may not indicate widespread issues. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (12 complaints). #2: Seat-Related Issues (6 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 34 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. A major recall area is SEATS. Four recalls indicate the need to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan?▾
With low data confidence, the 2019 Grand Caravan is a cautious buy. The transmission complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but the low complaint volume may not indicate widespread issues. Transmission problems can lead to costly repairs, and 12 complaints suggest a pattern worth investigating before purchase. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Grand Caravan reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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