A cheap, low-complaint minivan
The 2019 Grand Caravan drew a small fraction of the model average. Rare transmission failures and headrest faults are the main reports.
Updated November 2026 · based on 48 owner complaints and 4 recalls
39 88% below the Grand Caravan average
4 free to fix at a dealer
Every Grand Caravan year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2019 Grand Caravan
Top problems and what they cost
Transmission failure
Jerking and loss of power, rarely.
Fix: Transmission $3,000 to $4,500
Transmission and drivetrain
Headrest pops forward
The active head restraint deploys on its own.
Fix: Headrest $200 to $400
Seats
Recalls
If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan
- Feel for jerky shifts.Rough, delayed or slipping gear changes are early signs of transmission trouble. A rebuilt or replacement transmission often costs $3,000 to $6,000.13 of the 48 owner complaints about the 2019 Grand Caravan involve the transmission and drivetrain (27%).
- Check the sliding doors and battery.Many electrical glitches on these cars trace back to a weak 12-volt battery or a failing alternator. A battery older than about four years is worth replacing.
Questions
Is the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
A cheap, low-complaint minivan. The 2019 Grand Caravan drew a small fraction of the model average. Rare transmission failures and headrest faults are the main reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
4 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan problems?
Transmission failure; Headrest pops forward.
Crash rating shown for the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD Later Release. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.