The last Grand Caravan
The 2020 Grand Caravan has few complaints. Transmission failures are the main concern.
Updated November 2026 · based on 20 owner complaints and 1 recalls
52 84% below the Grand Caravan average
1 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.
Top problems and what they cost
Transmission failure
Loss of propulsion from transmission failure.
Fix: Transmission $3,000 to $4,500
Transmission and drivetrain
Air bag warning chime
Seat belt and air bag chimes with belts buckled.
Fix: Sensor $200 to $400
Air bags
Recalls
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan
- Feel for harsh shifts and slipping.Rough, delayed or slipping gear changes are early signs of transmission trouble. A rebuilt or replacement transmission often costs $3,000 to $6,000.
- Check for air bag warnings.Warning lights should come on briefly at start and then go out. One that stays on means the car has stored a fault, and a parts store can read the code for free.
Questions
Is the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
The last Grand Caravan. The 2020 Grand Caravan has few complaints. Transmission failures are the main concern.
How many recalls does the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
1 recall. 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 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan problems?
Transmission failure; Air bag warning chime.
Crash rating shown for the 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan MV FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.