2013 Dodge Grand Caravan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 254 of 470 complaints (54%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more reported injuries (14) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 583 in 2012 to 470 in 2013.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | vs. 2013 Minivan - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100 | 3,100 | 3,100 | 3,100 | 3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 25 | 17 / 25 | 17 / 25 | 17 / 25 | 17 / 25 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444 | 444 | 445 | 445 | 445 | |
| Complaints filed | 530 | 583 | 470 | 357 | 281 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 4 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 17 | 14 | 3 | 13 | 2 | |
| Injuries reported | 17 | 14 | 22 | 21 | 19 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Electrical: 254 of 470 NHTSA complaints (54%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan get?
EPA rates it 20 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan?
EPA estimates $3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Minivan - 2WD | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 445 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Minivan - 2WD | 17 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 445 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 72 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 40 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 254 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 36 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 74 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 60 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: · Campaign 25V876000 · Dec 18, 2025
Defect: 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Campaign 14V234000 · May 7, 2014
Defect: Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.
Consequence: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.
AIR BAGS · Campaign 13V291000 · Jul 9, 2013
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured June 11, 2013, through June 12, 2013. The occupant restraint control module (ORC) has incorrect software installed which may adversely affect air bag deployments in collisions. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and No. 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N48.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS · Campaign 13V283000 · Jul 5, 2013
Defect: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013. A software error may result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).
Consequence: In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.