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2006 Dodge Caravan vs 2008 Dodge Caravan

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2006 Dodge Caravan2008 Dodge Caravan
NHTSA complaints173302
Recall campaigns22
Service bulletins (TSBs)4263
Investigations51
Crash reports128
Fire reports26
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported incident mileage59,840 mi65,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge CaravanDodge Caravan
Electrical System30162
Air Bags2742
Service Brakes, Hydraulic641
Engine1424
Steering274
Exterior Lighting1615
Power Train1311
Service Brakes516

Symptoms owners describe

Airbag warning light150
Stalling1341
Rust / corrosion08
Won’t start06
Loss of power06
Check engine light05
Brake problems05

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.