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2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs 2009 Dodge Grand 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.

Metric2008 Dodge Grand Caravan2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
NHTSA complaints1,291543
Recall campaigns87
Service bulletins (TSBs)5041
Investigations22
Crash reports2311
Fire reports166
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)
Median reported mileage71,000 mi75,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge Grand CaravanDodge Grand Caravan
Electrical System814334
Air Bags292137
Service Brakes, Hydraulic13333
Engine11741
Service Brakes7430
Power Train6820
Steering5422
Tires3036

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling18379
Won’t start3821
Loss of power288
Brake problems269
Check engine light246
Overheating198
Vibration / shaking1612
Airbag warning light160
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

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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.