2018 Chrysler Pacifica vs 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chrysler Pacifica | 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 869 | 270 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 470 | 95 |
| Investigations | 4 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–32 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 15,000 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Pacifica | Dodge Grand Caravan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 373 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 287 | 92 |
| Steering | 174 | 5 |
| Power Train | 155 | 23 |
| Structure | 19 | 59 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 31 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 138 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 117 | 13 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 81 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 58 | 0 |
| Overheating | 55 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 28 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 19 | 0 |
2018 Chrysler Pacifica
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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.