2006 Dodge Grand Caravan structure problems
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Driver side sliding door stuck in locked position. Unable to unlock using door lock switch, upper console door switch, key fob or manually. Passenger stuck and had to crawl out different door.”
filed Apr 20, 2019
“Sliding door lock actuator froze up. This renders the sliding door completely inoperable. If that door was needed foregress, it wouldn't be available.”
filed Jan 6, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Grand Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 28 | 12% |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 59 | 22% |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 95 | 23% |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 227 | 23% |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 24 | 9% |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 17 | 5% |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 26 | 6% |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 19 | 3% |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 19 | 4% |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 18 | 2% |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 7 | 1% |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 26 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.