2019 Dodge Grand Caravan structure problems
28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Minivan has sliding door lock actuator failure, driver side. Unable to open sliding door manually or with power door motor. Lock/unlock latch is stuck in locked position. This is a safety issue in case of vehicle crash or fire. Exact same issue with older models. Chrysler has issued a warranty…”
filed Jul 10, 2026
“Automatic sliding doors will not unlock or open at all- not manually, not with the inside door buttons, not with my key fob, and not with the automatic buttons on the front ceiling of the van. I have 3 young children all 5 and under. This is an EXTREMELY dangerous fault that puts all of their lives…”
filed May 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
"Sliding Door Lock(s) Inoperable Warranty Extension XV1 The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Either one or both of the sliding door locks do not function. ● The door lock(s) emit a loud buzzing…
23-003-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 30, 2025FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-22-23 - 2017 - 2023 (Current) Chrysler Pacifica (RU) and 2013 - 2016 Chrysler Town & Country/ 2013 - 2020 Dodge Caravan (RT) - Corrosion - Complete Hood Panel Warranty Claim…
93019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 23, 2023Warranty Bulletin D-22-17 - 2017 - 2023 (Current) Chrysler Pacifica (RU) and 2013 - 2016 Chrysler Town & Country/ 2013 - 2020 Dodge Caravan (RT) - Corrosion - Complete Hood Panel Warranty Claim Simplification (Rev. B)
93005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 23, 2023
Structure problems in other Grand Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 14 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 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.