The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has 543 NHTSA owner complaints and 7 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 325 complaints, typically surfacing around 93,670 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Dodge Grand Caravan owner complaints by model year
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
0
Critical
7
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2009 Grand Caravan?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 5.6/10 — around the segment average
7 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
electrical — 325 owner reports
· tends to show around 93,670 mi · ~$850 to fix
brakes — 44 owner reports
· tends to show around 37,983 mi · ~$450 to fix
tires — 34 owner reports
· tends to show around 57,186 mi · ~$150 to fix
steering — 22 owner reports
· tends to show around 83,195 mi · ~$700 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: steering is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 83,195 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 7 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 5.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2009 Grand Caravan· electrical
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 60 MPH, most of the warning indicators, including the radio lights, started flashing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the wiring harness was faulty and needed…
Engine continues to stall during driving. Waiting way too long for recall part to be available(yark auto central ave toledo oh) continue to call, dealer states 40 people are ahead of me. Chrysler not putting parts out fast enough especially knowing the parts were bad in 2010.…
12-30-15 told by Chrysler dealer that reason for dash warning lights intermittantly flashing is the tipm module, as well as the drivers door module being faulty and needing replacement. *js
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge grand caravan. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 11v139000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles
Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31, 2008
If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Additionally, the air bags may inadvertently deploy, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S07.
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system
If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.6 out of 10 based on 543 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 5.6/10 — around the segment average; 7 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 325 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 93,670 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan a good used car to buy?
It scores 5.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 543 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 93,670 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 325 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 93,670 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 93,670 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Dodge Grand Caravan has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 543 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Dodge/Grand Caravan.
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