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2015 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

The 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan has 277 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

The 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan has 277 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 75 complaints, typically surfacing around 99,503 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Dodge Grand Caravan owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2012 Grand Caravan 583 6
2013 Grand Caravan 469 4
2014 Grand Caravan 356 5
2015 Grand Caravan (this page) 277 4
2016 Grand Caravan 997 6
2017 Grand Caravan 410 3
2018 Grand Caravan 267 4
2015 Dodge Grand Caravan
Photo: IFCAR / Wikimedia Commons, Public domain · representative photo of the Dodge Grand Caravan
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Reliability score
6.6 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Critical
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Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2015 Grand Caravan?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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.

NHTSA crash-test safety ratings 4 / 5 overall

Overall 4/5
Frontal crash 4/5
Side crash 5/5
Rollover 4/5

Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: No

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.

Buying a used 2015 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

⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 64,378 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 4 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 6.6/10 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.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
75 reports · fails ~99,503 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
35 reports · fails ~64,378 mi · avg $850
severe
engine
22 reports · fails ~106,209 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
airbags
21 reports · fails ~78,748 mi · avg $1,100
severe
body
18 reports · fails ~68,465 mi · avg $1,500
severe
cruise control
7 reports · fails ~58,583 mi · avg $600
severe
brakes
6 reports · fails ~46,338 mi · avg $450
severe
visibility
4 reports · fails ~20,565 mi · avg $350
severe

Your road ahead on this 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan

When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.

  1. ~52,120 mibody~$1,500
  2. ~62,000 mielectrical~$850
  3. ~82,111 miairbags~$1,100
  4. ~95,000 mipowertrain~$2,500
  5. ~109,000 miengine~$3,100

"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.

Buyer's checklist
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Generated from this 2015 Grand Caravan's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Grand Caravan · powertrain
When driving the vehicle shifted to N and then back to D automatically. Shuddering sometimes. Took the vehicle at dealer and they mentioned transmission is and an issue and will need torque converter.Code P0740 and check engine light illuminated after this.
2015 Grand Caravan · powertrain
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle revved up but, failed to shift into gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was…
12/29/2021 · at 128,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11445434.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2015 Grand Caravan · powertrain
When approaching a stop van start vibrating and stop will start after 3 try and does same thing over again
2015 Grand Caravan · electrical
Cracking front windshield (temporarily fixed by clear tape), broken window regulator motors on both passenger and driver sides stop lifting the glasses up and down, passenger side plastic window part (vertically snapped on the upper part of passenger door) fell off, engine light…
View all 277 owner complaints →
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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 25V876000 December 17, 2025

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
severe NHTSA 17V824000 December 21, 2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
severe NHTSA 16V461000 June 24, 2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016

If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.
View all 4 recalls →

Common questions

Is the 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 277 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 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 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan?

The 2015 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: Electrical system: 35 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 37,132–85,000 mi; Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average; 4 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 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 75 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 99,503 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 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 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan a good used car to buy?

It scores 6.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 277 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 99,503 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 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 75 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 99,503 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 99,503 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 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 277 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Dodge/Grand Caravan. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Dodge. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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