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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
6
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
1,159
Latest campaign
Dec 17, 2025

Recall summary by component6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Equipment adaptive/mobility1Dec 17, 2025
25V876000
Fuel system, gasoline1May 15, 2020
20V278000
Equipment1Dec 21, 2017
17V824000
Power train1Jun 24, 2016
16V461000
Seats1May 16, 2016
16V300000
Latches/locks/linkages1Sep 24, 2015
15V595000

Safety recalls6

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Dec 17, 2025Latest campaign
Dec 17, 202525V876000

Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement latch/anchor

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V876000
What's wrong
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. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V876000 · Dec 17, 2025
May 15, 202020V278000

Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assembly

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V278000
What's wrong
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V278000 · May 15, 2020
Dec 21, 201717V824000

Equipment

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V824000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
Jun 24, 201616V461000

Power train: automatic transmission

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V461000
What's wrong
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. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.
Risk
If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V461000 · Jun 24, 2016
May 16, 201616V300000

Seats: mid/rear assembly

If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V300000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.
Risk
If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V300000 · May 16, 2016
Sep 24, 201515V595000

Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch

If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 15V595000
What's wrong
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.
Risk
If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.
Campaign
NHTSA 15V595000 · Sep 24, 2015
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component1,159

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
1,159Complaints filed
37Involving a crash
8Involving a fire
24Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system35431230
Unknown or other266231021
Power train251221112
Structure23420305
Engine999130
Exterior lighting565100
Fuel/propulsion system303010
Air bags2829012
Seats272003
Vehicle speed control262401
Latches/locks/linkages252000
Service brakes171110
Electronic stability control (ESC)171100
Steering141000
Suspension101100

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and jerked slightly before accelerating.”

    Filed 09/30/2026 · ODI 11767999
  • Structure

    “The rear sliding doors do NOT open. The locks are stuck and won’t allow the doors to unlock and open. Prior to the locks malfunctioning they made a very loud buzzing sound then completely stopped working.”

    Filed 09/29/2026 · ODI 11767634
  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power.”

    Filed 09/09/2026 · ODI 11763002

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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan have?

NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The most recent, 25V876000 (reported December 17, 2025), concerns equipment adaptive/mobility. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 354 complaints out of 1,159 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 37 crashs and 8 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Dodge dealer.

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