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2010 Dodge Caravan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2010 Dodge Caravan sits mid-pack among Caravan years: 257 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 232, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 87 reports (34% of the total).

257

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

8

Crash-involved

8

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Caravan years?

Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted2,178 complaints1984: 26 complaints1985: 85 complaints1986: 55 complaints1987: 83 complaints1988: 135 complaints1989: 236 complaints1990: 341 complaints1991: 773 complaints1992: 1,126 complaints1993: 1,229 complaints1994: 836 complaints1995: 656 complaints1996: 2,178 complaints1997: 1,028 complaints1998: 840 complaints1999: 745 complaints2000: 613 complaints2001: 341 complaints2002: 326 complaints2003: 252 complaints2004: 83 complaints2005: 691 complaints2006: 231 complaints2007: 115 complaints2008: 421 complaints2009: 175 complaints2010: 257 complaints2011: 112 complaints2012: 116 complaints2013: 34 complaints2014: 27 complaints2015: 29 complaints2016: 42 complaints2017: 18 complaints2018: 6 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 4 complaints
Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Dodge Caravan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System8734%
Engine3514%
Brakes239%
Tires & Wheels208%
Airbags177%
Other166%
Transmission145%
Lighting125%
Steering114%
Visibility & Wipers52%
Fuel System42%
Body & Structure42%
Speed Control42%
Seats21%
Suspension10%
Child Seat10%
Latches & Locks10%

Does the 2010 Dodge Caravan have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V164000SuspensionApril 23, 2010 · 834 units

Defect

THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN MOBILITY CONVERSIONS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE REAR SPRING HATS COME INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE REAR TIRES. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS THE TIRES MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE REAR SPRING HATS.

Consequence

CONTACT BETWEEN THE TIRE SPRING HAT MAY WEAR A HOLE IN THE TIRE OVER TIME. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT OF TIRE PRESSURE LOSS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-488-0359.

10V148000Fuel SystemApril 13, 2010 · 843 units

Defect

THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN COMMERCIAL ENTERVANS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE FUEL FILL PIPE COMES INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE LEFT REAR TIRE. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE TIRE MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE FUEL FILL PIPE.

Consequence

CONTACT BETWEEN THE TIRE AND FUEL FILL PIPE MAY WEAR A HOLE IN ONE OR THE OTHER COMPONENTS OVER TIME. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT OF TIRE PRESSURE LOSS, OR A VEHICLE FIRE IN THE EVENT THE FUEL PIPE IS COMPROMISED.

Remedy

BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-488-0359.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW IN ST LOUIS MO THERE WAS SMOKE STARTED TO COME FROM THE WINDOW SWITCH FOR THE REAR WINDOWS WE HAVE 4 OF THE 2010 DODGE CARAVAN IN OUR FLEET AND 2 OF THEM HAVE NOW HAVE SMOKED OR GOT ON FIRE DUE TO THE SWITCH FOR THE WINDOW I HAVE LOOKED AT THE SWITCH AND THE SWITCH IS MELTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 21, 2013 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A U-TURN, SHE NOTICED FIRE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF HER VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME AND WAS NOT TAKEN THE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 7, 2012 · fire

“TAKATA RECALL. I WAS TAKING MY CHILDREN TO SCHOOL AND THE STEERING AND BREAKING SYSTEM COMPLETELY LOCKED UP ON ME ALMOST CAUSING US TO CRASH INTO A TREE. I WAS ABLE TO PUSH IN THE EMERGENCY BREAK AND GET THE CAR OUT OF DRIVE. I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING NOR THE REGULAR BREAK. THE CAR WAS IN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · December 11, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WITH YOKOHAMA AVID S33 225/65/ 16 TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE BLEW CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A GUARD RAIL. HE WAS NOT INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE POLICE OFFICER WHO ARRIVED AT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 14, 2010 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT T-BONED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE IMPOUND LOT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 21, 2015 · crash

2010 Dodge Caravan — common questions

Is the 2010 Dodge Caravan reliable?

It is close to typical for the Caravan: 257 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2010 Caravan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (87 complaints), engine (35 complaints), brakes (23 complaints).

Does the 2010 Dodge Caravan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Dodge Caravan. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2010 Dodge Caravan under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Caravan years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Caravan years to avoid are 1996, 1993, 1992, 1997, 1998, 1994, 1991, 1999, 2005, 1995, 2000, 2008. The cleanest record among Caravan years belongs to 2019.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.