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2013 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 656 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.8 times the median Grand Caravan year — the 2013 model ranks #11 of 37 Grand Caravan years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 32 injuries in total across these filings.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 258 reports (39% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

656

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

20

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

32

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2013 compare to other Grand Caravan years?

Grand Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted1,962 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 1 complaints1986: 0 complaints1987: 2 complaints1988: 12 complaints1989: 30 complaints1990: 69 complaints1991: 150 complaints1992: 319 complaints1993: 391 complaints1994: 248 complaints1995: 118 complaints1996: 1,860 complaints1997: 857 complaints1998: 761 complaints1999: 599 complaints2000: 558 complaints2001: 362 complaints2002: 417 complaints2003: 289 complaints2004: 144 complaints2005: 1,341 complaints2006: 378 complaints2007: 273 complaints2008: 1,962 complaints2009: 798 complaints2010: 1,307 complaints2011: 821 complaints2012: 816 complaints2013: 656 complaints2014: 476 complaints2015: 348 complaints2016: 1,220 complaints2017: 531 complaints2018: 349 complaints2019: 307 complaints2020: 23 complaints
Grand Caravan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System25839%
Engine7211%
Other599%
Seats447%
Fuel System406%
Transmission365%
Airbags345%
Body & Structure284%
Brakes193%
Steering183%
Speed Control142%
Visibility & Wipers112%
Lighting51%
Suspension51%
Seat Belts41%
Tires & Wheels41%
Latches & Locks41%
Driver Assistance10%

Does the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan have recalls?

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

25V876000OtherDecember 17, 2025 · 86 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

14V234000Electrical SystemMay 7, 2014 · 644,757 units

Defect

Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.

Consequence

An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.

13V283000AirbagsJuly 2, 2013 · 224,264 units

Defect

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013. A software error may result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.

13V291000AirbagsJuly 2, 2013 · 184 units

Defect

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured June 11, 2013, through June 12, 2013. The occupant restraint control module (ORC) has incorrect software installed which may adversely affect air bag deployments in collisions. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and No. 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Consequence

An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N48.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW SWITCH OVERHEATED AND STARTED TO SMOKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHERE THE REAR WINDOW SWITCH WAS REMOVED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V234000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM);…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 11, 2014 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS GIRLFRIEND WAS PARKING THE VEHICLE STALLED, STARTED SMOKING AND THEN CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE INSPECTED THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND NOTICED THAT WIRES, THE WIRE HARNESS AND OTHER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 28, 2021 · fire

“this is the fourth time i am filing a complaint. My 2013 dodge grand caravan completely dies and looses all power going over 50 miles per hour. no warning, no codes appear, nothing. looses all power, power steering, brakes, etc. have to get to side of road, wait 20 minutes, then car will start.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · August 25, 2025 · crash

“The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving at 25-35 MPH with someone in the front passenger seat a semi-truck crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle spun seven times and continuously hit the concrete barriers on each side of the highway. The contact…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · October 17, 2022 · crash

“this is the fourth time i am filing a complaint. My 2013 dodge grand caravan completely dies and looses all power going over 50 miles per hour. no warning, no codes appear, nothing. looses all power, power steering, brakes, etc. have to get to side of road, wait 20 minutes, then car will start.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 25, 2025 · crash

2013 Dodge Grand Caravan — common questions

Is the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 656 complaints put the 2013 model at #11 of 37 Grand Caravan years. It is one of the Grand Caravan years to avoid.

What are the most common 2013 Grand Caravan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (258 complaints), engine (72 complaints), other (59 complaints).

Does the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Dodge Grand Caravan years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Caravan years to avoid are 2008, 1996, 2005, 2010, 2016, 1997, 2011, 2012, 2009, 1998, 2013, 1999, 2000, 1993, 1991. The cleanest record among Grand Caravan years belongs to 1986.

How safe is the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.