2006 Dodge Caravan problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (20) · Air Bags (15) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (14)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
147 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (2)
Equipment 2010-08-10 · campaign 10E034000 · 6,686 vehicles
Defect: CURT MFG IS RECALLING CERTAIN CLASS 3 RECEIVER HITCHES, P/N 13347, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON 1997-2007 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY VANS, 1996-2007 DODGE CARAVANS, AND 1996-2004 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VANS. WHEN THE HITCH IS LOADED TO THE MAXIMUM RATING, THE HITCH MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK AT THE BEND LOCATION WHERE THE MAIN BODY OF THE HITCH MEETS THE HITCH MUFFLER STRAP.
Risk: IF THE AREA IN QUESTION FRACTURES OR BREAKS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSTABLE DRIVING CONDITION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: CURT MFG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE THE HITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MFG AT 1-715-831-8713.
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/Control Module-Inactive 2010-01-11 · campaign 10V008000 · 308,950 vehicles
Defect: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 DODGE CARAVAN, GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, TENNESSEE, UTAH, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, ALASKA AND THE DISTRIC
Risk: IF THE FRONT CRASH SENSORS BECOME INOPERATIVE, THE DRIVER IS IMMEDIATELY ALERTED BY ILLUMINATION OF THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT AND THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE PROMPTLY SERVICED. UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED, THE AIRBAGS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE ENHANCED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AIRBAG SENSORS WITH A NEW DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN WILL BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Service bulletins (42)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2021-04-07 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Showing the 6 most recent of 42 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-03-13 · Electrical System:horn · 198,000 mi“the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. the contact stated that the horn was inoperable, and the air bag warning light was illuminated. the dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vin was not included in the related undisclosed recall. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. the contact was referred to the nhtsa hot…”
2023-08-24 · Unknown Or Other“the vehicle is turning off completely ir dying when driving. this is happening multiple times. i have to coast safely to pull over, can barely steer to get off the road. this happened 3 times on the way to town. this is very dangerous, i was lucky that i was able to pull over. if i was on express way i would have been in a crash.i don't feel safe…”
2023-04-10 · Seats“twice upon driving tonight, i pressed the pedal to accelerate when the light turned green, and the driver seat unlocked and pulled me backwards. if i wasn't holding on to the steering wheel i would have lost control of the car and been involved in an accident. i was able to press the break with the tip of my toe, manage to put the car in park, read…”
2021-07-15 · Fuel/Propulsion System“when gas tank is full leaks from the top of tank by fuel pump. faulty pump cracked at seam and leaks.…”
2021-05-15 · Engine · 110,000 mi“passenger side air bag exploded. luckily no injury. vehicle was not moving. i didn't even know it could do that! i'd like this fixed. also, two leaks in engine. oil leak/transmission leak. is this normal? leaks are ongoing. another thing: noticing headlights getting slightly dimmer, then brighter, at night as if some sort of electrical problem? thi…”
2020-12-30 · Vehicle Speed Control · 180,000 mi“driving down a crowded interstate and the dash cluster started going crazy then stopped working. mechanic said it was a kniwn wiring issue with the cluster and anti theft device.…”
2020-01-08 · Visibility/Wiper · 46,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. the contact stated that on several occasions the rear tail lamps, headlamps, and instrument panel lights became inoperable. the contact stated that the instrument panel lights became dim, the indicator lights and headlamps failed to operate as intended. the vehicle was taken to an unknown mechanic to be di…”
2019-08-22 · Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · 126,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge caravan. while driving, the vehicle experienced an electrical failure. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuse box malfunctioned and caused the vehicle's computer to fail. patterson chrysler dodge jeep ram tyler (3120 s sw loop 323, tyler, tx 75701, (903) 561-2404) was contacted…”
2019-04-06 · Electrical System · 93,000 mi“the sliding doors open as your traveling down the road.…”
2019-02-10 · Structure:body · 195,825 mi“the sliding door latch malfunction where door comes open while driving the auto lock also malfunctioning. i'm a master mechanic and this isn't the first time i heard of this problem on these vehicles. mopar needs to have these vehicles recalled before someone gets hurt or their pet falls out.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.