2009 Dodge Caravan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Dodge Caravan: 2 recalls, 118 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #10V148000 · 2010 · 843 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010.
Suspension Vehicle recall #10V164000 · 2010 · 834 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (72): the most common themes are electrical failure (49), stalls / loses power (17), door / lock issues (7).
- Airbags (26): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (17): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (11), won't start (2).
- Wheels (9): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (8), rust / corrosion (4).
The 2009 Dodge Caravan has 118 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 28 Caravan model years for complaints (well below the 359 average). Complaints peaked in 2015 (52 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 75,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (302 complaints, 2 recalls), 2010 (172 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2009 Dodge Caravan. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2009 Dodge Caravan problems?
Owners have filed 118 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (72), airbags (26), engine (17).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Dodge Caravan get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (4.0 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Dodge Caravan repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.