MODEL
Dodge Grand Caravan
NHTSA safety across every Dodge Grand Caravan model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Dodge Grand Caravan we cover (2019 to 2020), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2020 at 80 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 78. 5 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Dodge Grand Caravan is a full-size minivan aimed squarely at families who need maximum passenger and cargo flexibility at an accessible price point. Covering the 2019 and 2020 model years, this people-mover competes in one of America's most practical segments, appealing to parents, caregivers, and high-mileage haulers who prioritize interior room and everyday utility above all else.
The Dodge Grand Caravan earns a Best NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100 for the 2020 model year, placing it in the Strong band at its peak. That is a respectable headline number for a family hauler, though the underlying crash-test profile tells a more nuanced story. The Grand Caravan posts a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in side-impact testing, which is genuinely reassuring for a vehicle that regularly carries children in outboard seating positions. Frontal and rollover protection land at 4 out of 5 stars each, solid but not class-leading, and worth noting for buyers who prioritize full five-star performance across every axis. Across the 2019 and 2020 model years, NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls, a moderate count for a two-year window on a high-volume platform. Shoppers should verify that any used example has had all recall work completed before purchase. The 50 owner complaints on file include 3 alleged crashes and 5 alleged injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the complaint volume is worth monitoring, particularly for a vehicle routinely loaded with passengers. The 2019 model year sits in the Average safety band, so year selection matters here. For families who want the strongest safety picture this nameplate offers, the 2020 model year is the clear choice.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Grand Caravan as a no-frills, value-focused minivan that trades premium features and modern driver-assistance technology for a lower entry price. Most acknowledge its cavernous interior and everyday practicality while noting that more expensive rivals offer a more refined and feature-rich experience overall.
- Year selection matters for safety: the 2020 Grand Caravan scores in the Strong band with an 80 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, while the 2019 model falls in the Average band, so prioritize the newer year if safety is a top concern.
- Side-impact protection is a genuine strength, earning a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, which is meaningful in a vehicle that routinely carries children and rear-seat passengers in exposed outboard positions.
- Five recalls across just two model years is a moderate figure, and because this is commonly sold as a used vehicle, buyers should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm all outstanding recall repairs have been completed.
- The 50 owner complaints on file include 3 alleged crashes and 5 alleged injuries. While these are unverified allegations, shoppers should review the specific complaint categories on NHTSA's database to understand which systems have drawn the most concern.
Most-recalled year on record: 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan with 4 recalls.