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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Dodge Grand Caravan

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

4Recalls
35Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

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.

VERDICT

The 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 4 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers 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.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 16.4%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14118

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record15.25/20
Forward collision warning: NoLane departure warning: NoStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V876000

Risk: 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.

Reported 2025-12-17

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY20V278000

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

Reported 2020-05-15

SEATS19V759000

Risk: If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a striker reinforcement bracket on the second and third row outboard seat strikers, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is V91.

Reported 2019-10-24

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER18V523000

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

Reported 2018-08-09

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

35 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 12Seats 7Unknown Or Other 6Electrical System 5Engine 5Structure 4

Other Grand Caravan years

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14118), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Dodge Grand Caravan 2019. Class rank 88 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure