2008 Dodge Caravan vs 2009 Dodge Caravan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Dodge Caravan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 302 | 118 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 63 | 50 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Caravan | Dodge Caravan |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 162 | 72 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 5 |
| Engine | 24 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 6 |
| Tires | 13 | 8 |
| Visibility/wiper | 16 | 1 |
| Wheels | 7 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 41 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 5 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
2008 Dodge Caravan
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.