2006 Dodge Caravan electrical system problems
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2006 Dodge Caravan — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Mar 13, 2026
“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…”
filed May 15, 2021
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, 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…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Caravan | 4 | 17% |
| 2014 Caravan | 7 | 35% |
| 2013 Caravan | 15 | 50% |
| 2012 Caravan | 47 | 54% |
| 2011 Caravan | 54 | 69% |
| 2010 Caravan | 79 | 46% |
| 2009 Caravan | 72 | 61% |
| 2008 Caravan | 162 | 54% |
| 2007 Caravan | 9 | 11% |
| 2005 Caravan | 123 | 23% |
| 2004 Caravan | 8 | 13% |
| 2003 Caravan | 29 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Dodge Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.