2006 Dodge Caravan engine problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2006 Dodge Caravan — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle is turning off completely ir dying when driving. This is happening multiple times. I have to coast safely to pull over, can barely steer to get off the road. This happened 3 times on the way to town. This is very dangerous, I was lucky that I was able to pull over. If I was on express…”
filed Aug 24, 2023
“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.
Engine problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Caravan | 3 | 13% |
| 2014 Caravan | 4 | 20% |
| 2013 Caravan | 2 | 7% |
| 2012 Caravan | 19 | 22% |
| 2011 Caravan | 14 | 18% |
| 2010 Caravan | 26 | 15% |
| 2009 Caravan | 17 | 14% |
| 2008 Caravan | 24 | 8% |
| 2007 Caravan | 11 | 14% |
| 2005 Caravan | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 Caravan | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 Caravan | 2 | 1% |
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.