2013 Dodge Caravan Problems
Compared with other Dodge Caravan years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
0/100 0.3× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.3× that of a typical Dodge Caravan year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 14 of its 30 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (15 complaints, median 45,000 mi).
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 30filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 48,000miles, 17 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Dodge Caravan (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 2013 Dodge Caravan. The part named most often is electrical system, with 15 complaints (50% of the total), followed by other or unknown (5) and air bags (2). 17 of the complaints include a mileage, and 59% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 48,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 153 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 32 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 5 Dodge Caravan model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 0 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system15 50%
- Other or unknown5 17%
- Air bags2 6.7%
- Engine2 6.7%
- Body and structure2 6.7%
- Vehicle speed control2 6.7%
- Exterior lighting1 3.3%
- Fuel system1 3.3%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I received a recall notice for a rear window switch. It could cause a fire in the electrical workings of the windows. I have contacted a dealer for this, and the service department removed the faulty part. (about 6 months ago). They have not received a replacement part from chrysler as of yet. The time frame is not reasonable, as I have been waiting for almost a year for this to be fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10682721, filed 2015-02, 8,000 milesOther or unknown: “Vehicle engine stops abruptly, randomly, and unexpectedly during driving, sometimes on the highway while in motion on an almost daily basis. The component that is causing this problem is unknown and has been troubleshooted by chrysler Dodge mechanics.the problem is very dangerous as the driver loses control of steering, braking, acceleration, and instrument cluster during every occurrence of this failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11161145, filed 2018-12, 167,000 milesAir bags: “This past friday the 22nd I was involve in a accident, it was a big impact front driver fender ,none of the air bag works ,my wife got hurt in the head ,neck and left hand we was leaving gas station getting to the roand when car struck mi minivan...”
NHTSA complaint #11103666, filed 2018-06, 1 milesEngine: “Riding on a highway going about 55-65mph, the etc (electronic throttle control) warning light came on, flashed and beeped. The light was a red lightening bolt with lines on either side. There was no traffic around me, I was cruising and out of no where for no apparent reason, these lights came on. I realized the accelerator was not doing anything, I had lost power. I coasted into the next drive which was a church. I put the car in park, shut it off and restarted it. I have gone about 100 miles since that happened and haven't had any problems since. …”
NHTSA complaint #10955564, filed 2017-02, 64,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
59% of the 17 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 64,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2013 Dodge Caravan in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 153 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11025727Nov 18, 2025Brakes. Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
- 11025724Nov 17, 2025Brakes. Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
- 11016138Mar 20, 2025Engine. Starter - engine
- 11010954Nov 27, 2024Seats. Incoming Vehicles with Deployed Active Head Rest (AHR) should have a through enquiry. If there is no Broken Pieces or Electrical failure, Direction to RESET the AHR following the Procedure.
- 10248517Sep 20, 2023Equipment. LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10244356Sep 20, 2023Suspension. LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10244348Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10243209Aug 30, 2023Equipment. FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC
- 10243208Aug 30, 2023Equipment. Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)
Other model years of the Dodge Caravan
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 23 | 46,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2014 | 20 | 57,192 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2013 | 30 | 48,000 | 0 | — | — | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 87 | 51,500 | 0 | — | — | 39 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 78 | 65,000 | 0 | — | — | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 172 | 51,500 | 2 | — | — | 93 · More | Stable |
| 2009 | 118 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 19 | 58 · Typical | Stable |
| 2008 | 302 | 65,000 | 2 | — | 19 | 94 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 81 | 65,000 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 173 | 58,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 537 | 64,826 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 65 | 70,850 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 195 | 40,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 245 | 52,500 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 257 | 54,000 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 470 | 75,000 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 555 | 84,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 629 | 80,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 714 | 94,500 | 7 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 1,403 | 96,000 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1995 | 489 | 87,829 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 644 | 102,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 949 | 130,000 | 8 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 913 | 145,000 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 617 | 118,772 | 9 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 278 | 140,500 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 191 | 185,542 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 103 | 122,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 69 | 117,500 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 49 | — | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1985 | 49 | — | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1984 | 18 | — | 3 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
All Dodge Caravan model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Dodge Caravan have?
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 2013 Dodge Caravan as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 Dodge Caravan is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 15 complaints (50% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 5.
Has the 2013 Dodge Caravan been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Dodge Caravan reported?
Among the 17 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 48,000 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 64,000 miles; 59% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.