Chrysler Pacifica vs Dodge Grand Caravan
For 2005–2021 models, the Dodge Grand Caravan has 26.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 78.2 for the Chrysler Pacifica. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chrysler Pacifica
78.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.0× the Dodge Grand Caravan’s rate
- Complaints
- 5,617
- Sold
- 718,477
- Recall campaigns
- 30
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2008 and 2017. Fewest: 2007 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 115,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 24,500 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 49,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 29,000 mi
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Head gasket and cylinder head
Typically around 69,000 mi · repair $1,620–$3,010
Dodge Grand Caravan
26.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
66% fewer than the Chrysler Pacifica
- Complaints
- 3,103
- Sold
- 1,179,383
- Recall campaigns
- 16
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2008. Fewest: 2006–2007 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 85,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 60,200 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 81,630 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 87,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chrysler Pacifica or the Dodge Grand Caravan?
For 2005–2021 models, the Dodge Grand Caravan has 26.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chrysler Pacifica has 78.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chrysler Pacifica?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler Pacifica is subframe, cradle and frame corrosion, typically around 115,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most-reported problem on the Dodge Grand Caravan is body control and other modules, typically around 85,000 miles.
Which Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Grand Caravan years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chrysler Pacifica: 2008 and 2017; Dodge Grand Caravan: 2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.