2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

Most common 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

Problem areas named in the 544 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	338
Air Bags	138
Engine	42
Tires	41
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	34
Service Brakes	31
Unknown Or Other	27
Steering	23
Power Train	22
Wheels	20

What owners report

2026-09-28, Service Brakes
While driving, the engine shuts off, leaving the driver with no power steering or power brakes. All power is off. There is no warning or error messages on the dash of any kind. No warning at all. The last time this happened, I was able to coast to the side of the road to a stop. Once stopped, i can put the transmission in Park, restart the vehicle and continue. This time, I drove directly to my service shop to have the computer checked for codes. There were none, like the event never happened. They could not reproduce the problem. This has happened 3 times since August 2025. The wireless ignition module was replaced in 2015 under the recall notice 14V373000. That recall was for exactly this

2026-05-16, Air Bags
In August 2024, the airbag system in a 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (VIN: [XXX] ) deployed unexpectedly while the vehicle was parked and not in operation. There was no collision, impact, or known external trigger at the time of deployment. The malfunction involved the airbag restraint system and/or related electrical or control components. An unexpected airbag deployment creates a serious safety concern because it could injure vehicle occupants or bystanders and indicates a potential defect in the restraint system. The vehicle was immediately taken to Banister Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Hampton, Virginia, where it has remained since the incident. To the best of our knowledge, the vehicle has r

2025-08-07, Fuel/Propulsion System
Car will crank but not start. Can cannot be started intermittently which could be dangerous considering location of vehicle, adverse weather conditions, etc. There are no warning lamps or messages related to the problem. This is a known problem with other Chrysler models and model years. TIMP fuel pump relay has failed. Bypassing the fuel pump relay will allow car to start. See attached file of Vertical Vissions' bypass solutions to this problem.

2024-12-21, Electrical System
While driving on major (multi-lane) city street (40 mph) the vehicle began to slow, steering became difficult and a single amber caution for the traction control was illuminated. Tachometer indicated 0 RPM. After pulling over, the vehicle was restarted and driven without further issue. Recall on the ignition switch was addressed in 2009. Unexpected engine shutdown could have significantly reduced safety margins in heavy traffic. No third party inspected vehicle after incident. Owner notes that key fob does not have anything hanging of it that could aggravate unwanted movement of ignition switch

2024-05-24, Unknown Or Other
I had a flat tire (drivers front). I Parked on a level parking lot. I put bricks behind other tires to prevent movement. Next I loosened lug nuts, I then removed the spare and original equipment jack. I began jacking the car up with the jack in the area indicated for jacking by the instructions. The tire was off the ground. I was beginning to spin off the lug nuts when the car dropped with a brrrrrt sound. The main screw in the scissors jack pulled through the threaded nut on the end. The jack was still upright but the screw threads failed. No one was hurt but the potential is high for the jack to fail suddenly and without warning. Note the van was not occupied or in any way loaded. The

2009 Dodge Grand Caravan questions

Does the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan: Loose Steering Wheel Emblem Can Become Projectile in Airbag Crash; Airbag control unit may corrode and fail, so airbags may not deploy; Air Bags; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly; Electrical System:Wiring. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on 544 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (338), Air Bags (138), Engine (42).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.