Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Dodge Caravan owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Intermittent electric door lock failure. Had the main control panel on the driver's door replaced shortly after discovering the problem at a cost of about $175 part and labor--changed nothing. Researched on line and found that removing negative battery cable from the negative post for about 30 minutes temporarily fixes the door locks for about 2-3 weeks. I am not putting out $150-$250 to have the BCM re-flashed. This is Dodge's problem--please recall.
Engine stalled while decelerating and turning. Lost power steerring and brakes. Almost turned into oncoming 18 wheeler and almost rear-ended by another. This failure has happened 10-12 times previously. Have taken to dealer twice for problem. Dealer response has been that this is normal or that it might be bad gas, but use the same gas in other car with no problem. Replaced the EGR valve, but no improvement.
Defective headlight switch / short circuit related to air bag wiring. After the air bag wiring was performed, the warning chime sounded and the dome lights came on. The defect was related to the recall work. While driving at night, and using the multipurpose switch, to get from high beams to normal headlights, the headlights failed
After air bag recall was performed, the warning chime sounded as the dome lights came on. Consumer felt defect is related to recall work performed. While driving at night, and using the multipurpose switch to go from bright high beam to normal headlights, the headlights suddenly went dark. The seat belt retractor failed.
Vehicle parked. Put key in ignition & vehicle failed to start. Fought w/key in ignition until vehicle started. Did not shift after starting. Waited & finally arrived home. Left vehicle parked & running & got out. Informed later vehicle was moving fast. Had jumped out of gear. Have not taken to dealer yet.
Recall 99V113 000/air bag deployment: recall notice received since July concerning electrical short circuit when ignition key is turned to "no" or "start" position. This can cause air bag inadvertently to deploy. Been waiting since 29 July 99, and dealer still failed to honor recall properly.
Recall 99V113000. After dealer repaired the vehicle under the recall, the airbag light illuminated. Since the initial repair, dealer has attempted to correct the problem three times.*akduring the last repair, the dealer replaced module because it was rusted out.
While driving approximately 30 MPH the instrument panel gauges failed. Consumer wasn't able to see how fast she was driving. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the control module needed to be replaced.
While driving between 50 and 60 MPH engine check light came on, but none of the gauges were operating when consumer glanced down due to the computer sensor. Consumer stated that all the panel gauges stopped working. Dealer has been contacted.
Consumer received recall letter 99V113000/air bag deployment. Air bag sensor light came on. Vehicle lost everything electrical, but car was still on. Dealer repaired vehicle. Consumer got 2 blocks away, and air bag light came on again.
Electrical complaints in other Caravan years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 1995 Dodge Caravan?
NHTSA has 40 complaints about the electrical system of the 1995 Dodge Caravan, 8% of the model year's 489 complaints. The component named most often is ignition (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Dodge Caravan electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 1995 Dodge Caravan, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Dodge Caravan electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 105,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.