Acceleration complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 2% | 10,000 miles |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% | 60,000 miles |
| 2017 | 5 | 1% | 63,000 miles |
| 2016 | 17 | 2% | 73,000 miles |
| 2015 | 12 | 4% | 44,000 miles |
| 2014 | 10 | 3% | 10,000 miles |
| 2013 | 14 | 3% | 13,000 miles |
| 2012 | 24 | 4% | 60,000 miles |
| 2011 | 15 | 3% | 89,000 miles |
| 2010 | 18 | 2% | 44,000 miles |
| 2009 | 10 | 2% | 82,000 miles |
| 2008 | 28 | 2% | 84,000 miles |
| 2007 | 6 | 3% | 72,000 miles |
| 2006 | 6 | 2% | 95,000 miles |
| 2005 | 17 | 2% | 45,000 miles |
| 2003 | 7 | 3% | 96,000 miles |
| 2002 | 9 | 3% | 60,000 miles |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% | 84,000 miles |
| 2000 | 8 | 2% | 97,000 miles |
| 1999 | 34 | 8% | 82,000 miles |
| 1998 | 27 | 5% | 88,000 miles |
| 1997 | 48 | 8% | 107,000 miles |
| 1996 | 124 | 11% | 104,000 miles |
| 1995 | 3 | 3% | 132,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (accelerator pedal, throttle, sudden acceleration, cruise control).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Cylinder misfire #2 Is a permanent code.the first time I got it fixed the car just stopped with no warning I couldn't get it to start unless the driver door was open. The shop had it for am entire month and had a new head rebuilt 2 weeks later the light was back on. It would go off and on for the next year, we changed filters, plug, gasket. After I got it inspected last year when the light turned off for a day that was the last time it was off. I haven't been able to get it inspected yet it's over due. 2019 was 5 years ago I've never had these problems with any other vehicles that's 10+ older. They need to do something they know what's going on it happened it 2012 and they discontinued the vans in 2020. They need to make it right. The engine is not safe it randomly loosed acceleration or occasionally gains it. …
I just started having this issue 3 days ago. When I put the car in reverse it does not directly go into drive. I have to go back to park to get the car back in drive. I put a brand new transmission in this car in 2024 and since I can only drive 45 miles per hour. When the drive or reverse does not light up in green, the camera in the back does not operate or show up at all.
My Transmission failed. My odometer reading is 92901. Dealership said not manufactured coverage. No message on dash. Happened while driving with children. Mechanic said needed to be replaced. This is a expensive repair. I believe manufacture should have told drivers about problems with transmission.
Keep getting cylinder 2 missfire code I have changed everything it saids, I see this is a on going issue for years that people have reported yet its still not fixed and is costing us money because dodge don't want to take responsibility for thier mess up.
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH and attempting to accelerate to overtake another vehicle, the vehicle accelerated abruptly. The contact depressed the brake pedal but the vehicle continued to accelerate independently. The contact stated that the cruise control light fluctuated on and off. There was smoke detected coming from the brakes. The contact shifted into neutral. The contact stated that the tachometer display revved up and the vehicle was idling; then revved up to 4000 RPM and then back to idle. The contact was able to shift the vehicle to drive and the vehicle drove as designed. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 62,500.
The van slid backwards then accelerated at a higher speed going from a stop to slowly with a light tap on the gas pedal. The speed does not go higher than 15mph with the rmp too high when this occurs. It jerks back when trying to drive it forward. Has not left the dealership parking lot. Drove out 3mile out with this occuring. 3 attempts to fix. Still not driving well and can't leave the dealership lot.
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the RPM was at zero. The contact mentioned that there was a high pitch whining sound. The vehicle coasted and failed to shift gears. Additionally, once the vehicle was restarted, the vehicle jerked forward and was able to operate. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated continuously. The vehicle was seen by an independent mechanic where the contact was informed to reverse the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to reverse. The contact mentioned that the vehicle needed to be shifted into neutral and the mechanic pushed the vehicle back to check the vehicle. In addition, the contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH a few hours later. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the RPM's increased with the accelerator pedal depressed; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. On another occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not yet notified of failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
NHTSA investigations
Dc minivan fuel injector rail leak
There is no summary currently available
Fuel leaks from the gas tank
Analysis to date indicates that some of the subject vehiclescontinue to experience fuel leaks from the fuel tank at the sending unit interface.most often the leak involves the o-ring seal.
Fuel tank leaks
This engineering analysis was opened on January 31, 1997 based on information gathered during preliminary evaluation (pe), pe96-051. The pe was opened on August 19, 1996, to investigate allegations of fuel leakage from the area where the fuel pump/sending unit joins the fuel tank.for brevidy, this area will be referred to as the pump/tank interface.these allegations were first received by odi on August 2, 1996 while…
Fuel tank leak
Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Grand Caravan years have acceleration problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 1996 (124), 1997 (48), 1999 (34), 2008 (28) and 1998 (27) model years. Acceleration complaints make up 11% of all complaints for the 1996.
Is there a recall for Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration problems?
No. NHTSA lists no speed control & acceleration recall for any Dodge Grand Caravan model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 67,000 miles; 35% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the cruise control (40 mentions), followed by the accelerator pedal (20).
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.