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2006 Dodge Caravan Recalls & Known Issues

Check recalls and known issues for the 2006 Dodge Caravan. Safety information and reliability rating.

Reliability Overview

below average

The 2006 Dodge Caravan has recurring owner reports involving oil leaks, sliding doors, brakes, electrical accessories, air conditioning, and aging transmissions. Reliability is generally below average for an older minivan, so maintenance history and verification of recall completion are especially important.

Open Recalls (2)

Air Bags

Certain 2005-2006 Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan vehicles sold or registered in selected states may have front airbag sensors that can corrode and cause the airbags to provide reduced protection.

Campaign: 10V-123 | Reported: 2010-06-01

Exterior Lighting

Certain replacement headlamps installed on the vehicle may not conform to federal low-beam photometry requirements, reducing nighttime visibility.

Campaign: 07V-435 | Reported: 2007-09-19

Known Issues

Oil filter adapter or engine oil leaks

Typical mileage: 50,000-100,000

medium

$300 - $1,200

Sliding door power mechanism failure

Typical mileage: 40,000-90,000

medium

$300 - $1,200

Premature brake wear

Typical mileage: 25,000-60,000

medium

$200 - $700

Power window motor or regulator failure

Typical mileage: 60,000-120,000

low

$200 - $600

Transmission hesitation or failure

Typical mileage: 80,000-150,000

high

$500 - $3,500

Air conditioning failure

Typical mileage: 40,000-100,000

medium

$400 - $1,800

Alternator or water pump failure

Typical mileage: 90,000-150,000

medium

$400 - $1,200

Crankshaft seal oil leak

Typical mileage: 80,000-140,000

medium

$500 - $1,500

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