2018 Dodge Grand Caravan

Introduction: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan is a minivan offered with three engine options: a 3.6L Pentastar V6, a 2.4L Tigershark inline-four, and a 3.6L Pentastar V6 with AWD. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.4L Tigershark inline-four produces 184 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 with AWD produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. All engines are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Grand Caravan is praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and affordable price point. However, it has received criticism for its lack of modern technology features, poor fuel economy, and uninspiring handling.

Engine

3.6L Pentastar V6

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, overheating, rough idle, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Oil Filter Housing Leak
  • Description/Symptoms: Oil leak from oil filter housing
  • Solution: Replace oil filter housing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

2.4L Tigershark Inline-Four

• No Issues Found

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

• Shuddering
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission shuddering when shifting gears
  • Solution: Replace transmission fluid and filter, may need to replace transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Rear Suspension Bushing Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Squeaking or clunking noises from rear suspension, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace rear suspension bushings
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical system (may include replacing battery)
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door Lock Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty locking and unlocking doors
  • Solution: Replace door lock actuators
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate Control Malfunction
  • Description/Symptoms: Climate control system not working properly (blowing cold air, not blowing air, etc.)
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair climate control system
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary: The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan has a moderate number of issues, with the most common being intake manifold gasket failure (3.6L Pentastar V6), coolant leak, oil filter housing leak, transmission shuddering, and suspension bushing wear. The severity and cost of these issues vary, but some can be costly to repair, especially if they require replacing major components.