2019 Dodge Caravan: common problems
The maker issued 70 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 70
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Parking brake | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
- Flash
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0420…
- Flash
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)…
- PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
- Engine Oil Leak
- "Washer Light On And Will Not Turn Off After Adding Washer Solvent."
- STARTER - ENGINE
- WARRANTY BULLETIN D-25-03 (XV1) Driver and Passenger Sliding Door Power Lock Actuators - 2017 - 2019 Dodge…
WARRANTY BULLETIN D-25-03 (XV1) Driver and Passenger Sliding Door Power Lock Actuators - 2017 - 2019 Dodge Caravan/ 2017 - 2019 Chrysler Town & Country (RT)
- FCA CARIBBEANWARRANTY BULLETIN ID-25-01 (XV1) Driver and Passenger Sliding Door Power Lock Actuators -…
FCA CARIBBEANWARRANTY BULLETIN ID-25-01 (XV1) Driver and Passenger Sliding Door Power Lock Actuators - 2017 - 2019 Dodge Caravan/ 2017 - 2019 Chrysler Town & Country (RT)
- Incoming Vehicles with Deployed Active Head Rest (AHR) should have a through enquiry
If there is no Broken Pieces or Electrical failure, Direction to RESET the AHR following the Procedure.
- Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC)…
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning…
- Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair…
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
NHTSA lists 70 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Caravan?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 70 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Dodge Caravan?
NHTSA lists 70 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Dodge Caravan from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.