2016 Dodge caravan SE
2C4RDGBG5GR362565
Vehicle history report for the 2016 Dodge caravan (VIN 2C4RDGBG5GR362565). Silver. Title: Clean. 88,000 mi reported. Registered in Mi. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN 2C4RDGBG5GR362565
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2016 dodge caravan.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Dodge caravan, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 36
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2016 Dodge caravan.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IN TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THE LOCK ACTUATORS WHAT BAD ON BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS FOR THE PASSENGERS SIDE AND DRIVERS SIDE. THIS IS A COSTLY PROBLEM TO HAVE AND UNCALLED FOR ON A RELIABLE FORM OF TRANSPORTATION. I HAVE THE UNDERSTANDING BY TALKING TO THE MAINTENANCE MANAGER THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM FOR DODGE MINIVANS. THIS A DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR OWNERS DUE …
NHTSA ODI #11360524STRUCTURE
THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT OPEN. IT APPEARS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE LOCKING MECHANISM. ONE DAY WE PARKED AND LOCKED THE CAR TO GET ICE CREAM AND WHEN WE CAME BACK THE DOOR WOULDN'T UNLOCK. *TR
NHTSA ODI #11330478STRUCTURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE TO MILFORD AUTO GROUP JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE RAM (1470 BOSTON POST RD, MILFORD, CT 06460, 203-878-2471) AND RECEIVED A QUOTE FOR THE REPAIRS. THE PARTS THAT NEEDED TO …
NHTSA ODI #11252901POWER TRAIN
LOSE ALL POWER FOR REVERSE, PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND SHIFT INTO BUT NO POWER WHEN GAS PEDAL IS PUSHED.
NHTSA ODI #11233502POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN. WHILE IN PARK, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO ENGAGE INTO DRIVE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND JERKED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO SAN ANTONIO CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (11910 I-35 FRONTAGE RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78233, (210) 239-1808) WHERE IT WA…
NHTSA ODI #11232690UNKNOWN OR OTHER
LOCKS FAIL TO DISENGAGE AND DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED MANUALLY OR ELECTRONICALLY. MY CHILD HAD TO CLIMB OUT THROUGH THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR IN ORDER TO EXIT THE VAN. THIS POSES A DANGER DURING AN EMERGENCY. PLEASE ADVISE DODGE TO RECALL LOCK ACTUATORS ON CARAVAN MODELS. I RESEARCHED AND THIS SEEMS TO BE A PREVALENT COMPLAINT AMONG MANY DODGER OWNERS.
NHTSA ODI #11232509UNKNOWN OR OTHER
WE HAVE A 2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN THAT HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED BY A MECHANIC TO NEED A REAR AC EVAPORATOR INSTALLED AT A COST OF OVER $1000.00. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AS WE WERE TOLD IT IS A KNOWN MOPAR PROBLEM. AS THE HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD FOR A FAMILY OF FIVE, I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO FIND THIS AMOUNT OF MONEY FOR THE REPAIR. THIS VAN WAS PURCHASED TO ACCOMMODATE OUR …
NHTSA ODI #11230888UNKNOWN OR OTHER
DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK , WANT OPEN.
NHTSA ODI #11228657+ 28 more complaints on record.






