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2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT

The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT is a 283-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a 62te 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $34,495 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 283 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Grand Caravan measures 202.8 inches long on a 121.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,510 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeMinivan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$34,495
MSRP with Destination$35,840
Destination Charge$1,345
Engine
Engine Type3.6L Pentastar 60-degree DOHC 24-valve V6
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower283 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder (24 total), chain-driven
Bore and Stroke96 x 83
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission62TE 6-speed automatic with variable line pressure (VLP)
1st Gear4.12
2nd Gear2.84
3rd Gear2.28
4th Gear1.45
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.69
Reverse3.21
Final Drive3.16
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut, coil springs
Rear SuspensionTwist-beam axle, coil springs
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.9 x 1.1 in vented disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Rear Brake Disc12.0 x 0.5 in solid disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 6.5 in, aluminum
Wheels Rear17 x 6.5 in, aluminum
Tires FrontP225/65R17
Tires RearP225/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length202.8 in
Width78.7 in
Height67.9 in
Wheelbase121.2 in
Front Track65.6 in
Rear Track64.8 in
Ground Clearance5.6 in
Cargo Volume33 ft³
Curb Weight4,510 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.8 in
Headroom Rear39.3 in
Legroom Front40.7 in
Legroom Rear36.5 in
Shoulder Room Front63.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear64.1 in
Hip Room Front58.4 in
Hip Room Rear65 in

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.4 % risk)
Tested variant: 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 17, 2025 · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

NHTSA campaign 25V876000

May 15, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

NHTSA campaign 20V278000

Aug 9, 2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

NHTSA campaign 18V524000

Aug 9, 2018 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, 2018 Dodge Journey, and 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Consequence: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

NHTSA campaign 18V523000

270 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN

Owner Complaints

270 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (8 mention a crash, 9 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System92
Unknown Or Other65
Structure59
Engine34
Power Train23
Latches/Locks/Linkages15
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 30, 2026 · Seats 1 injury
“The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver’s side headrest had deployed unexpectedly while opening and closing the door. This deployment caused a plastic part on…”
Aug 25, 2026 · Air Bags
“At approximately 3:40 pm central standard time I was going through a school zone fixing to turn into the school. I was going about 15 mph and decelerating to a stop near the cop conducting school…”
Aug 10, 2026 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts, with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) warning light displayed on the…”
May 21, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“My rear passenger slide door has recently started buzzing when you press the unlock button. The lock itself will not move so it is not locking. We tried to get this fixed at our local dealership, they…”
Apr 8, 2026 · Electrical System, Seats
“The Component that keeps failing on these vehicles is the Actuator for the sliding doors. When it comes to safety, this could be a huge problem in case of an accident or any time there’s a “rush” to…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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