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2013 Dodge

Grand Caravan

Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, FFV

Dodge Grand Caravan: best and worst years
2013 Dodge Grand Caravan (photo 1 of 3)

Closest available photo (2012 model year); you're viewing the 2013.

2012 photoAuthor: Runawaymo; Lightroom AI; Photograph by RunawaymoPublic domainvia Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Power to weight
0.063 hp/lb
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
6/10
Real-world MPG
16.4 mpg, reported by 2 driversabout 3.6 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 2E (6,001 to 7,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
No
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
4
Owner complaints
471 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
22

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM39%
  • ENGINE11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • SEATS7%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6%
  • POWER TRAIN5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 657 total.

Dodge Grand Caravan: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • PE19014opened Sep 9, 2019SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

    Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

  • DP14004opened Sep 25, 2014ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

100 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Sep 20, 2023EQUIPMENT9100229

    LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

  • Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226

    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 Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

  • Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93120

    FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC

  • Aug 30, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL93023

    Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)

  • Aug 23, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD93019

    FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-22-23 - 2017 - 2023 (Current) Chrysler Pacifica (RU) and 2013 - 2016 Chrysler Town & Country/ 2013 - 2020 Dodge Caravan (RT) - Corrosion - Complete Hood Panel Warranty Claim Simplification (Rev. B)

  • Aug 23, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD93005

    Warranty Bulletin D-22-17 - 2017 - 2023 (Current) Chrysler Pacifica (RU) and 2013 - 2016 Chrysler Town & Country/ 2013 - 2020 Dodge Caravan (RT) - Corrosion - Complete Hood Panel Warranty Claim Simplification (Rev. B)

  • Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196

    Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

  • Jul 12, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD92186

    FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-22-23 - 2017-2023 (Current) Chrysler Pacifica (RU) and 2013-2016 Chrysler Town & Country/ 2013-2020 Dodge Caravan (RT) - Corrosion Complete Hood Panel Warranty Claim Simplification (Rev. A)

  • and 92 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.