Is the 2016 Dodge CARAVAN reliable?

The 2016 Dodge CARAVAN has 42 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.2x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2016 Dodge CARAVAN?

Top problems: OTHER (9 complaints, avg repair $500); BODY/STRUCTURE (8 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (8 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2016 Dodge CARAVAN?

No recalls have been issued for the 2016 Dodge CARAVAN.

How much does it cost to insure a 2016 Dodge CARAVAN?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2016 Dodge CARAVAN is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2016 Dodge CARAVAN

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2016 Dodge CARAVAN has 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.2x the segment average of 34. The most common issue is other problems (21% of all complaints), specifically: we bought a 2016 dodge caravan and had a "remote" start installed through the dealership. the van would shut off when the remote start was used, sometimes. when it shut off in neutral, before i could even make it into the van, the electrical acted like it was disconnected from the battery, (the cloc.

1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.2x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

9 complaints

21%

• WE BOUGHT A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN AND HAD A "REMOTE" START INSTALLED THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. THE VAN WOULD SHUT OFF WHEN THE REMOTE START WAS USED, SOMETIMES. WHEN IT SHUT OFF IN NEUTRAL, BEFORE I COULD EVEN MAKE IT INTO THE VAN, THE ELECTRICAL ACTED LIKE IT WAS DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERY, (THE CLOC
• THE DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK, CAUSING CONCERN FOR THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY IF IN AN ACCIDENT. THE LOCK WILL NOT MOVE EITHER MANUALLY OR ELECTRICALLY/KEY FOB. IT WORKED JUST FINE AND SUDDENLY STOPPED. I WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY AND USED IT AS NORMAL AND DROVE ABOUT 5 MILES AND STOPPED
• THE SLIDING DOORS LATCHES NEED TO BE REPLACED 2 YEARS AFTER I BOUGHT IT THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THEM THAT THEY SEEM A LOT OF THESE WHY ISN'T THERE A RECALL ON THEM

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“WE BOUGHT A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN AND HAD A "REMOTE" START INSTALLED THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. THE VAN WOULD SHUT OFF WHEN THE REMOTE START WAS USED, SOMETIMES. WHEN IT SHUT OFF IN NEUTRAL, BEFORE I COULD EVEN MAKE IT INTO THE VAN, THE ELECTRICAL ACTED LIKE IT WAS DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERY, (THE CLOC”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2016 Dodge CARAVAN

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Dodge New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Dodge. If you're buying a used 2016 CARAVAN, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Dodge dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 42 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: WE BOUGHT A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN AND HAD A "REMOTE" START INSTALLED THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. THE VAN WOULD SHUT OFF WHEN THE REMOTE START WAS USED, SOMETIMES. WHEN IT SHUT OFF IN NEUTRAL, BEFORE I COULD EVEN MAKE IT INTO THE VAN, THE ELECTRICAL ACTED LIKE IT WAS DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERY, (THE CLOC
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BODY/STRUCTURE: 2016 DODGE CARAVAN ONLY 14000, MILE. DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 TO 45 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HIGHWAY. HOOD LATCH BOLTS ( ONLY TWO ) CAME FULLY OUT ,ALLOWING THE HOOD TO OPEN , SMASHING INTO THE WIND SHIELD , MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE AHEAD DUE TO THE HOOD BLOCKING THE VIEW.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: WE BOUGHT A 2016 DODGE CARAVAN AND HAD A "REMOTE" START INSTALLED THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. THE VAN WOULD SHUT OFF WHEN THE REMOTE START WAS USED, SOMETIMES. WHEN IT SHUT OFF IN NEUTRAL, BEFORE I COULD EVEN MAKE IT INTO THE VAN, THE ELECTRICAL ACTED LIKE IT WAS DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERY, (THE CLOC
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMP FAILED, RESULTING IN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHOW SIGNS OF SLIPPAGE, THEN BECAME INOPERABLE AFTER BEING PARKED. THIS IS MY FOURTH DODGE CARAVAN TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM. FAILURES OF THE TRANSMISSION PUMP ALL HAPPENED WITHOUT WARNING AT AROUND 55,000 - 80,000 MILES.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)