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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.
Kelley Blue Book Value®
$4,740 - $7,845
Used Fair Purchase Price Range
Crash Test
Source: NHTSA.gov
MPG (up to)
17 City / 24 HWY
Horsepower
175-197
Seats
7
4.1 Owner Reviews (80) Photos (74) Video Reviews (4) Compare Models & Features For Sale Near Me (1)

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By Kelley Blue Book Editorial Staff

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Dodge Grand Caravan Models & Trims

SE - $4,740 - $7,315

Horsepower: 175 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5 (in.) Aluminum, Steel
  • Bluetooth (Optional)
  • Navigation System (Optional)
  • Heated Seats
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera (Optional)
  • Premium Audio
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start (Optional)
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

Base - $4,740 - $7,315

Horsepower: 197 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5, 17 x 6.5 (in.) Aluminum, Steel
  • Bluetooth (Optional)
  • Navigation System (Optional)
  • Heated Seats (Optional)
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera (Optional)
  • Premium Audio (Optional)
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start (Optional)
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor (Optional)
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

SXT - $5,084 - $7,845

Horsepower: 197 hp
Engine Type: Gas V6
Standard Seating: Cloth
Standard Wheels: 16 x 6.5, 17 x 6.5 (in.) Aluminum
  • Bluetooth (Optional)
  • Navigation System (Optional)
  • Heated Seats (Optional)
  • Sunroof
  • Back-Up Camera (Optional)
  • Premium Audio (Optional)
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Keyless Start (Optional)
  • Keyless Entry
  • Automated Emergency Braking
  • Blind Spot Monitor (Optional)
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning

Owner Reviews

4.10
5 star
38%
4 star
41%
3 star
15%
2 star
6%
1 star
0%

It is Reliable in the dead of winter! You will never get stuck in snow or have battery issues. It has a truck axle frame for the van which gives it its weight and size, but it won't seem like you are driving a truck and you still get great gas mileage!

I absolutely love the gold bumper to bumper cover that I purchased with the van, however, it doesn't cover a few things that you would expect it to as they told me it would. I have had to replace the passenger mirror 3 times because the Grand is so wide, cars have hit it. Also the undercarriage rattles something fierce. The upside is my van has never gotten stuck in snow nor has it not started in the dead of winter. The dealership has been great to me when things need to be done. I can put 2 or 3 issues under one deductible and I am set!(if I have that many issues) I love that the deductible is only $100, especially now that my car is getting much older! My van has traveled all over the US and never failed me! I will probably always by Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep products as they have always been great to us and our parents proudly made them for 30 years!
Dee C
Helpful

I love a grand caravan good overall van.

We love her Dodge grand caravan very pleased with it we haul stuff in it never had a problem with performance good on gas seating is comfortable the stow and go seats are great the only two negative things I can say is the starters in a bad position it seems to get overheated quite easily and goes bad we had to replace one within less than a year and the council in the roof with the video player has developed a squeaking noise when driving.
Kim L
Helpful

Great family car for transporting people or stuff around!

This van has been a very reliable vehicle. We have the stow and go feature that has allowed us to transport large appliances and furniture. It handles the road really well in ice and snow. I am petite but it find it easy to drive. It just recently started to give me some trouble in that it does not always want to start right away when I turn the ignition on. Otherwise it has been a great vehicle to drive and transport my family.
Mary Jo W
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Crash Test Results: Front, Side & Rollover

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  • Overall
  • Front
  • Side
  • Rollover

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is a non-profit group which conducts safety testing beyond federal regulations. "Good" is the highest rating.

  • Moderate Overlap Front G
  • Side G
  • Roof Strength N/A
  • Driver-side Overlap Front P
GGood
AAcceptable
MMarginal
PPoor

Safety Features

  • Brake assist
  • Brake/park interlock
  • Electronic stability program
  • Advanced multi-stage front air bags
  • Side curtain air bags for all rows
  • LATCH ready child seat anchor system
  • Child safety rear door locks
  • Tire pressure monitor
  • Dual note electric horn
* Optional Safety Feature

Safety Recalls (5)

  • .
    Electrical System > Wiring Jun 1, 2010
    Report Receipt Date:
    Jun 1, 2010
    NHTSA Campaign:
    10V235000
    Summary:
    CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2007. SOME OF THE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY ROUTED WIRE HARNESS THAT MAY HAVE A CONDITION WHERE THE LOWER SLIDING DOOR HINGE BRACKET CAN MAKE CONTACT AND WEAR THROUGH THE WIRE INSULATION.
    Consequence:
    A SHORT CIRCUIT COULD OCCUR INSIDE THE SLIDING DOOR, OVERHEATING THE LATCH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
    Remedy:
    CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
  • .
    Structure > Body Apr 9, 2010
    Report Receipt Date:
    Apr 9, 2010
    NHTSA Campaign:
    10V148000
    Summary:
    THE BRAUN CORPORATION IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE CARAVAN COMMERCIAL ENTERVANS WHICH WERE ALTERED BY BRAUN BETWEEN JANUARY 21, 2009 AND MARCH 19, 2010. DURING CONVERSION, THE CHASSIS WAS RAISED AND THE FLOOR WAS LOWERED TO ACCOMMODATE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES. IN RAISING THE CHASSIS, THE FUEL FILL PIPE COMES INTO CLOSER PROXIMITY TO THE LEFT REAR TIRE. IN ROUGH OR AGGRESSIVE DRIVING SITUATIONS, THE TIRE MAY INTERMITTENTLY CONTACT THE FUEL FILL PIPE.
    Consequence:
    CONTACT BETWEEN THE TIRE AND FUEL FILL PIPE MAY WEAR A HOLE IN ONE OR THE OTHER COMPONENTS OVER TIME. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL IN THE EVENT OF TIRE PRESSURE LOSS, OR A VEHICLE FIRE IN THE EVENT THE FUEL PIPE IS COMPROMISED.
    Remedy:
    BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-488-0359.
  • .
    Service Brakes, Hydraulic Sep 11, 2009
    Report Receipt Date:
    Sep 11, 2009
    NHTSA Campaign:
    09V351000
    Summary:
    ELDORADO NATIONAL IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 AMERIVAN MOBILITY VEHICLES BUILT ON CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN PLATFORMS VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE LINES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED AND NOT SECURED PROPERLY DURING THE ALTERATION. IF NOT ROUTED AND SECURED PROPERLY, THE BRAKE LINES COULD RUB AGAINST THE VEHICLE CAUSING A BRAKE FLUID LEAK.
    Consequence:
    A BRAKE FLUID LEAK COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY, POSSIBLY CAUSING A CRASH.
    Remedy:
    ELDORADO NATIONAL AMERIVAN DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND IF THE BRAKE LINES WERE IMPROPERLY ROUTED THEY WILL BE CORRECTLY REINSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ELDORADO NATIONAL AT 1-800-955-9086. THIS RECALL IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED BY CHRYSLER GROUP LLC AND WILL NOT BE PERFORMED AT NO COST BY DODGE OR CHRYSLER DEALERS UNLESS THEY ARE ALSO AN ELDORADO NATIONAL DEALER.
  • .
    Electrical System Jun 26, 2014
    Report Receipt Date:
    Jun 26, 2014
    NHTSA Campaign:
    14V373000
    Summary:
    This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
    Consequence:
    If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the ignition switch, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is L25. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.
  • .
    Electrical System > Fuses And Circuit Breakers Feb 3, 2009
    Report Receipt Date:
    Feb 3, 2009
    NHTSA Campaign:
    09V046000
    Summary:
    CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 13,350 MY 2009 TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR THE BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS.
    Consequence:
    IF THE FUSE FOR THIS CIRCUIT DOES NOT BLOW, THE CONNECTORS COULD OVERHEAT AND POTENTIALLY CATCH FIRE.
    Remedy:
    DEALERS WILL SEAL THE POWER CIRCUIT AT THE SUBJECT CONNECTOR AND REPLACE THE FUSE FOR THIS CIRCUIT IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

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