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2016 Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration problems

17 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 73,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
17
of this car's complaints
2%
typical mileage
73,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Accelerator pedal
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration problems in other years

1990199520002005201020152019

Specific symptoms reported on the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Sudden acceleration 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 16, 2026 · Acceleration, Airbags · FL

See Attached Documents: 1.) the federal safety agency- Questions Answered 2.) Service 2016 Dodge Grand caravan Note: The Dodge Dealership is not compliying with the mandated repairs. The diagnostic summary provided by [XXX] on December 17, 2025, significantly mischaracterizes my complaints and omits the relevant factory campaigns. It has been over 30 days and it is apparent that they have no intention of complying with the mandated repairs or providing me any paperwork for my repair. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Dec 6, 2025 · Acceleration, Electrical · CA

My 2016 dodge grand caravan has all of a sudden lost power on half the fuse box making it so the key (fob) says iuyts A bad key a total of 3 times so far as well as this time will not turn over at all, also the last time I went to put fuel in it half the gas was on the ground due to a faulty gas line on the fuel neck. It also has a fluctuateing rpm at stop lights. And might turn off and be hard to restart in the middle of an intersection.I would hope to have these things fixed in a recall soon.

Filed Oct 28, 2025 · Acceleration, Engine · NY

while driving the engine light came on within 10 minutes the car started jumping in place and then within 5 minutes completely would not go in any direction forward reverse or neutral and just revved the torque locked up the transmission quit completely did not even give me time to pull over and access the issue was 7 min from home when completely quit

Filed Dec 23, 2022 · Acceleration, Fuel system · WI

At various speeds from 35mph to 70mph, van will accelerate without manual input to the accelerator pedal. To stop the acceleration, the pedal must be "smashed" several times before the throttle responds. It is as if the cruise control acceleration spontaniously activates even though cruise control is not ON or being used. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!!!

Filed Aug 25, 2022 · Acceleration, Transmission · 108,000 miles · KS

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the RPM’s increased with the accelerator pedal depressed; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH. On another occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not yet notified of failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

Filed Dec 8, 2021 · Acceleration · 70,000 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving at various speeds on three separate occasions, the accelerator pedal was sticking. The contact stated there was a warning indicator light illuminated but, was unable to identify the warning light. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Nov 22, 2021 · Acceleration, Fuel system · IL

The hazardous roads symbol will light up on dash and then it will not allow me to use cruise control or shift the car out of park. I have to use the release button accessible from the hole in the dash to shift the car out of park when that hazardous road condition light is on. The hazardous road light will come on out of no where on a perfectly fine day and then mysteriously go off.

Filed Nov 15, 2021 · Acceleration, Engine · 97,099 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the RPM was at zero. The contact mentioned that there was a high pitch whining sound. The vehicle coasted and failed to shift gears. Additionally, once the vehicle was restarted, the vehicle jerked forward and was able to operate. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated continuously. The vehicle was seen by an independent mechanic where the contact was informed to reverse the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to reverse. The contact mentioned that the vehicle needed to be shifted into neutral and the mechanic pushed the vehicle back to check the vehicle. In addition, the contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to exceed 25 MPH a few hours later. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,099.

Filed Sep 9, 2020 · Acceleration · 73,000 miles · WI · crash · 1 injury

When approaching a red light going slow speed and slowing down, car suddenly accelerated as if it was regaining cruise control speed, therefore slamming into the car in front of me. Pressing on break did not help. Is this a recall issue? I see others on here with same issue. I received a citation. Car was totaled. This is not right.*dt

Filed Oct 16, 2019 · Acceleration, Transmission · 92,000 miles · MD

The vehicle was drive-able but would not go above 40mph when motion in on the highway or street. The vehicle hesitate and shift gears when trying to go above 40mph.I took the vehicle to certified dodge dealer who said it was my transmission and it needs to be replaced. The vehicle is 2016 dodge caravan.

Questions about the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration

Does the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the acceleration of the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 73,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan acceleration?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have the most acceleration problems?

The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most acceleration complaints are 1996 (124 complaints), 1997 (48 complaints) and 1999 (34 complaints).

Other 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan problems

Electrical 314Body 228Transmission 221Engine 86Fuel system 26Seats 25Locks 24Airbags 22Brakes 13Driver assistance 13Steering 11Seat belts 7Suspension 5Wheels 4Lights 3Visibility 3Tires 2

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