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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2C4RDGBG1JR198917 · Checked Oct 16, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 6

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2C4RDGBG1JR•••••• 2018 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN

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261on the model
37builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 4 Power Train 1 Engine 1 Latches/locks/linkages 1

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Electrical System May 2024
Firstly my front door lock went out and wouldn’t work which i got fixed now both my back door locks do not work correctly which I have children that use this vehicle with me which can lead to danger the left back door locks make a nasty buzzing sound and will not lock or unlock…
Power Train Feb 2022
Transmission just stopped on the freeway... No warning or lights came on
Unknown Or Other Dec 2021
Driver side sliding door is stuck in the locked position. It will not unlock manually nor with the key fob. It is a safety hazard for any passengers in my car since the door cannot be opened
Electrical System Jun 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the sliding door on the rear driver’s side had seized in the locked position, and the key fob was unable to unlock the sliding door. The door was unable to unlock manually or with the key fob. The contact…
Electrical System Jan 2022
Drivers door lock actuator failed. Drivers door will not lock automatically when driving. The door can be locked and unlocked manually from the inside, and by the key from the outside
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2C4RDGBG1JR198917 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.