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2020 Dodge Grand Caravan

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Grand Caravan.

Transmission Automatic 6-spd

The 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan pairs a six-speed automatic transmission with EPA fuel-economy ratings of 17 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, and 20 mpg combined. Reliability data for this model year is comparatively clean, with just 19 owner complaints on record, the power train listed as the top concern, and one recall. That 19-complaint count is the lowest in the Grand Caravan's 1990–2020 history, far below the 1,334 complaints logged for the 1996 model year, which positions the 2020 model year as one of the quieter entries in the nameplate's reliability record.

Model year20202019

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy17/25/20 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 68191349AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/65R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter68191349AC
Engine air filter04861737AB
Spark plugSP149125AF
BatteryBBH7F001AA
Front wiper blades68028442AA alt 68125735AA
Thermostat05184894AA alt 05184570AK

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length202.4 in
Overall width78.7 in
Overall height67.7 in
Wheelbase121.3 in
Curb weight4519 lb
Track (front / rear)65.7 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined17 / 25 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Grand Caravan of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.6–8.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.60 sec — 2010 SXT 4.0L
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017GT 3.6L V67.80 sec16.10 sec283 hpFWD
2012R/T 3.6L 3.6L V67.90 sec16.20 sec283 hpFWD
2012R/T 3.6L 3.6L V67.90 sec16.00 sec283 hpFWD
2010SXT 4.0L 4.0L V67.60 sec15.90 sec251 hpFWD
2008SXT 4.0L 4.0L V67.80 sec16.10 sec251 hpFWD
2008SXT 4.0L 4.0L V67.80 sec16.10 sec251 hpFWD
2008SXT 4.0L 4.0L V68.00 sec16.30 sec251 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs89.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsUse new fasteners only. 70.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs106.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.6-0.9 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance6,000-9,000 ohms

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance730 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., step 2: 10530 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miTransmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 2020 the Dodge Grand Caravan recorded 19 complaints, 1 recall, 0 investigations and 50 technical service bulletins, the lowest complaint total in the dataset since at least 1990. This continues a clear decline from the high‑complaint years of 1996 (1,334), 2005 (995), 2008 (1,290), 2010 (1,038) and 2016 (1,153), where complaints were an order of magnitude greater. Compared with the prior year, 2019 (40 complaints, 1 recall, 1 investigation, 53 TSBs), 2020 shows roughly half the complaints, eliminates investigations, and maintains recalls and TSBs at similarly low levels. The leading complaint areas for 2020—Power Train (7), Air Bags (2), and minor reports in Unknown/Other‑Fuel/Propulsion, Steering/Electrical/Engine—reflect the low‑volume pattern of recent years rather than the systemic spikes seen earlier. Given the markedly reduced complaint and recall activity and the absence of open investigations, the 2020 model year represents a comparatively reliable choice among used Grand Caravans, though buyers should still review the 50 TSBs for any service‑related considerations.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
50
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
19
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 19 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train7
Air Bags2
Unknown Or Other,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Steering,Electrical System,Engine1
Air Bags,Seat Belts1
Power Train,Air Bags1
Electrical System,Air Bags,Unknown Or Other1
Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V876000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:Wheelchair Restraints/Securement:Latch/Anchor:Reported 17/12/2025

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and… Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 50 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S14080003842024-01-10Electrical SystemStart Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State…
91002292023-09-20SuspensionLIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the…
91002262023-09-15Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
91002262023-09-15Electrical SystemConnector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
S23070000022023-08-31Engine And Engine CoolingSuspected engine coolant leak.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2020 Grand Caravan have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Grand Caravan get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined mpg.