CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 530 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 17 fires, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (332 reports).
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls
Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit
Certain wheelchair restraint systems installed in these vehicles, specifically QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max units made by Rollx, may have retractors that fail to lock.
Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly
Wiring for the driver's frontal airbag can become chafed inside the steering wheel.
Most common 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Problem areas named in the 530 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 332 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 127 |
| Engine | 92 |
| Power Train | 43 |
| Unknown Or Other | 40 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 25 |
| Structure | 21 |
| Air Bags | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unoccupied, the front driverâs side of the vehicle near the driverâs door caught fire. The contact extinguished the fire. No fire or police report was filed. The front driverâs side of the vehicle was consumed by the fire. The contact believed the failure was due to an electrical malfunction located in the driver's door that caused the fire. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed to a salvage facility. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
Odometer Fraud. The contact stated that while considering purchasing a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, the odometer mileage was 101,000 but the registration information indicated that in 2022 the odometer mileage was 125,000. The vehicle was a private sale.
Motor problems and transmission problems, so canât use the cruise control.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the water pump was replaced. The contact stated that several months later, while driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact used excessive force to steer the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where a power steering flush was performed; however, the failure persisted. The mechanic replaced the steering pump, which seemed to correct the failure. The contact then stated that the whining sound returned without warning.
The manufacture date is after the expiration date for example the manufacturer date is 2024/07/15 The expiration date is 2024/07/12 Both car seats that I have are this way along with the bases.
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan questions
Does the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit; Driver Airbag May Deploy Unexpectedly; Electrical System; Steering:Column. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Based on 530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (332), Fuel/Propulsion System (127), Engine (92).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.