CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 414 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (144 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2017 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.
Fuel Pump Gasket May Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk
Certain 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles that were modified by Vantage Mobility International may have a fuel pump gasket that deteriorates over time.
Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module
The powertrain control module, the computer that manages the engine, may contain a voltage regulator chip on its circuit board that can fail.
Most common 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Problem areas named in the 414 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 144 |
| Unknown Or Other | 98 |
| Structure | 95 |
| Engine | 58 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 28 |
| Air Bags | 21 |
| Seats | 16 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
What owners report
On XXX my 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan locked involuntarily while the engine was running and the keys were in the ignition. A [XXX] infant was locked inside the vehicle. The doors could not be unlocked from the outside, requiring emergency services from the Newnan Police and Fire Department to intervene to extract the child. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Passenger sliding doors will not open the power door actuators have failed no way to manually open them itâs available on request, safety of other at risk is incase of an accident thereâs no way to open the doors itâs a safety hazard, problem was confirmed by dealer although it would cost me 3,800 to have them fix both sliding doors Ferario dodge in big flats NY tech confirmed that the manufactures of the door actuator had issues, there would be a buzz when they were failing although I had no idea what it was,
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that he had purchased a used vehicle through Facebook Marketplace. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy, and a Carfax report confirmed that the odometer had been tampered with twice. The vehicle was a private sale. The contact had reported the matter to the California State Attorney General's Office. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 138,661, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 177,589.
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the sliding doors failed to open automatically and had to manually open the vehicle by using the interior and exterior door handles simultaneously. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under Chrysler Campaign Number: X98; and that any repair would be out-of-pocket. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the roadway an dfailed to restart. The contact stated that there was smoke coming from the engine bay. There was not warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to AAMCO Transmissions, where it was diagnosed that the water pump housing had split in half. The water pump was replaced. The contact stated that shortly after the repair, the thermostat gauge started fluctuating and the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was taken to JJ Auto Repair and Collisions, where it was diagnosed with catastrophic engine block failure. A new engine was purchased and insta
2017 Dodge Grand Caravan safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
2017 Dodge Grand Caravan questions
Does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit; Fuel Pump Gasket May Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk; Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Based on 414 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (144), Unknown Or Other (98), Structure (95).
How safe is the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.