2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan.

20162018
Complaints
528
Crashes
9
Fires
3
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1138 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:63,687 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#285 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:71,275 mi
Crash-related:1
#355 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:68,140 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Electrical Faults
138
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
63,687
Body Structure
85
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
71,275
Engine Problems
55
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
68,140
Transmission / Drivetrain
37
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
76,757
Airbags
20
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
58,451
Seat-Related Issues
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,033
Fuel System
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
71,300
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
82,168
Latches / Locks
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
76,454
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
50,725
Structure:Body:Door
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
63,478
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
99,667
Electronic Stability Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
61,940
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,667
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Immobilizer/Proximity:Key/Sender
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Lock
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~12,987 vehicles.

25V876000Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
~86 affected

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 Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

20V278000Fuel Pump · Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
~122 affected

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

18V524000Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood
~12,779 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

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2017 Dodge Grand Caravan — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan has 528 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 138 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (138 complaints, avg 63,687 mi); Body Structure (85 complaints, avg 71,275 mi); Engine Problems (55 complaints, avg 68,140 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 67,930 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan include 9 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 12,987 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Grand Caravan reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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