2011 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls and problems

The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan has 4 safety recalls and 530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
530
Crashes / fires
9 / 17
Injuries / deaths
17 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

Recall 25V-876: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Reported Dec 17, 2025 · 86 vehicles affected · Rollx Vans

Problem: 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.

Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: 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 Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Recall 17V-376: Air Bags

Reported Jun 13, 2017 · 209,135 vehicles affected · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.

Risk: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T33.

Recall 14V-234: Electrical System

Reported May 7, 2014 · 644,757 vehicles affected · Chrysler Group LLC

Problem: Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.

Risk: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.

Recall 11V-315: Steering

Reported Jun 8, 2011 · 11,096 vehicles affected · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.

Risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System332
Fuel/Propulsion System127
Engine92
Power Train43
Unknown or Other40
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)26
Service Brakes25
Structure21
Air Bags19
Vehicle Speed Control15
Steering15
Visibility/Wiper10

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body › Door — 12
  • Structure › Body — 7
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 6
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 3
  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 2
  • Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Interior — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 80,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 200,000 miles · reported Apr 23, 2026
The contact owned a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unoccupied, the front driver’s side of the vehicle near the driver’s door caught fire. The contact extinguished the fire. No fire or police report was filed. The front driver’s 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…
Electrical System · at 125,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2025
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.
Steering · at 130,000 miles · reported May 23, 2025
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…
Other/I Am Not Sure · reported Feb 8, 2025
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.
Engine · reported Jun 28, 2024
V51 recall cause problems with power control module. Poor fuel economy Trouble starting/ restarting Engine not receiving power

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan: 25V-876 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 17V-376 (air bags), 14V-234 (electrical system), 11V-315 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (332 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (127). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 80,000 miles.

Are Dodge recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Dodge dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.