2017 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls and problems

The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan has 3 safety recalls and 415 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

415

Crashes / fires

6 / 3

Injuries / deaths

7 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 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 20V-278: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported May 15, 2020 · 122 vehicles affected · Vantage Mobility International, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

Recall 18V-524: Electrical System

Reported Aug 9, 2018 · 12,779 vehicles affected · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Problem: 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.

Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan problems reported by owners

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
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Steering	5

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 86
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 11
Structure › Body › Door — 8
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Electronic Lock/Latch Actuator — 7
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint — 4
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock — 1
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 63,111 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 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan complaints

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

Latches/Locks/Linkages · reported Sep 17, 2026

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)

Electrical System · reported Sep 1, 2026

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,

Electrical System · at 177,589 miles · reported Aug 31, 2026

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…

Latches/Locks/Linkages · at 80,000 miles · reported Aug 4, 2026

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.

Electrical System · at 90,489 miles · reported Jun 4, 2026

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…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan: 25V-876 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 20V-278 (fuel system, gasoline), 18V-524 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (144 reports), followed by unknown or other (98). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 63,111 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.