- The problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
- The risk
- Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Dodge Caravan Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2017 Dodge Caravan with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the engine & cooling (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 2018 for the switch. For comparison, the 2016 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Caravan year, for its age
#381 most complained-about 2017 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2017 Dodge Caravan problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2017 Dodge Caravan recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2017 Dodge Caravan
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2017 Dodge grand caravan was stopped in traffic at a light. My foot slipped off the brake for a second and the vehicle jumped forward quickly, which caused damage to the rear end of an acura sitting about 10 feet in front of me.
Dodge Caravan: every year compared
All Caravan years2017 Dodge Caravan vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Dodge Caravan | 1 | 1 | A | |
| 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan | 415 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Durango | 214 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Journey | 202 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Charger | 129 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Charger SRT | 121 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Challenger | 50 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Dodge Challenger SRT | 45 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2017 Dodge Caravan
Does the 2017 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Dodge Caravan: switch (February 2018). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Caravan?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2017 Dodge Caravan had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 27, 2017 and the latest on November 27, 2017. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2017 Dodge Caravan a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 100 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Caravan year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Caravan years have the most complaints?
1996 (1,402), 1993 (962), 1992 (929). See every Dodge Caravan year compared.
What should I do if my 2017 Dodge Caravan has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data