2017 Dodge Caravan
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 49 |
| 1986 | 49 |
| 1987 | 72 |
| 1988 | 107 |
| 1989 | 194 |
| 1990 | 283 |
| 1991 | 623 |
| 1992 | 923 |
| 1993 | 955 |
| 1994 | 661 |
| 1995 | 489 |
| 1996 | 1,403 |
| 1997 | 714 |
| 1998 | 629 |
| 1999 | 555 |
| 2000 | 470 |
| 2001 | 257 |
| 2002 | 245 |
| 2003 | 195 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 537 |
| 2006 | 173 |
| 2007 | 81 |
| 2008 | 302 |
| 2009 | 118 |
| 2010 | 172 |
| 2011 | 78 |
| 2012 | 87 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
4 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-27
Also filed under Service brakes and power train
Electrical system
2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Oct 19, 2017 I still hadn't been contacted from the dealership in regards to the oct 18TH complaint number 11034442 oct 19TH 2017 I was backing up in my long driveway, and I was accelerating in reverse the engine died.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-23
Structure
2 of 11 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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After heavy rain over the night, while the van was parked, a lot of water ended in the rear interior, luggage area, so in the morning without a draining plug I couldn't drain it out from underneath, but had to collect it with towel and paper in...
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-02
Vehicle speed control
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Service brakes
1 of 11 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-03-22Exterior lighting18V098000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Dodge Caravan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V098000 · Exterior lighting
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2017 Dodge Caravan reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Dodge Caravan?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Dodge Caravan have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.