2017 Dodge Caravan Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2017 Dodge Caravan has a complaint index of 8, the lowest among the 13 model years with data, and ranks 12th worst (meaning it's among the least complained-about years). It has one recall covering a brake switch defect.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 8/100
- #12 of 13 Caravan years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
Top 2017 Dodge Caravan problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes1 (100%)
- Engine1 (100%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the vehicle can lurch forward unexpectedly if the brake pedal is not fully engaged, even briefly.
- One reported incident occurred at a stop in traffic, resulting in a rear-end collision with another vehicle.
- The reported brake issue surfaced early, at 3,000 miles of use.
2017 Dodge Caravan recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V098000Feb 8, 2018Electrical System39,456 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
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.
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.
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.
2017 compared with other Caravan years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Dodge Caravan reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2017 Dodge Caravan has a complaint index of 8, the lowest of the 13 model years with data, and ranks 12th out of those years for reported problems.
- Does the 2017 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 18V098000) covers a brake switch malfunction that could keep brake lights illuminated or allow the vehicle to be shifted improperly. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
- What is the top problem area for the 2017 Dodge Caravan?
- NHTSA data lists Brakes as the top problem area, based on a single reported complaint involving unintended forward movement at a stop.
- How does the 2017 Caravan compare to other years?
- The 2017 model year has a complaint index of 8, far lower than years like 2005 (100) or 2008 (92), which are rated Avoid, making 2017 one of the lower-complaint years for this model.