How many transmission complaints does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have?

NHTSA lists 37 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 model year, making up 9% of its 414 total complaints.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission?

No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data provided for this problem area.

At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 72,000 miles.

What kind of transmission problems do owners report?

Owners describe the vehicle rolling away after being placed in park, stalling or failing to shift while driving, and torque converter failures.

How does 2017 compare to other Grand Caravan years for this problem?

The 2017 model's 9% share is lower than 2015 (27%), 2016 (22%), and 2019 (20%), but similar to 2018 (9%).

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 37 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, 9% of its 414 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 72,000. Owners report rollaway incidents, stalling, and transmission failures, though no related recall is listed.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 37; 9% of 414
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 72,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles reportedly shift out of park or roll away on their own while parked, in some cases dragging or injuring the person exiting.
Owners describe the transmission stalling or failing to engage gear while driving, sometimes stopping in traffic despite the engine still running.
Some report the vehicle revving but failing to accelerate past a certain speed, with mechanics stating the transmission needed rebuilding or replacement.
Torque converter failure was reported at highway speed, producing a whining sound followed by shuddering and loss of power.
A few owners describe a ticking noise linked to loose rocker arms on this engine size.
Electrical warning indicators and power train control module issues were reported alongside stalling events.

When 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 30, 2018, latest Mar 11, 2026.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2018 to Mar 2026; peak Jan 2019 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Grand Caravan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201040 (5%)
201143 (8%)
201248 (8%)
201336 (8%)
201418 (5%)
201577 (27%)
2016220 (22%)
201737 (9%)
201823 (9%)
201949 (20%)
20208 (40%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have?: NHTSA lists 37 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 model year, making up 9% of its 414 total complaints.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan transmission?: No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data provided for this problem area.
At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 72,000 miles.
What kind of transmission problems do owners report?: Owners describe the vehicle rolling away after being placed in park, stalling or failing to shift while driving, and torque converter failures.
How does 2017 compare to other Grand Caravan years for this problem?: The 2017 model's 9% share is lower than 2015 (27%), 2016 (22%), and 2019 (20%), but similar to 2018 (9%).