Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Dodge Caravan. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Brake Switch may Malfunction
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (1)
1 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% |
| Power train | 1 | 100% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 100% |
How 2017 compares with other Caravan years
Best and worst Caravan years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 302 | 2 |
| 2009 | 118 | 2 |
| 2010 | 172 | 2 |
| 2011 | 78 | 0 |
| 2012 | 87 | 0 |
| 2013 | 30 | 0 |
| 2014 | 20 | 0 |
| 2015 | 23 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2017 Dodge Caravan FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Dodge Caravan have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 18V098000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Dodge Caravan problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (1), Power train (1), Service brakes (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2017 Caravan compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2017 Dodge Caravan model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2008 the most (302). The 2017 drew 1. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.