Model year guide

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 521 on record.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints530
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$8,710

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2011 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #17V376000 · 13/06/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number …

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #14V234000 · 07/05/2014

Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number …

Steering:column NHTSA Campaign #11V315000 · 08/06/2011

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED STEERING COLUMN PIVOT RIVET.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor: NHTSA Campaign #25V876000 · 17/12/2025

Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing t…

Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?

Low
$6,000
Typical price
$8,710
High
$11,400

From 520 comparable 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,100
Total$21,600
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($8,710) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,613), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan trims & engines on record

Trims
Express · Mainstreet · Crew · C/V · R/T
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2011 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles on record

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2011 Dodge Grand Caravan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on 530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?

Comparable 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan listings run roughly $6,000–$11,400, typically around $8,710 (from 520 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.