2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1,269 on record.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan at a glance
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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls 6
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 …
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 …
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 21, 2011. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH RIGHT REAR HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE NOT FULLY MACHINED.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RIGHT REAR HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L ENGINES. THESE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILURE DUE TO DEBRIS INSIDE THE ENGINE BLOCK.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ENGINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 9, 2012 THROUGH MARCH 12, 2012. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH A RIGHT SIDE LIFTGATE PINCH SENSOR THAT DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. AS A RESULT, INCREASED FORCE MAY BE REQUIRED IN ORDER TO STOP THE POWER LIFTGATE DURING FINAL CLOSING STAGES.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE RIGHT SIDE LIFTGATE PINCH SENSORS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 583 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($9,667) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,366), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan trims & engines on record
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles on record
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SE2C4RDGBG5CR408504
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SE2C4RDGBG1CR183286
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBGXCR138394
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG2CR308102
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG9CR296434
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG4CR274826
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Crew2C4RDGDG7CR159037
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG8CR218132
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG2CR185367
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG1CR153431
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG8CR218762
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Crew2C4RDGDG7CR108945
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG4CR346576
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG9CR372395
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Crew2C4RDGDG7CR294504
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG4CR241714
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCGXCR196715
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCGXCR404429
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG4CR314761
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG6CR349219
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Crew2C4RDGDG0CR110620
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBGXCR333430
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG4CR215677
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan American Value Package2C4RDGBG4CR333455
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2012 Dodge Grand Caravan — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 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 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Based on 583 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
What is the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?
Comparable 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan listings run roughly $7,100–$12,100, typically around $9,667 (from 1,264 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.