2017 Dodge Grand Caravan problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?

Comparable 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan listings run roughly $9,999–$17,995, typically around $14,981 (from 40 vehicles).

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints414

Combined20 mpg

Typical price$14,981

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls 3

Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood NHTSA Campaign #18V524000 · 09/08/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped wi…

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #20V278000 · 15/05/2020

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

Fix: Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.

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.

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 414 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.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Latches/locks/linkages

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2017 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 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?

Low

$9,999

Typical price

$14,981

High

$17,995

From 40 comparable 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$5,300

Total$20,800

Per mile$0.28

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 ($14,981) with the same model 5 model-years older ($9,667), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan trims & engines on record

Trims

SXT · SE, SXT, Express · GT · SE, SE CVP · Crew

Engines

3.6L 6-cyl 283 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl 173 hp

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles on record

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG3HR864989

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG8HR632871

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG1HR716871

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG9HR852858

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG9HR818437

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG6HR575487

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBG8HR652428

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG1HR717103

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBG3HR549174

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBGXHR725878

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG0HR650880

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG7HR674418

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG7HR866101

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEGXHR698838 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG6HR867370 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBG8HR594725 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG3HR604012

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG6HR847567 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBG3HR853668 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG5HR748368 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG6HR573903 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT2C4RDGCG5HR854612

2017 Dodge Grand Caravan SE, SXT, Express2C4RDGBG4HR615764 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT2C4RDGEG9HR698426

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2017 Dodge Grand Caravan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Based on 414 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan worth?

Comparable 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan listings run roughly $9,999–$17,995, typically around $14,981 (from 40 vehicles).

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