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2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Lux

The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Lux is a 283-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a 62te 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $32,960 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 283 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The Grand Caravan measures 202.8 inches long on a 121.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,510 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeMinivan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$32,960 ($47,630 *)
MSRP with Destination$33,795 ($48,837 *)
Destination Charge$835
Engine
Engine Type3.6L Pentastar 60-degree DOHC 24-valve V6
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower283 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder (24 total), chain-driven
Bore and Stroke96 x 83
Compression Ratio10.2:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission62TE 6-speed automatic with variable line pressure (VLP)
1st Gear4.12
2nd Gear2.84
3rd Gear2.28
4th Gear1.45
5th Gear1
6th Gear0.69
Reverse3.21
Final Drive3.16
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut, coil springs
Rear SuspensionTwist-beam axle, coil springs
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.9 x 1.1 in vented disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Rear Brake Disc12.0 x 0.5 in solid disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 6.5 in, aluminum
Wheels Rear17 x 6.5 in, aluminum
Tires FrontP225/65R17
Tires RearP225/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length202.8 in
Width78.7 in
Height67.9 in
Wheelbase121.2 in
Front Track65.6 in
Rear Track64.8 in
Ground Clearance5.6 in
Cargo Volume33 ft³
Curb Weight4,510 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.8 in
Headroom Rear39.3 in
Legroom Front40.7 in
Legroom Rear36.5 in
Shoulder Room Front63.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear64.1 in
Hip Room Front58.4 in
Hip Room Rear65 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (16.4 % risk)
Tested variant: 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 17, 2025 · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

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 the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 25V876000

Jun 13, 2017 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

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.

Consequence: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Remedy: 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 for this recall is T33.

NHTSA campaign 17V376000

May 7, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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.

Consequence: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy: 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 for this recall is P25.

NHTSA campaign 14V234000

Jun 8, 2011 · STEERING:COLUMN

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.

Consequence: A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED RIVET COULD COMPROMISE THE ABILITY OF THE STEERING COLUMN TO SUPPORT THE OCCUPANT LOADS IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL CRASH, DECREASING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE FRONTAL IMPACT SAFETY SYSTEM. AS A RESULT, THE CONDITION MAY INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 11V315000

530 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN

Owner Complaints

530 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (9 mention a crash, 17 a fire, 15 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System332
Fuel/Propulsion System127
Engine92
Power Train43
Unknown Or Other40
Service Brakes27
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Apr 23, 2026 · Electrical System Fire
“The contact owned a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unoccupied, the front driver’s side of the vehicle near the driver’s door caught…”
Oct 10, 2025 · Electrical System
“Odometer Fraud. The contact stated that while considering purchasing a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, the odometer mileage was 101,000 but the registration information indicated that in 2022 the odometer…”
Oct 1, 2025 · Vehicle Speed Control
“Motor problems and transmission problems, so can’t use the cruise control.”
May 23, 2025 · Steering, Engine
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The…”
Feb 8, 2025 · Other/I Am Not Sure
“The manufacture date is after the expiration date for example the manufacturer date is 2024/07/15 The expiration date is 2024/07/12 Both car seats that I have are this way along with the bases.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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