2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT
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- Photo: 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package in Stone White, Front Left, 05-06-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE side lift van in Bright Silver Metallic, front right, 07-04-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan GT is a 283-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a 62te 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $34,395 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 Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $34,395 |
| MSRP with Destination | $35,490 |
| Destination Charge | $1,095 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L Pentastar 60-degree DOHC 24-valve V6 |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 283 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder (24 total), chain-driven |
| Bore and Stroke | 96 x 83 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 62TE 6-speed automatic with variable line pressure (VLP) |
| 1st Gear | 4.12 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.84 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.28 |
| 4th Gear | 1.45 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.69 |
| Reverse | 3.21 |
| Final Drive | 3.16 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Twist-beam axle, coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.9 x 1.1 in vented disc, 4-wheel ABS standard |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.0 x 0.5 in solid disc, 4-wheel ABS standard |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 6.5 in, aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 6.5 in, aluminum |
| Tires Front | P225/65R17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/65R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 202.8 in |
| Width | 78.7 in |
| Height | 67.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in |
| Front Track | 65.6 in |
| Rear Track | 64.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 33 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,510 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 63.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 64.1 in |
| Hip Room Front | 58.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 65 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (16.4 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 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
May 15, 2020 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign 20V278000
Aug 9, 2018 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
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 with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign 18V524000
414 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
Owner Complaints
414 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (6 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 144 |
| Unknown Or Other | 98 |
| Structure | 95 |
| Engine | 58 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 28 |
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 2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.