How many open recalls are there on the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan?

There are 3 active NHTSA recall campaigns on file for the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires manufacturers to remedy any safety recall at no cost to the owner, regardless of warranty status, mileage, or whether you are the original owner. The dealership performs the work and bills the manufacturer. You should never pay out of pocket for a recall repair.

How do I check if a specific recall has been performed on my Dodge?

Run your VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or use the VIN decoder at the top of this page. The federal system shows the completion status of every safety recall on your specific vehicle, including campaigns the original owner may have addressed before you bought it.

How long do I have to claim a recall repair?

Most safety recalls have no expiration date — manufacturers must honor them indefinitely. A small subset of voluntary service campaigns and "customer satisfaction programs" do expire, typically 7-10 years from issue date. The campaigns listed on this page are full safety recalls; if your vehicle is covered, you can claim the repair at any time.

What if my dealer says they can't fix the recall?

Two situations: (1) parts shortage — manufacturers sometimes issue recalls before remedy parts are available; you may have to wait, but the dealer should give you a written acknowledgment that your vehicle is on the list. (2) Dealer error — if the dealer claims your VIN doesn't qualify when NHTSA's system says it does, escalate to NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline (1-888-327-4236). NHTSA can compel the manufacturer to honor the campaign.

When was the most recent recall on this vehicle issued?

The most recent recall in our records was campaign 17V376000, dated 2017-06-13. The oldest active campaign on file dates to 2012-05-02.

ProblemsByVin Recalls / 2012-DODGE-GRAND-CARAVAN

3 active campaigns

2012 Dodge Grand Caravan recalls

Every active NHTSA recall campaign for this vehicle, ranked by severity. Each entry shows the consequence if left unfixed and the manufacturer's prescribed remedy.

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Recall timeline

When were recalls issued for the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan? Recalls span 2012 to 2017. No new campaigns in over five years — issues appear settled.

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severe NHTSA 17V376000 June 13, 2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles

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

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 for this recall is T33.

severe NHTSA 12V191000 May 2, 2012

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 town and country and Dodge grand caravan vehicles, manufactured from march 9, 2012 through march 12, 2012

The power liftgate door may close on an appendage, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

severe NHTSA 12V141000 April 3, 2012

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 town and country and Dodge grand caravan vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2011, through november 21, 2011

This could result in a decrease in durability, which may lead to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

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Recall data sourced from the NHTSA recallsByVehicle public API. Each campaign number above links to the official federal record; you can also verify the full recall history at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2012/Dodge/Grand Caravan. Campaign numbers, consequences, and remedies are reproduced from the official record. Manufacturers are required to provide the remedy free of charge for safety recalls — contact your nearest dealer with the campaign number to schedule the repair.