2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Transverse
Body / Chassis : Unitized steel
Production Years for Series : 2008 -
Price : MSRP: $20,995-29,995
Invoice: $20,810-28,670
Weight : 4510 lbs | 2045.702 kg
MPG City : 17
MPG Highway : 25
V 6
Displacement : 3605 cc | 220.0 cu in. | 3.6 L.
Power : 283 BHP (208.288 KW) @ 6400 RPM
Torque :260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 4400 RPM
Bore : 96.0 mm | 3.78 in.
Stroke : 83.0 mm | 3.268 in.
Compression : 10.2:1
Valvetrain : 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Construction : Aluminum block and head
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection
Redline : 6800 RPM
Transmission:
6 Automatic Overdrive

1st Gear : 4.127
2nd Gear : 2.842
3rd Gear : 2.283
4th Gear : 1.452
5th Gear : 1.0
6th Gear : 0.690
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
2012 Dodge Grand Caravan VAN FWD
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating Risk of Rollover 16.4%

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

NHTSA Campaign ID11V487000
SummaryCHRYSLER 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.
ConsequenceCONNECTING ROD FAILURE MAY LEAD TO ENGINE SEIZURE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
RemedyCHRYSLER 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.
NotesTHIS IS CHRYSLER SAFETY RECALL NUMBER L33.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer

Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Mfr Report Date20100823
NHTSA Campaign ID17V376000
SummaryChrysler (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.
ConsequenceUnexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
RemedyChrysler 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.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturer

Chrysler Group LLC

Mfr Report Date20100825
NHTSA Campaign ID14V234000
SummaryChrysler 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.
ConsequenceAn overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
RemedyChrysler 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.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component

SUSPENSION:REAR

Manufacturer

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Mfr Report Date20111115
NHTSA Campaign ID12V141000
SummaryCHRYSLER 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.
ConsequenceTHIS COULD RESULT IN A DECREASE IN DURABILITY, WHICH MAY LEAD TO WHEEL SEPARATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
RemedyCHRYSLER 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.
NotesCHRYSLER RECALL NUMBER IS M13.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Mfr Report Date20120309
NHTSA Campaign ID12V191000
SummaryCHRYSLER 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.
ConsequenceTHE POWER LIFTGATE DOOR MAY CLOSE ON AN APPENDAGE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
RemedyCHRYSLER 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.
NotesCHRYSLER'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS M17. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION?S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
2012 Averages
Avg. Home : $263,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $3.55
Total Car Production : 10,335,765

For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has a wheelbase size of 121.20 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has a length of 202.80 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has a width of 78.70 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan have?A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has 39.80 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan have?A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has legroom of 40.70 inches.

Q: What is the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan's towing capacity?A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan has a towing capaicty of 3600.00 lbs.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan was a Minivan.

Q: How much did the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan had an MSRP of $20,995 - $$29,995 (USD).

Q: What engine did the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan have? A: The engine powering the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan was a V 6 (3605 cc | 220.0 cu in. | 3.6 L.) with 283 BHP (208.288 KW) @ 6400 RPM and 260 Ft-Lbs (353 NM) @ 4400 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan have? A: The 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan had a 6 speed Automatic Overdrive gearbox.

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