DODGE CARAVAN (2017) recall — Exterior Lighting
Chrysler recalls 2017 Dodge Caravan vehicles with faulty brake switches that may keep brake lights on or allow shifting out of park without braking. Owners should contact Chrysler for free replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Carvan vehicles due to brake switches that can keep brake lights on or let the vehicle shift out of park without pressing the brake. This could increase crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225715-dodge-caravan-2017-brake-lights-stay-on-or-shift-out.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225715-dodge-caravan-2017-brake-lights-stay-on-or-shift-out · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V098000
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“Dodge Caravan 2017: Brake Lights Stay On or Shift Out of Park Without Braking.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225715-dodge-caravan-2017-brake-lights-stay-on-or-shift-out. Based on NHTSA recall #18V098000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V098000).
Why it’s dangerous
The brake switches may malfunction, causing brake lights to stay on even when the brake pedal isn't pressed. This can also allow the vehicle to shift out of park without the brake pedal being pushed, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Dodge Caravan vehicles are affected. Drivers who shift the vehicle out of park without braking or have brake lights staying on are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017 Dodge Caravan vehicles. The recall applies to vehicles with faulty brake switches that may keep brake lights on or allow shifting out of park without braking.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Chrysler
Call Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free brake switch replacement.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to shift out of park without the brake pedal being pressed.
How can I tell if my vehicle is affected?
Check if your 2017 Dodge Caravan has brake switches that may keep brake lights on or allow shifting out of park without pressing the brake pedal.
What should I do if I have this vehicle?
Contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule a free brake switch replacement.
Contact Chrysler
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V098000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 18V098000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V098000 (August 2, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.