Chrysler Town and Country recall history
115 recall campaigns and 18968 complaints in official NHTSA data for the Chrysler Town and Country (1967–2018). The most commonly reported problem areas are Electrical system, Air bags, Engine.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Chrysler Town and Country, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1967–2018 with 115 recall campaigns and 18968 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1992 (9), 1993 (8), and 1991 (8).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2008 (2875), 2010 (2419), and 1996 (1411).
- Top recall themes: Seats and restraints, Airbags, and Steering and suspension.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Electrical system, Air bags, Engine.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Seats and restraints
13 campaigns · Years: 1990–1993, 1996–1999, 2002–2003, 2005, 2016These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Airbags
10 campaigns · Years: 1993–2000, 2005–2006, 2008–2010, 2013These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
Steering and suspension
9 campaigns · Years: 1982, 1991–1994, 2001–2004, 2008–2012These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Fuel and emissions
7 campaigns · Years: 1967, 1992, 1996–2000, 2002These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Brakes
6 campaigns · Years: 1974–1975, 1991–1993, 1997, 2008–2009These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Electrical
6 campaigns · Years: 1986, 2001–2002, 2009–2014, 2017–2018These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Equipment and labeling
6 campaigns · Years: 1975, 2008, 2012, 2014–2016These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Visibility and lighting
3 campaigns · Years: 1991–1993, 2005–2006, 2015–2016These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Common Problems in NHTSA Data
Across all model years, the most commonly reported problem areas for the Chrysler Town and Country in NHTSA complaint data are Electrical system, Air bags, Engine.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2017 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Exterior lighting. |
| 2016 | 5 | 651 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Electrical system, Structure. |
| 2015 | 3 | 496 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Seats, Engine. |
| 2014 | 3 | 875 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Seats. |
| 2013 | 3 | 925 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Seats. |
| 2012 | 4 | 861 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2011 | 2 | 1103 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2010 | 5 | 2419 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Air bags. |
| 2009 | 6 | 1081 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Engine. |
| 2008 | 7 | 2875 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Engine. |
| 2007 | 0 | 291 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Electrical system, Engine. |
| 2006 | 2 | 569 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. |
| 2005 | 4 | 1154 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Steering. |
| 2004 | 1 | 219 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, gasoline, Electrical system. |
| 2003 | 2 | 336 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering, Electrical system, Power train. |
| 2002 | 4 | 518 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering, Air bags, Electrical system. |
| 2001 | 2 | 606 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Power train, Air bags. |
| 2000 | 2 | 378 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine and engine cooling, Air bags. |
| 1999 | 4 | 485 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Air bags, Seats. |
| 1998 | 5 | 397 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Electrical system, Air bags. |
| 1997 | 5 | 546 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1996 | 7 | 1411 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Fuel system, gasoline, Power train. |
| 1995 | 1 | 75 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Structure, Air bags. |
| 1994 | 4 | 198 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Structure, Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 1993 | 8 | 273 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic, Power train, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1992 | 9 | 167 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic, Power train, Structure. |
| 1991 | 8 | 33 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic, Power train, Engine and engine cooling. |
| 1990 | 1 | 16 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Structure, Fuel system, gasoline. |
| 1989 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Power train. |
| 1986 | 1 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine and engine cooling, Vehicle speed control. |
| 1984 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system. |
| 1983 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1974 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1967 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Air bags , Seat belts and Fuel system
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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