10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
58,380 miles

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problem #70

Jun 122019

Town & Country

  • 120,000 miles
I have got a #2 cyl misfire that has been diagnosed as a bad head and needs to be replaced. After doing a little bit of research I have found that Chrysler did a fix on several other years for this same issue but does not cover the 2014 model per Chrysler. Chrysler has told me that per my VIN I am not covered under the extended coverage and that the problem has been fixed but I have not been able to find out what fix this is. I did not have to search very long on the internet to find other people with the 2014 model motor that have suffered the same failure that I have and also consistent with the previous fix.

- New England, ND, USA

problem #69

Jan 152019

Town & Country

  • 86,226 miles
About January 15, 2019 we noticed a rattling sound coming from the engine compartment on the right or passenger side. The rattling was only noticeable if you were standing next to the van when it was idling. The rattling has gotten worse so we took it into the dealer & found out we need to replace 4 camshafts & 24 rocker arms to fix the problem. The mechanic told me this has been a common problem with this engine. Mostly after 120,000. Miles. Our van only has 94,855 miles. Still under the 100,000 mile warranty but 10 months past the 5 year warranty. The dealer & Chrysler sca told me they won't fix it under warranty. This should be repaired under warranty since we are under the 100,000. Miles. The dealer told me if there were enough complaints that might be enough to start a recall for this issue. There is definitely a manufacturing defect for this to happen. Today's engines should run 500,000. Miles minimum before having to do major work to the engine.

- Pigeon, MI, USA

problem #68

May 282019

Town & Country

  • 107,000 miles
While my wife and children were making a left-hand turn in the far left lane the van completely went dead. They lost all power to the engine, lost all power steering, lost all ability to accelerate, and lost all ability to break. The car traveled across both lanes and luckily into a shopping center turn lane, where they applied the emergency brake to come to a stop. Landscapers saw what happened and were able to push the car into the parking lot. The dashboard stayed lit and the ac fan continued to blow. It's almost as if the battery was still on, but they had no mechanical functions. We had the van taken to tequesta tire co where they did a full inspection. After a full inspection, they determined the problem to be a possible "fluke". after additional research online, this appears to be a wider issue with other T&C owners. Other owners say they have not found the cause of the issue and spend a significant amount of money with no resolution or cause.

- Ponte Vedra, FL, USA

problem #67

Apr 282019

Town & Country

  • 86,599 miles
Driving on interstate vehicle suddenly lost all power, lighting for gauges, radio, odometer, speedometer, etc, slowed to around 20 mph (70 mph zone) engine began smoking. Was able to exit and rolled onto side street. Smoke emanating from under hood. Engine would not restart. Vehicle inspected by mechanic who concluded: Engine blown. Vehicle purchased used only 4 months prior. Oil changed and flush and fill performed by certified mechanic 1 month ago.

- Fort Wayne, IN, USA

problem #66

Apr 142019

Town & Country

  • 71,000 miles
While driving the vehicle dashboard lit up like a christmas tree and the engine completely shut off locking the wheel. After taking it to the dealership they found nothing wrong. About a month later we were driving home from a soccer game and the car came out of gear while driving about 70 mph. The RPM shot up and I was unable to drive over 40 mph. We ended up staying the night and having the car towed to the dealership. They replaced the sensor solenoid pac. 6 months later I was driving home from a soccer tournament and the same exact thing happened again however I had slowed the vehicle down driving through a residential area and went to speed up after re-entering the highway. The RPM's were at 4 to 5 going 30 mph. I pulled over turned off the car and let it sit for 5 minutes. I was able to drive normally after that, then the check engine light came on. I took the vehicle to the dealership and they said there is nothing the could do. Stored codes ECU: ABS dtc: C212A16 description: Stored- system voltage-circuit voltage below threshold; ECU: PCM dtc: P075A description: Lc solenoid circuit ECU: Dmfl/dmfr dtc: B21A1 description: Stored- ECU reset/recovery occurred. I have 71,000 miles on the engine and it's under warranty for 13 months more or 28,000 miles. Please help!

- Ocean View, NJ, USA

problem #65

Jan 212019

Town & Country

  • 94,500 miles
We own a 2014 Town and country with a 3.6L V6 engine, and 94,500 miles. Still within the engine/power train 100,000 miles guarantee. Our car leaks motor oil profusely given cracks in the engine oil cooler. Chrysler's replacement part number is: 68105583af. Documented oil loss problems appeared into multiple models using the 3.6L engine Dodge: - avenger ' Caravan ' durango -challenger. Jeep: - Wrangler and Grand Cherokee, among others. Fiat Chrysler manufactured the oil filter housing out of plastic to save costs. Common sense mandates that nothing attached to the engine should be made from plastic. Their engineering team incurred into poor manufacturing decisions. They should rather use metal for engine's parts exposed to torque, heat and expansion. Given multiple complaints, Fiat Chrysler finally discontinued the original parts numbers 68105588 (the one provided with our unit). Fair is to say that the new replacements are still made from plastic. These defective parts originated oil leaks and engine overheating. Involving substantial risks of engine failure, expensive repairs and fire hazards. Chrysler knew they had a problem but decided not to recall defective units and rather dealing with customers on a case-by-case basis. Chrysler's dealers want to charge $150 for inspection, and $780 for parts and labor for replacement. We called corporate customer service on 1/21/2019, but Fiat Chrysler refused to aid arguing that the 5-year guarantee period had expired. They also refused any guarantee period extension. It is unfair that the public must bear replacement cost for poorly manufactured parts. Chrysler should assume full ownership for mistakes and recall defective units, or extend the protection guarantee period for defective parts.

- Hollywood, FL, USA

problem #64

Mar 272019

Town & Country

  • 84,000 miles
Exactly one year ago my van (72,000 miles) started misfiring / idling rough (code: P0301), I changed the coil and spark plug in cylinder 1. this did not correct the problem. A short time after the engine started making a loud ticking noise. I still had miles left on my warranty so took it for service. The dealer replaced both cam shafts, 12 rocker arms and 12 tappet-valve lash on the back side. This repaired the issue until a couple months later - the oil filter housing started leaking. Repaired that, another huge issue. Now as of yesterday, the van is showing (code: P0304) misfiring and idling rough. I now fear the same issue is brewing on the front side (cylinders 2,4,6).

- Mobile, AL, USA

problem #63

Jan 082019

Town & Country

  • 100,000 miles
The oil filter housing is plastic and appears to be a weak part and known issue. Mine broke which leaked oil all over my engine. I don't know when it broke but a found oil in the driveway.

- Des Moines, IA, USA

problem #62

Sep 252018

Town & Country

  • 80,000 miles
Oil filter adapter housing failure, leaks oil all over the motor and exhaust

- Clinton, ME, USA

problem #61

Feb 082019

Town & Country

  • 80,000 miles
Leak in the transmission leak in the oil filter adapter housing this adapter housing issue is happening to everyone I know or have read about that has this engine in their Chrysler product. Some have drips, and others have oil everywhere

- Melville, NY, USA

problem #60

Jan 142019

Town & Country

  • 114,000 miles
Oil cooler or oil filter housing has failed either in manufacture or seals causing oil leak to puddle on top of engine, possible fire hazard

- Carrollton, GA, USA

problem #59

Nov 282018

Town & Country

  • 75,000 miles
When the vehicle is running and put into park or has been in park idling, the electrical system (and engine) intermittently (once a month) shuts down and the vehicle needs to be re-started. The climate control fan level resets to full blast, temperature setting resets, and the clock resets to 12:00. So far this hasn't happened with the vehicle in drive.

- Bloomington, IN, USA

problem #58

Nov 212018

Town & Country

  • 52,963 miles
Faulty oil filter adapter. This part is made out of plastic and cannot take the stress of being removed and put back together it must be unscrewed ever time oil change is done. Part splits the housing causing a major oil leak that could cause a fire or accident oil is being spilled on exhaust if motor runs out of oil it will no longer run and vehicle would stop in middle of road. There are several tsb bulletins out on this issue still Chrysler has not made good on it. In my opinion this part should be recalled its a major flaw that needs to be looked into.part# 68105583af is the part in question.

- Bossier City, LA, USA

problem #57

Nov 142018

Town & Country

  • 88,000 miles
Oil filter housing is cracked and leaking oil.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #56

Aug 162016

Town & Country

  • miles
Material selection of gas tank fitting and hard lines related to emissions and fuel delivery have attracted rodents to chew on the tanks and hardlines. The result is that the vehicle no longer meets emissions requirements without costly repairs. Spoke to 2 local dealers who indicated they see this issue 2-3 times a month each. Damage appears to manifest itself as soon as 8/16/2016 as that was the first instance we had a very small evaporative leak code in the computer and took it in for repair. Manufacture should have taken steps to prevent the parts from being "tasty". anything from changing the composition of the material to adding protective tape is better than throwing up their hands and saying it is the rodents fault.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

problem #55

Nov 012018

Town & Country

  • miles
My wife was turning off a main road on to the interstate. The vehicle lost power. The engine turned off, electrical power turned off and I lost power steering and breaks. I was able to immediately restart the vehicle after turning the ignition off and back on.

- Tipp City, OH, USA

problem #54

Jun 072018

Town & Country

  • miles
My wife was turning off a main road into a parking lot. The vehicle lost power. The engine turned off, electrical power turned off and I lost power steering and breaks. I was able to immediately restart the vehicle after turning the ignition off and back on.

- Tipp City, OH, USA

problem #53

Apr 192018

Town & Country

  • miles
I was driving approximately 38 mph. I was feathering the throttle as I was approaching a turning vehicle. The vehicle lost power while driving. The engine turned off, electrical power turned off and I lost power steering and breaks. I was able to immediately restart the vehicle after turning the ignition off and back on.

- Tipp City, OH, USA

problem #52

Jun 202018

Town & Country

  • 85,000 miles
The vehicle randomly shuts off while driving at various speeds causing loss of brakes, steering and electrical.

- Jefferson, OH, USA

problem #51

Aug 132018

Town & Country

  • 62,460 miles
While driving vehicle it shut off and lost power steering and power brakes. Once to a complete stop, turned vehicle off and turned back on. Resumed normal driving function.

- Gainesville, VA, USA

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