CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Chrysler Town And Country has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 681 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 9 fires, 30 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (395 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2013 Chrysler Town And Country recalls
Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit
Certain wheelchair restraint systems installed in these vehicles, specifically QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max units made by Rollx, may have retractors that fail to lock.
Most common 2013 Chrysler Town And Country problems
Problem areas named in the 681 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 395 |
| Engine | 108 |
| Unknown Or Other | 61 |
| Seats | 58 |
| Air Bags | 50 |
| Power Train | 42 |
| Service Brakes | 39 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 38 |
| Structure | 26 |
| Steering | 26 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, a carrier truck with a trailer was traveling nearby and debris came from the vehicle. The contact stated that due to the debris, the windshield was damaged and became inoperable, with a chip on the windshield. The contact expressed concern that the damaged windshield was a safety hazard, especially since the windshield had previously been replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 171,226.
When I started my car I heard a âdingâ and saw that my airbag light was on. I called the local dealership to ask about it and they said that in the case of a crash that light usually indicates that there is something wrong with the sensors to the airbags and if I was to get into an accident, they wouldnât deploy; which could cause loss of life if there is failure to deploy. My vehicle also revs and has more get up and go (when Iâm not intentionally accelerating) sometimes when Iâm driving which is abnormal and can cause an accident.
I found the headrest exploded on the driver side when I got in the car in the morning. Apparently, this is common as I found it on the Internet while looking for a solution. Looks like a plastic part inside the headrest broke. AHR system inadvertently activated it seems. Iâm glad I wasnât in the car and it didnât hit my head.
The vehicle will be started and running and shut off. Driving down the road and all of the electrical shuts off, stops running and no gages work. You have to put the vehicle in N and restart. This is extremely dangerous as you never know when it will happen. driving down the interstate at 80mph or driving when you can't just pull over to get started again. Failure in the ignition is what we think. There is an active recall but not for our VIN 2013 Chrysler Town & Country vehicles may stall or shut off while driving due to a known recall regarding a faulty Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module, which can allow the key to move from the "run" to "accessory" or "off" position.
While driving at highway speed, 65mph, the 2013 Town and Country shut down. The dash instruments and all internal lighting shut off, the radio shut off and the blower fan for heat shut off. I lost the ability to steer and brake (power steering went out) but managed to maneuver the vehicle to the right lane. The car would not respond to any acceleration attempt. I tried turning the key while coasting down the highway, the vehicle did not restart. I then put the vehicle into neutral and tried turning the key and it did not restart. I then turned the key to the off position and then tried to restart and it successfully started. My dash instruments illuminated, the radio and heat blower c
2013 Chrysler Town And Country safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chrysler Town And Country VAN FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
2013 Chrysler Town And Country questions
Does the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country: Wheelchair Tie-Downs May Not Lock, Risking Movement in Transit; Electrical System; Air Bags; Electrical System; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?
Based on 681 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (395), Engine (108), Unknown Or Other (61).
How safe is the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Chrysler Town And Country has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.