CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Chrysler Town And Country has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 527 complaints with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 1 fire, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (188 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2016 Chrysler Town And Country recalls
Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge
Some in-vehicle Kidde fire extinguishers, sold with certain Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM vehicles, may become clogged.
Transmission Pump May Seize, Causing Loss of Power
The automatic transmission pump in these vehicles may seize, which can cause a loss of hydraulic pressure in the transmission.
Third-Row Seatback May Loosen and Separate from Seat Frame
Some 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country minivans built between March 16 and March 17, 2016 have third-row seatback nuts that were incorrectly torqued during assembly.
Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Some minivans built between August 2014 and December 2015 may have had their windshield installed with expired urethane primer.
Hood Can Open While Driving, Blocking View
Certain vehicles built between August 19 and August 27, 2015 may have hood striker bolts that loosen over time.
Most common 2016 Chrysler Town And Country problems
Problem areas named in the 527 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 188 |
| Unknown Or Other | 110 |
| Electrical System | 107 |
| Structure | 76 |
| Engine | 69 |
| Seats | 23 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 16 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
| Steering | 12 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger's and driver's sliding doors failed to unlatch as intended. Additionally, the passenger's and driver's sliding door windows failed to roll up and down as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an electrical failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,700.
The front drivers headrest spontaneously opened up. It was a quick and loud pop. I was not in the seat when it happened but I was getting ready to sit down. If i was sitting down it would have hit the back of my head very hard and could have hurt me. No warning lamps were on at the time and it has not been inspected but I have pictures
While driving my 2016 Chrysler Town & Country around 45mph in active traffic, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic, and complete loss of motor power. The engine remained running, but the transmission completely lost all hydraulic pressure, leaving me unable to accelerate and leaving me completely stranded in a highly dangerous situation. I am a mother of four children who were inside the vehicle, and this sudden stalling created an imminent crash hazard and an extreme risk to my family's safety.The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership, Lithia Chrysler in [XXX], for a formal diagnostic check under Chrysler Corporate Case #XXX. The dealership's certified master technician pull
Was just informed my transmission pump needs to be replaced after hearing an odd humming noise when acceleration occurred. I looked online and saw this was a recall for similar vehicles. Mine did not come up, but it mirrors the same issues that were part of the recall.
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. While the contactâs spouse was driving, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission pump failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V461000 (Power Train); to the dealer, however the VIN was not included in the recall. The technician from the dealer stated that the failure was associated with the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure was confirmed by the dealer.
2016 Chrysler Town And Country safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Chrysler Town And Country VAN FWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
2016 Chrysler Town And Country questions
Does the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country: Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge; Transmission Pump May Seize, Causing Loss of Power; Third-Row Seatback May Loosen and Separate from Seat Frame; Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk; Hood Can Open While Driving, Blocking View. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?
Based on 527 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (188), Unknown Or Other (110), Electrical System (107).
How safe is the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2016 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 2016 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.