2013 Chrysler Town and country problems
The Chrysler Town & Country is a minivan that was manufactured and marketed by Chrysler from 1990 to the 2016 model years. The third Chrysler minivan introduced in North America, the Town & Country adopted its nameplate from the flagship Chrysler station wagon line, adopting its exterior woodgrain trim as a design feature for several generations.
Marketed as the flagship of the Chrysler minivan line, five generations of the Town & Country were slotted above the extended-wheelbase Dodge Grand Caravan and Plymouth Grand Voyager. For 2017, Chrysler retired the nameplate, with sixth-generation Chrysler-division minivans becoming the Chrysler Pacifica. After the 2016 model year, Chrysler marked the sale of its 12 millionth minivan (under all three nameplates). Produced almost continuously for 75 years (with the exception of World War II and 1989), the Town & Country nameplate is the longest-produced Chrysler; its longevity is second only to the Chevrolet Suburban in worldwide automotive history.
Chrysler assembled the first three generations of the model line in its Saint Louis Assembly facility (Fenton, Missouri). The fourth and fifth-generation Town & Country were produced by Chrysler Canada by Windsor Assembly (Windsor, Ontario).
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Common 2013 Chrysler Town and country problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country, several common problems have been identified:
- Computer Failures with TIPM: One of the most common issues reported is computer failures, particularly with the totally integrated power module (TIPM). These failures typically occur around 100,000 miles and can cost around $1,500 to replace. While less common than in older models, TIPM failures are a significant concern for owners.
- Excessive Wind Noise: Owners have frequently reported excessive wind noise, especially within the first 20,000 miles of driving. This issue is often attributed to a gasket failure on one of the sliding doors. Chrysler has addressed many cases under warranty, but out-of-warranty repairs can cost around $300.
- Broken Power Windows: Another prevalent problem is broken power windows, which tend to occur around 60,000 miles. The culprit is often a faulty window regulator that requires replacement. Repairing the regulator can be time-consuming and cost approximately $600.
- Transmission Issues: Transmission problems, including rebuilds or replacements, torque converter issues, and premature clutch replacements, have been a significant concern for owners. Symptoms such as harsh shifting or shuddering while driving have been reported, necessitating attention from a local dealer. Regular transmission servicing, including fluid and filter replacements every 120,000 miles, is recommended to prevent further damage.
These issues highlight some of the key challenges faced by owners of the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country, ranging from electrical system failures to mechanical components like the transmission and power windows. Addressing these problems promptly and proactively can help maintain the vehicle's performance and longevity.
What problems does a 2013 Town and Country van have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Transmission Major. Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- Body Hardware. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- Paint And Trim. ...
- Fuel System/Emissions. ...
- Climate System.
Is a 2013 Town and Country a good vehicle?
Edmunds says
The 2013 Chrysler Town & Country offers a strong engine, confident handling and a well-trimmed cabin, but still trails the minivan competition in overall refinement.
What is the most common problem with Chrysler Town and Country?
Electrical problems are the most reported problem that arises with the Chrysler Town and Country.
How many miles can a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country last?
A well-maintained 2013 Chrysler Town & Country should last around 200,000 miles, which is about 100,000 miles less than the top-rated Toyota Sienna. Regular annual maintenance costs are similar to other minivans, according to data from Repair Pal, at $664 per year.
What problems does a 2013 Town and Country van have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Transmission Major. Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- Body Hardware. ...
- Electrical Accessories. ...
- Paint And Trim. ...
- Fuel System/Emissions. ...
- Climate System.
Is a 2013 Town and Country a good vehicle?
Edmunds says
The 2013 Chrysler Town & Country offers a strong engine, confident handling and a well-trimmed cabin, but still trails the minivan competition in overall refinement.
What is the most common problem with Chrysler Town and Country?
Electrical problems are the most reported problem that arises with the Chrysler Town and Country.
How long will a 2013 Town and Country last?
The 2013 Chrysler Town & Country lasts around 200,000 miles with only some average computer & cabin noise issues. At $11,675 to $13,963 it's a great value if you're in the market for a luxurious minivan.
2013 Chrysler Town and country car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Town and country problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Seats problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Chrysler Town and country vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Chrysler Town and country
The NHTSA has received 663 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Chrysler Town and country. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Chrysler Town and country vehicles.
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-10
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG4DR
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. Additionally, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving uphill on a very narrow street. The contact was able to shift the vehicle into park, while using both feet to depress the brake pedal. The vehicle was stopped, and the contact turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that her four-year-old granddaughter was a passenger in the vehicle and the situation was very scary. The contact waited for several minutes, before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times and the vehicle had been taken to an independent mechanic several times; however, the failure was not duplicated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG6DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the "Accessory On" light illuminated, and the starter made an abnormal grinding sound. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to start the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred several times per week and several times during the same day. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 144,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-12
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG1DR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: * My Van loses unexpected power while driving. With this happening, I am afraid to drive on the highway due to the risk of causing an accident if it loses power. Local street driving, I am afraid that someone will rear end me if it loses power. Once it lose power making a right turn onto another street. Fortunately, there were no other cars coming toward me. I was able to re-start the Van and drove on. The Van is a hazard for myself and others. * Do not know exactly what component or system failed or malfunctioned. * Have had 2 diagnostics done. One at the Dealer and one at an independent car repair shop. Neither one found anything. *Occasionally, the Lighting Bolt symbol will show. *Alternator has been replaced. TPMS sensor changed out. TIPM sensor changed out.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-29
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG5DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the WIN Module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 120,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-30
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG4DR
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness underneath the seat had fractured, which could cause the air bags not to deploy during a crash. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-05
- VIN: 2C4RC1GG7DR
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: I was enjoying holiday driving with family in my 2013 Chrysler Town & Country Limited when suddenly a very loud pop was heard, with a forceful strike to the back of my head being felt. Alarmed & dazed for a moment, it was observed that my driver’s side active headrest had just exploded forward striking me on the back of my head. Once off the highway and stopped, I discovered that the active headrest had actually come apart. From the damage inside the exposed headrest, this catastrophic failure seemed to be mechanical in nature with root cause thought to be STRESS FATIGUE for the plastic casement. In other words, this active headrest did not just randomly “go off” from an errant SRS command or an electronically manipulated trigger short. I observed the headrest’s metal latch pin to still be in the locked or reset position. Instead, the plastic assembly holding two (2) heavy coil springs ruptured unprovoked. When this happened, the front part of the headrest assembly rapidly propelled forward. Though the 2010-2016 Chrysler Town & Country active headrests are an integral part of the air bag or Supplemental Restraint System, THIS particular failure was NOT due to a SRS Control nor electrical malfunction. Rather, the plastic retainer struts surrounding the metal latch pin failed. Being that my head and neck were static in position with a small amount of clearance from the front face of the headrest, the propulsion of the headrest forward caused quite a sharp smack to the back of my head. This led to some residual neck strain for the balance of the day. I have not experienced any repercussions since that day of the incident, but I do believe this to be a SAFETY ISSUE for others who may be more age OR physically compromised. I’ve found through MOPAR tech forum and dealership research that the 2010 - 2016 active headrest FAILURE is NOT rare, but more and more COMMON to the Chrysler make. Please advise. Thank you so much.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-05
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG6DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Today, we experienced, for the FOURTH time, a complete stall while driving. Accelerator would not work at all. Van died while driving approx 25 mph. We just had the entire fuel pump & fuel pump relay completely replaced. We have replaced both of these twice now, in less than 3 years. Same problem keeps happening. Mechanic agrees, that the core problem lies within a failure of the TIPM system. It's an electrical problem causing the fuel pump to fail while driving. This is extremely dangerous. It happened to us previously, while we were on the interstate driving approx 65 mph, and it almost caused us to crash the vehicle. Another problem to also note, is this same problem has caused the A/C unit to stop working. Blows out hot air, but will not produce cold air. A/C was completely replaced. Still not working. Mechanic says yet again, it's a failure of electrical sources due to the TIPM module. This should be an immediate recall from Chrysler, for 2013 Town N Country Minivan. Over 200 logged complaints of the exact same problem. They manufactured a broken TIPM module in these make & model vehicles. Now, my husband is stranded 200 miles from home, on the side of the road, and it's 98 degrees out. This is 4th time, weve experienced a total power failure. So it doesn't matter if you replace the fuel pump, it will still DIE. We are having this POS towed to our local mechanic, AGAIN. Its available for inspection. Problems have been confirmed by an independent servicer. Check engine remains on. Someone is going to die, if Chrysler doesn't issue an recall for this ongoing problem. The interior power is still on,and engine will turn over, will not start.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-20
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG0DR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: UNKNOWN. Inexplicably, the driver's headrest had deployed (see photos). I noticed it while opening the vehicle's driver door in a parking lot. The vehicle was not parked near any other vehicle. I brought the minivan to the closest Chrysler dealer. For more history please see text that immediately follows from my original 3/2024 communication to you. Original 3/24 Request #1488564 Case/Reference [XXX] The case concerns a driver’s headrest that deployed in 2022. On [XXX], 2022 I brought my 2013 Chrysler Town & Country mini-van to Schumacher Chrysler of Delray Beach, FL. After 2 days (on [XXX]) the service advisor informed me that their parts department didn’t have a matching headrest in stock and they would have to order one. At that time the vehicle had 68,530 miles. I followed up monthly, then bi-monthly, then quarterly until October 2023. At that point (XXX) I called your office where it was assigned case [XXX]. Your office told me to call Stellantis, which I did the next day. It became their case [XXX]. They told me that they’d contact the dealer, Schumacher, and I’d hear from the dealer “soon." I never did and I finally called Stellantis on [XXX] as followup; 4 1/2 months is a long time for “soon." Stellantis claimed they tried calling me in December 3 times. I never received any such calls or phone messages (and in checking caller id on my phone — which I basically never erase — had no record of any phone calls from either Stellantis or Schumacher. You’d think someone would have the courtesy to leave a message.) Stellantis told me yesterday that I needed to start-over; make the 25 mile round-trip drive to Schumacher (the closest Chrysler dealership) to “diagnose” the problem. What is there to “diagnose” on a deployed headrest that they, Schumacher, already saw and diagnosed? I am requesting that you, NHTSA, take this matter “under your wing." INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-03
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG7DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The passenger side rear sliding door will not lock and it periodically opens on its own. There is no warning or reason for this occurrence. It has happened multiple times and seems to be happening more often as time goes on. The vehicle has not been professionally inspected.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG7DR
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the rear driver's side sliding door failed to open as needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V235000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-15
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG5DR
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The passenger side headrest popped open without any impact. It has been inspected by a mechanic who stated that this was not normal for this to happen. The headrest contains an airbag.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-09
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG8DR
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: The WIN module in the listed vehicle has failed and is being replaced. This is the same type of WIN module that was contained in a recall for 2008-2010 models and should be updated to include the models beyond 2010. The problem has been random for a couple of years, but recently we have had constant issues with the vehicle shutting off while driving, leaving no power for steering or braking. The entire vehicle shuts off randomly, including WHILE DRIVING and is dangerous for anyone who owns this model vehicle. I am surprised and disappointed that newer models (same base design) are experiencing the same issue and nothing has been done. The following websites address the issue with model years similar to mine. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] Included with this complaint is the repair estimate for my vehicle ($2057.38 for the replacement WIN module and programming). I have also included the NHTSA recall specific to this problem on 2009-2010 models, which have the same components as mine. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-04
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG0DR
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: On multiple occasions, and without warning, the car died while driving creating extremely dangerous and stressful situations. Additionally, the defective fuel pump relay caused the fuel pump to run even when the car was not running. This then caused damage to the fuel pump and required replacing both the relay and pump itself. As the Fuel Pump relay is a single unit soldered together, it could not be independently tested during normal checks. A recall was issues and executed for the same issue on Jeep and Durango models. I also see that this was brought up previously for this T&C model but was determined not to warrant a recall. A known, dangerous, costly, and preventable issue that was corrected elsewhere but not in this model. How is that possible? I've noted approximately the first time I recall the car shutting itself off while driving (this was not the only or last time it happened - nor is it the date of service when we had to pay to have the car repaired).
SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-15
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG3DR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled, and failed to respond as intended upon depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart for approximately 45 minutes. The contact pulled to the side of the road. The contact stated that on one occasion, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic however, the failure could not be duplicated. No further information was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-22
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG7DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The car would turn off as I am driving on the high way. I would have to wait about forty five minutes to restart the car. As I did my research to why this was happing I came across information that this was caused by a malfunction with in the TIMP.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-21
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG3DR
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Started the vehicle and traveled maybe about 50 feet. Noticed loss of power steering. This was due to the engine stalling out. The vehicle would not start and there was a strong odor of fuel fumes in the vehicle cabin. Exited the vehicle and observed a large puddle of oil running downhill from the vehicle. The puddle also smelled of gasoline. I had the vehicle towed to a repair shop. The issue was determined to be a cracked oil filter housing assembly and the clip on the fuel return line had failed causing fuel to be sprayed onto the engine. The repair cost will be just over $800. It is fortunate that the engine was still cold and that the loss of oil caused the engine to shut off. If the engine had been hot enough to ignite the fuel, this could have had tragic results with a potential loss of my family's life. The oil filter housing assembly is a known issue with the Pentastar V6 3.6L engine. Chrysler so far has failed to take responsibility for this issue. I recently had to have repairs due to a faulty fuel pump relay. There appears to be related Chrysler TIPM recalls on almost every other model but the 2013 Town and Country. This issue appears to cause the vehicle to not start or allow the fuel pump to remain running after the vehicle is shut down. My Town and Country would not start and it produced strong fuel fumes. As noted, there are multiple safety issues noted with this model of vehicle that remain unresolved. It is a 2013 model but the issues are ones that have existed since the production of the vehicle and Chrysler has yet to assume responsibility. I will add a copy of the repair invoice shortly.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG8DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was flashing. Additionally, the Auto Start feature was inoperable. The contact also stated that the heater was activated independently. While driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the hood latch had been seized, and the electrical system was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the dealer declined to service the vehicle and referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-12
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG7DR
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: We have had to replace 2 faulty flywheels (a.k.a. flexplates) in our Chrysler Town & Country. The mechanics report that the composite materials used in creating these flywheel/flexplate parts were "less structurally sound than they should have been; therefore causing premature breakdown/failure in otherwise acceptable conditions."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-01
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG2DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: While driving the car stalls at speed and all electrical components stop functioning. This causes failure to the power steering, power brakes and all components that permit driving the vehicle. Has happened numerous times with no codes shown on the dash. Fuel was adequate and no apparent defects. Taken to mechanic and there are no codes to check and commonly the engine will start up after a while and appear to have no problems. This is very dangerous as the car can stall at any speed.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG3DR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Driver side front seat active head restraint deployed while vehicle unoccupied. Plastic holding metal pin or rod broken.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-11
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, he slightly touched the ignition key, and the vehicle shut off inadvertently. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving on a bumpy road surface. The contact was able to pull to the side of the roadway and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring increasingly while driving and caused the headlights to turn off and the vehicle to lose power steering functionality. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN and the year vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) . The failure mileage was approximately 115,000. The VIN was unavailable.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-02
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG5DR
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle shuts down while driving and shuts down when key fob is bumped or touched while driving. Very dangerous and have come very close to collision often. This ignition switch on our 2013 Chrysler Town and Country van should be recalled due to safety issues.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-10
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG0DR
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: As I was driving down a local highway my rear liftgate spoiler broke off my van, hit the road and flew into a field or ditch. Luckily no one was close enough behind me to get hit by the debris. I tried to find the spoiler but was unable to safely find it due to the busy highway. I have not filed a claim with my insurance yet or taken it into a dealer service dept. Just before the spoiler flew off I heard some banging on my rear window but was unable to safely stop to investigate.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-29
- VIN: 2C4RC1CG9DR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Headrest deployed with no occupancy or impact. Vehicle was parked in the garage when this occurred.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-30
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 2C4RC1BG9DR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: I was driving and all of a sudden I heard a loud pop and the driver side head rest deployed on its own. There was no accident, I was just was driving. The headrest struck the back of my head resulting in me having a sore neck.
2013 Chrysler Town and country recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2013 Chrysler Town and country.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.
- Consequence: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured June 11, 2013, through June 12, 2013. The occupant restraint control module (ORC) has incorrect software installed which may adversely affect air bag deployments in collisions. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and No. 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N48.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013. A software error may result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.
Negative 2013 Chrysler Town and country car reviews
Positive 2013 Chrysler Town and country car reviews
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I love mine and even though it has 208,000 miles on it, it runs like a top. The AC is cold, and the ride and handling are great. It also has enough room for 7 people or an entire Horn Band Sound System. Amazingly the transmission continues to perform well.
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I've been driving a minivan for about 20 years, and I must say that the Chrysler Town and Country is my absolute favorite when it comes to convenience and luxury.
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I'm glad to hear that you're generally satisfied with your 2013 Chrysler Town and Country, although you mentioned that the acceleration speed could be improved. It sounds like you made a practical choice in trading in your Jeep Cherokee for a vehicle that better accommodates your growing family. While the acceleration may not be as powerful as your Jeep, it's important to keep in mind that the Town and Country is a different type of vehicle. Thank you for sharing your experience and feedback, and I hope you continue to enjoy your Town and Country. I'm giving you 4 stars, as unfortunately there is no 4.5 star option.
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I bought a used 2013 TC with a little over 30k on it and had it for 6 years, putting over 140k on the van. As a parent of 4 kids, we went on many trips and the van was a reliable companion. Here are the good, bad and ugly with this van. On the positive side, it has great premium options compared to Honda/Toyota for the price and a lot of space for long road trips, including stow and go space if not using. It never once left us on the side of the road or broke down while driving, and had decent gas mileage on the highway. Maintenance costs were low over the life of the vehicle until the last stretch. It was also very easy to work on if you are mechanically inclined. On the downside, we had to replace the struts and shocks twice due to a rough ride (once under warranty) and it never seemed to ride better, even though they state it is a luxurious ride. We also had to replace the alternator around 120k, the thermostat at 130k, and broke a coolant line at 140k. At 145k, it started to get the Chrysler Tick (goggle search) bad rocker arm on left cylinder head. The A/C wasn't working correctly around 155K, charged and would blow cold in front but hot in rear. The ugly part was the rocker arm issues, which was the left cylinder head going out and was starting to have misfire and running rough issues. We replaced all parts and new plugs, cleaned throttle body and it still didn't run like it used to. We decided to trade it in due to these issues, or we would have still owned it. Overall, it was a decent car that didn't cost too much until later in its life span, but to me, they don't make them like they used to. I have seen and heard others that have had this issue before ours did, so we consider ourselves decently lucky.
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2013 Chrysler Town & Country Problems and Complaints - 14 Issues
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Are you having problems with your 2013 Chrysler Town and country?
Julius Ledner 2024-11-22
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my thoughts on the 2013 Town & Country mini van. In my experience, I found that it didn't quite meet my expectations in terms of value, mechanics, and fuel efficiency. I purchased it in November 2014 when it was only a year and a half old, and I've also owned a 2006 Honda Odyssey for the past 8 years. In comparison, the Town & Country falls short in many ways. While I've come across some positive reviews, I personally didn't have the same experience. Thank you for taking the time to read my thoughts!
Lemuel Kreiger 2024-06-15
This van makes a lot of road noise. It's like driving with the window open when you go over fifty.
Marlon Ebert 2024-06-08
Repairs have been quite expensive, even for minor problems.
Melvina Hyatt 2024-04-17
I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with a Chrysler Mini Van. I had a 2007 model that ran smoothly with very few issues. When my son needed a car, we decided to upgrade to a 2013 Chrysler T/C with 50K miles. Unfortunately, we've had a few bumps in the road with this one. The van is lighter, so it bounces a bit more over bumps and has a slightly different ride up front. We had some trouble with the transmission lines leaking and had to replace them at 70K miles. Additionally, the 6-speed transmission is a bit sensitive and tends to shift up with even the lightest touch on the gas. However, we've been able to manage it by shifting down and holding it in that gear. We did have a few other minor issues, such as a dead battery and a malfunctioning key fob, but the biggest problem was with the computer board. It caused all of the electronic devices in the car, as well as the wipers and AC, to turn on and off repeatedly until we were able to get it to the dealer. The repair cost $700, but we were glad to have it fixed. While this may be our last Chrysler Mini Van, we're still grateful for the good times we had with our previous models.
Dorthy Schamberger 2024-03-22
I wanted to support American workers by buying a brand new 2013 T&C instead of a Japanese car. However, I regretted my decision as the vehicle turned out to be a lemon. The transmission was worse than any car I've ever driven, and the low tire pressure light wouldn't turn off even though there was nothing wrong. The dashboard also developed a rattle. The dealer wanted to charge a hefty diagnostic fee to fix it. During a drive with my children to a dance recital, the van went into low power mode, which was dangerous as we were on a busy road. Luckily, we were able to pull over and call for a tow truck. After the dealer finally took a look at it, Chrysler agreed to replace the transmission controller, which seemed to fix the problems. However, I was thoroughly fed up with it by this time and sold it to a dealer for $16,500. I then bought a slightly used Japanese minivan from one of the leading manufacturers. It's worth noting that the T&C didn't sell for anywhere near Kelly blue book value.