2008 Braun Town & Country Equipment Problems

“I am the owner of a 2008 chrysler town and country touring edition minivan, I have been complaining about my brakes and the grinding noises and unusual stopping patterns I have been experiencing since purchasing the vehicle. Recently a chrysler warranty extension was issued to cover replacement of front rotors and pads. My vehicles front rotors and pads were changed and a 50.00 deductible was paid for this service. One month later my vehicle experienced heavy vibrations in the steering wheel and a grinding effect on the break pedal. …”

“We purchased a used 2008 town and country 13000 miles in december 2008. In april 2009 at 16000 miles it needed all four brake pads replaced. Dealer said brakes were not covered with warranty and this was just normal wear and tear. In june 2010 at 32,000 miles when we took it in for an oil change, the technician indicated all four brake pads needed to be replaced. On march 14 2009 we reported the cd player would not eject cd's, but no work was performed. On april 8 2009 we again reported radio/cd player would not eject cds. Dealer replaced the radio. …”

“Was told to wait 1 month for critical safety recall that can cause serious injury or death. From recall letter: chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 chrysler town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles. These vehicles may experience a water leak at the heating and air conditioner HVAC drain grommet which can lead to illumination of airbag warning light and a potential inadvertent airbag deployment. I was told after taking my vehicle in that the part is on back order and I'd have to wait about a month to get this done. …”

“I have a chrysler town and country 2008 minivan. I have had brake and rotor problems beginning after one year. I had front brakes pads replaced and rotors resurfaced at 11,300 miles. I did not trust chrysler to do it. At 20,740 miles, I had to do replace front brakes and rotors again. At 22,000 miles, the car shook like a carnival ride when I applied brakes. Rear rotors were warped and they were replaced along with the caliper slides. On the rear right, the slide pin bolt was damaged. Within four months, at 24,700 miles, the rear brakes were replaced again. At 24,947, the AC hose was ruptured. …”

“The contact owns a 2008 chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated the hose that connected the air conditioner compressor to the fire wall was fractured and causing freon to leak. The contact repaired the hose by using parts from a local mechanic but the repair did not remedy the issue. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer but the contact did not and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 12/12/11 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired three times. Updated 01/03/12”