1992 Chrysler Town And Country Problems
- Complaints
- 135filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 119,969miles, 19 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 8campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.3L 6-cyl FWD · 16 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owner complaints on this model year are dominated by the Bendix anti-lock braking system: owners describe a hard pedal, an illuminated ABS light and stopping distances that lengthen, often intermittently and sometimes shortly after the ABS was serviced under a recall. Transmission shifting problems and liftgate/hatch support failures are the next most common themes. Many reports come in at high mileage, though some owners cite failures at well under 60,000 miles.
- Brakes
ABS light on, hard brake pedal, long stopping distance
- 56 complaints (41%)
- median 111,500 mi at 16.5 yrs old (16 state mileage)
- 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2022
Owners describe the ABS warning light coming on, sometimes staying on, and the brake pedal becoming very hard or going to the floor. In the same conditions the van takes much more pedal effort and can travel further than expected before stopping. Several owners say the ABS pump motor and accumulator were replaced, sometimes more than once, and that dealer or independent shops could not reproduce the complaint or find the cause. Some reports link the symptom to the anti-lock hydraulic unit and say replacement parts were no longer available. Reported from low mileage (as few as 20,000 miles) up to roughly 230,000 miles, with clusters of reports around 100,000-150,000 miles.
What to check: Ask whether the ABS hydraulic unit and pump motor were serviced under recall 96V099000, and whether the work was done with the current part. On a test drive, check that the ABS light goes out after start-up and that the pedal feels firm without needing unusual effort.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Continuing ABS failure, I have had the ABS repaired several times under warranty, but the ABS system keeps failing. Now music city dodge is telling me there is contamination in the system and every thing in the brake system needs to be replaced to the tune of $3000.00. I can't see how this is correct considering they are the only ones who have worked on the brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #10138235, filed 2005-09, 107,667 miles“My vehicle brake light came on along with the anti lock light. I could hear a hum noise under the hood at the braking unit. Brake pedal got very hard and had to use both feet along with putting the vehicle into neutral to slow down and stop! Braking ABS system was replaced because of same failure 07/2009. Now being told no dealer has the equipment to test that system and Chrysler corp told me there is no warranty on those parts! …”
NHTSA complaint #10678394, filed 2015-01, 216,000 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Transmission harsh shifting and lost gears
- 11 complaints (8%)
- typically at 6.9 yrs old
- filed 1995–2002
Owners describe hard upshifts and downshifts, a jerk or clunk when slowing into first gear, and a rattle-like noise on downshift. Some report the van dropping into second gear and not shifting out until the engine is shut off and restarted. Several owners say the transmission or torque converter was rebuilt or replaced more than once, and one complaint states the dealer said the computer on this year was not designed the same as later models and kept burning out sensors. Reports span the life of the van, with several owners describing repeat transmission work within the first few years of ownership.
What to check: Drive the van through several full stops and starts and feel for jerking on downshift or delayed engagement; ask for service records showing whether the transmission or torque converter was rebuilt and whether the control module was updated.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I purchased this vehicle in february 1996. It was only a few months after I purchased the vehicle, that I noticed very hard up and down shifts, a jerking motion when shifting down from second gear to first gear, and a ratcheting sound when down shifting from second to first gear, within the transmission. In june 1998, an authorized Chrysler dealership deemed the second gear within the transmission was gone, so I had them replace the transmission with a remanufactured Chrysler transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #708184, filed 1999-07“When the vehicle is slowed down and stopped , it downshifts very hard and goes into second gear and won't shift out of gear,. The vehicle has to be turned off and the computer has to reset itself. When the vehicle is turned back on it is fine. When it is stopped again, the problem repeats itself. Dealer states that the computer is not designed properly, the computer was redesigned in the later models, but not this one. The transmission was redone and the sensors kept burning out.”
NHTSA complaint #824207, filed 1998-06
Buying note. Because so many reports center on the anti-lock brake system and parts availability is limited for this age, confirm in writing what ABS work has been done before purchase and budget for diagnosis. A thorough test drive through stops and turns, plus a look at transmission service records and the liftgate struts, will tell you most of what matters on a van this old.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 135 consumer complaints for the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country. 19 of the complaints include a mileage, and 5% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 119,969 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 3 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 10 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes72 53%
- Body and structure10 7.4%
- Electrical system8 5.9%
- Seat belts7 5.2%
- Steering7 5.2%
- Engine cooling6 4.4%
- Exterior lighting4 3.0%
- Fuel system4 3.0%
Also reported: Equipment (3), Seats (3), Vehicle speed control (3), Suspension (2), Air bags (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Other or unknown (1), Tires (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “I own a 1992 Chrysler with anti-lock brakes covered by NHTSA campaign id 96v099000. It has 93,000 miles & Chrysler has refused to pay for covered repairs under the above listed campaign. The vehicle has been out of service numerous times for brake problems & they have refused to cover the last repair for approx $500. According to your odi listing, all ABS components are covered to 100,000 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10184733, filed 2007-03, 92,288 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Chrysler authorized dealership replaced the transmission with a new one in 1998, due to the failure of 2nd gear. In 1999, a total failure of the transmission occurred with only 21,000 recorded miles after replacement. Breakdown occurred while on an interstate highway. Replaced again with another remanufactured transmission supplied by a Chrysler authorized dealership. Upshift/downshifts continue to be harsh and jerk at times, even with the latest transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #737181, filed 2000-12Body and structure: “Recall campaign 97v079000 concerning liftgate support bracket. Owner took vehicle to the dealer for recall repairs, and had the work done. However, the defect had not been repaired properly. Vehicle was back to the dealer on three occasions . They installed the screws to hold it on, and the screws kept falling out.”
NHTSA complaint #10109626, filed 2005-02, 165,000 milesElectrical system: “While driving in heavy traffic, started to smell smoke. A/c went out. Smoke started to enter cabin area. Pulled over and the electrical harness was on fire. I was able to extinquish the fire. It seems the wire for the hood light, attached to the hood hinge, may have been caught between the frame and the hood, cutting into the insulation and shorting the wire to the frame. It is believed to have caused an overload to the wiring harness, which started on fire.”
NHTSA complaint #725717, filed 2000-07Mileage when problems were reported
5% of the 19 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 100,000 and 165,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town & Country · sedan | not rated | 4 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 Chrysler Town And Country version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town and Country 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Town and Country 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 99V189000Jul 16, 1999Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › LinkagesCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
- 97V148000Sep 9, 1997Seat belts › Front › Buckle assemblyCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. Covers on the solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles can become dislodged causing the release button to stick inside the cover. The buckle would then be only partially latched.
- 97V149000Sep 9, 1997Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993, Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993 +2 more
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
- 97V079000May 16, 1997Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Support device/strutCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1992, Dodge Caravan 1992, Plymouth Voyager 1992 +2 more
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the…
- 96V229000Nov 18, 1996Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1992, Dodge Caravan 1991–1992, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1992 +4 more
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993 +7 more
The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
See all 8 recalls for the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA97020Front windshield wiperClosed · Sep 30, 1997
- EA97005Safety belt anchorage failuresClosed · Apr 10, 1997
- PE97013Windshield wiper failureClosed · Apr 2, 1997
- DP97001Windshield wiper failureClosed · Mar 12, 1997
- DP96014Defective air bag crash sensorOpen · Nov 14, 1996
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 10 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10130081Aug 23, 2016Electrical system. Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing…
- 10130080Aug 22, 2016Exterior lighting, Equipment. 05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See…
- 10130079Aug 22, 2016Equipment. Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers…
- 10129047Aug 18, 2016Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045Aug 18, 2016Equipment. CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part…
- 10129044Aug 17, 2016Electrical system. 1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N…
- 10129043Aug 17, 2016Electrical system. Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part…
- 10129042Aug 17, 2016Equipment. Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE…
- 10129041Aug 12, 2016Electrical system. P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA…
- 10129046Jun 2, 2016Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
Other model years of the Chrysler Town And Country
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 527 | 70,000 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 28 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2015 | 383 | 68,750 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 13 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2014 | 636 | 66,500 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 681 | 65,000 | 4 | 4 | 20 | 62 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 634 | 70,000 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 46 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 773 | 67,800 | 3 | — | 20 | 39 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 1,556 | 74,000 | 5 | — | 19 | 79 · More | Falling |
| 2009 | 707 | 75,000 | 6 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 1,939 | 70,000 | 7 | — | 19 | 91 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 219 | 69,482 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 431 | 66,000 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 857 | 65,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 167 | 71,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 245 | 60,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2002 | 404 | 54,750 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 462 | 65,049 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 306 | 80,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 362 | 88,800 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1998 | 296 | 97,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 388 | 97,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 938 | 94,000 | 7 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 58 | 125,650 | 1 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 154 | 146,600 | 4 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 214 | 125,000 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 135 | 119,969 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1991 | 25 | 120,000 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 13 | 175,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
All Chrysler Town And Country model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country?
Owner complaints on this model year are dominated by the Bendix anti-lock braking system: owners describe a hard pedal, an illuminated ABS light and stopping distances that lengthen, often intermittently and sometimes shortly after the ABS was serviced under a recall. The issues reported most often: ABS light on, hard brake pedal, long stopping distance; Transmission harsh shifting and lost gears.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country have?
NHTSA recorded 135 consumer complaints for the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 72 complaints (53% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 16.
Has the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country been recalled?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country (Town and Country 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Chrysler Town And Country reported?
Among the 19 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 119,969 miles and the middle half falls between 100,000 and 165,000 miles; 5% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.