1993 Chrysler Town And Country Problems
- Complaints
- 214filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 125,000miles, 25 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 8campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher 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 / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Complaints about this model year center on the antilock brake system: owners describe the ABS and brake warning lights coming on and the brake pedal becoming hard or slow to respond, often repeatedly even after repairs. Transmission shifting and leaking complaints, cooling-system hose failures and liftgate strut failures also appear in the sample, typically reported on vehicles with well over 100,000 miles.
- Brakes
ABS and brake warning lights with hard or weak brake pedal
- 104 complaints (49%)
- median 123,933 mi at 15.1 yrs old (16 state mileage)
- 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2019
Owners describe the ABS and brake warning lights coming on, sometimes intermittently and sometimes staying lit, followed by a brake pedal that is hard to press, travels to the floor, or gives extended stopping distance. Several say the vehicle had already been repaired under the ABS recall and the symptom returned; dealers replaced pumps, accumulators, pressure switches and master cylinders, and in some cases told owners the parts were no longer available or that the repair was not covered. Reported across a wide mileage range in the sample, from roughly 40,000 to over 240,000 miles, and often described as recurring after earlier repairs.
What to check: Ask whether the ABS recall work was done and keep records of any later ABS repairs. Before buying, confirm both warning lights go out after start-up and that the pedal feels firm and stops the van normally from low speed.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Abs brakes failed and van would not stop. A on going problem that started in 1995 and still continues to the present 2003. Dealership has had vechicle to repair problem everyyear until 2000. My ABS bake light still comes on and I have had 10-ten complete brake jobs done to my van. The dealership has had my van for almost 2 years for repair and we could not use it. I need help brakes are failing again and just after 5000 miles. I can not get anyone to take my van in on trade for another vechicle. I need help so no one will be seriously injured. …”
NHTSA complaint #10028688, filed 2003-07, 26,000 miles“Vehicle experienced a problem with the ABS brake system. Driver was unable to push the brake pedal down before starting the vehicle. There was a short in the controller anti-lock brake system. Owner contacted the dealer, who said the parts needed to repaired. This defect was no longer available through Chrysler.”
NHTSA complaint #10111778, filed 2005-02, 171,655 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Transmission shifting problems and fluid leaks
- 22 complaints (10%)
- median 95,000 mi at 11.5 yrs old (1 states mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 1995–2004
Owners report the automatic transmission failing to shift up, delayed or harsh engagement when starting off, whining at highway speed, and in one case dropping into neutral with loss of acceleration. Others describe a persistent transmission fluid leak that needed an expensive repair, and one complaint describes a park pawl failure that let the van roll on an incline with the parking brake set. Mostly reported between roughly 40,000 and 115,000 miles in the sample.
What to check: Test-drive long enough to reach highway speed and check for delayed or harsh shifts and whining. Look under the van and on the bellhousing area for fluid leaks, and confirm the parking pawl holds on a slope.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Automatic transmission shifting problem. Failure to shift in the 3rd gear upon driving in the speed of 40 MPH on freeway. Also wining sound may hear upon driving on a freeway speed. Also, have hard to ship the gear upon starting the vehicle. Engine has valve knocking problem too .”
NHTSA complaint #732704, filed 2000-09“When driving at 40 MPH consumer noticed noise coming from the front end. Vehicle went into neutral, and there was loss of acceleration. Consumer contacted the dealer. Dealer linked the problem to the transmission. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #861195, filed 2000-05
Buying note. Given the age of these vans, the condition of the ABS system and transmission matters more than mileage, so have both inspected before purchase and ask for records of recall work and later brake repairs. Parts availability for the ABS system can be a practical limitation.
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 214 consumer complaints for the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country. 25 of the complaints include a mileage, and 16% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 125,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 8 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns and 12 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.
- Brakes123 57%
- Engine cooling21 9.8%
- Body and structure13 6.1%
- Electrical system12 5.6%
- Steering11 5.1%
- Latches, locks and linkages10 4.7%
- Equipment5 2.3%
- Seat belts4 1.9%
Also reported: Suspension (3), Fuel system (2), Other or unknown (2), Seats (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Wheels (2), Air bags (1), Engine (1), Exterior lighting (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Consumer received recall 96v099000 concerning ABS brake failure. Consumer had a concern that ABS light stayed on, illuminating while driving, and the brake pedal will not depress. Vehicle had been to dealer on three separate occasions, but problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10091986, filed 2004-09, 219,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Consumer was sitting still & there was a loud bang & antifreeze started leaking on the ground. Water pump was changed last year because of the same transmission problem. This was third time it has shut down. Dealer has been using rebuild transmissions. Consumer again was responsible of paying for the cost.”
NHTSA complaint #876111, filed 2000-12Engine cooling: “We have a 1993 Chrysler Town And Country mini van, and discovered a few years ago about a well known problem these have, wet or even damp, the belts will be thrown off the engine causing everything from no charging to losing your power steering. I guess this is a problem that Chrysler knows about , but will not correct. All that is needed is to replace the smooth pulley belt adjuster, to a pulley with sides that keep it on................my problem, my wife nearly wrecked recently when the belt came off while going around a curve on the highway when the belt came off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10247170, filed 2008-10, 119,000 milesBody and structure: “A few months ago the consumer received a recall notice# 99v213000 subject: lift support bracket. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair. During the repair, the owner noticed a crack where the lift connected to the gate. The mechanic said it had nothing to do with the recall. Recently, the liftgate was opened. It separated and fell on the owner. The owner requested a call back.”
NHTSA complaint #10024824, filed 2003-08Mileage when problems were reported
16% of the 25 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 80,000 and 151,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 1993 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 FWD | 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 1993 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 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Town and Country 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
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
- 00V305000Oct 12, 2000Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1993–1994, Dodge Caravan 1993–1994, Plymouth Voyager 1993–1994 +2 more
Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with 2-spoke luxury wheels manufactured july 1992 through june 1993; or equipped with 4-spoke sport wheels manufactured from july 1992 through september 1993. The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate…
- 99V213000Sep 2, 1999Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachmentsCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1991, 1993–1994, Dodge Caravan 1991, 1993–1994, Plymouth Voyager 1991, 1993–1994 +2 more
Vehicle description: mini vans. 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…
- 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.
- 99V113000May 6, 1999Air bagsCovers: Chrysler Town And Country 1993–1995, Dodge Caravan 1993–1995, Plymouth Voyager 1993–1995 +2 more
Vehicle description: mini vans. The wiring that initiates the driver and/or passenger air bag could electrically short circuit to ground. A short circuit to ground that exists immediately after turning the ignition key to the "on" or "start" position can…
- 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.
See all 8 recalls for the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- RQ00011Steering wheel separationClosed · May 1, 2000
- 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
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. 12 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 1993 Chrysler Town And Country?
Complaints about this model year center on the antilock brake system: owners describe the ABS and brake warning lights coming on and the brake pedal becoming hard or slow to respond, often repeatedly even after repairs. The issues reported most often: ABS and brake warning lights with hard or weak brake pedal; Transmission shifting problems and fluid leaks.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country have?
NHTSA recorded 214 consumer complaints for the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 123 complaints (57% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 28.
Has the 1993 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 1993 Chrysler Town And Country get?
The EPA rates the 1993 Chrysler Town And Country (Town and Country 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 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 1993 Chrysler Town And Country reported?
Among the 25 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 125,000 miles and the middle half falls between 80,000 and 151,000 miles; 16% 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.