1996 Chrysler Town And Country Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 31about this part
- Share
- 3%of 938 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 131,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1996 Chrysler Town And Country, 3% of the 938 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 131,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving the transmission failed and the vehicle was unable to shift gears. Transmission was replaced twice, however the problem recurred. The horn airbag and cruise control have been replaced. The vehicle had brake problems. The dealer determined that the front brakes were at 45% but the rear brakes were at 70%. The dealer cleaned and adjusted the brakes. The A/C failed, the dealer replaced the fan module. The power door locks failed. The cd player doesn't work. The low beam head lights do not provide enough light therefore the consumer has to leave the high beams on to see. …”
NHTSA complaint #10079478, filed 2004-07, 131,000 miles“In june 1999 consumer took vehicle to dealer because side sliding door would not lock. Dealer fixed problem. Then, in january 01 while van was moving consumer's daughter reaches from her seat and was able to pull door open. Contacted dealer, and dealer said there was a new system that they could install for a high price or they could install old system for a cheaper price.”
NHTSA complaint #879665, filed 2001-02“Windshield wiper blades turned on by themselves, and door would not latch at times. Also, transmission/ fue lines/gas tank, and air conditioner went out and were replaced. Aftet warranty expired, thermostat overheated, causing a fire. Owner said vehicle has been a constant problem since purchasing it.”
NHTSA complaint #858155, filed 2000-03“Clock spring is bad. Also, air bag warning light came on. Dealer has replaced clock spring. Driver side sliding door does not unlock due to latch failure.”
NHTSA complaint #883751, filed 2001-03“Consumer state that the sliding door became very difficult to close. In order to close the sliding door, one would need to make adjustments to the latch before closing, ea96-025.”
NHTSA complaint #811275, filed 1997-04Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 16 | 3% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 | 3 | 0% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 3 | 0% |
| 2010 | 9 | 1% |
| 2009 | 4 | 1% |
| 2008 | 14 | 1% |
| 2007 | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 | 8 | 2% |
| 2005 | 60 | 7% |
| 2003 | 14 | 6% |
| 2002 | 23 | 6% |
| 2001 | 19 | 4% |
| 2000 | 4 | 1% |
| 1999 | 5 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 1% |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% |
| 1996 | 31 | 3% |
| 1995 | 3 | 5% |
| 1994 | 15 | 10% |
| 1993 | 10 | 5% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
| 1991 | 3 | 12% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chrysler Town And Country
176 complaintsEngine cooling
162 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
147 complaintsAir bags
124 complaintsElectrical system
120 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
75 complaintsSteering
74 complaintsBrakes
73 complaintsVehicle speed control
66 complaintsEquipment
43 complaintsSuspension
38 complaintsBody and structure
33 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chrysler Town And Country
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology