1996 Chrysler Town And Country Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 3%of 938 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 117,068miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the other or unknown of the 1996 Chrysler Town And Country, 3% of the 938 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 117,068 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This is a recall for cars made prior to september, 1996. We receivedour car on 9/1/96, so it would seem that our car qualifies. Since the car now is exhibiting the signs shown in the recall notice (#665), it makes sense that our car also has this defect. The manufacturer says that this is not the case. No safety defec tmentioned in summary.”
NHTSA complaint #731038, filed 2000-09“This van has been nothing but a failure since I bought it. I have kept up the oil changes and maintenance as needed. The paint is coming of off the grill and the paint on the rest of the van is not holding up. I have replaced: timing belt 3 times power steering pump once the thermostat twice the relay switch three times and it still does not work the relay on the motor once the air conditioning is failing in the front the rear door lock on the passenger side doesn't work my transmission is going out very soon I am a single parent in a large metroplex. I need my car to get to work. …”
NHTSA complaint #10069822, filed 2004-01“Vehicle is equipped with manufacturers integral child safety seats. On 2 occasions, the occupied seat has refused to release the belted child. When this occurs, no amount of force will release the tension necessary to remove the occupant, and the only way to do so is to cust the child out of the seat with large knife or scissors, which we are now forced to carry with us at all times in this vehicle.the manufacturer is apparently aware of the problem, as the seats were redesigned in '97-98 model. However we have despite 2 incidents, we have been unable to upgrade to the new style. …”
NHTSA complaint #701903, filed 1999-01“When driving at approximately 35 MPH and exiting off highway on dry pavement, engine shut off. Driver was able to coast to a safe place. No indication from engine check light. Oil pressure light came on. Unable to start the vehicle for 1/2 hour. Dealer contacted, and stated they are unable to duplicate the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #828531, filed 1998-10“Raw fuel leaks out of fuel tank (possibly up to 1 gallon before stopping)strong fumes as result, due to roll over valve not closing off filler neck after refueling. To avoid spillage, owner must not fill completely. Design defect.”
NHTSA complaint #721463, filed 2000-04Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 111 | 21% |
| 2015 | 42 | 11% |
| 2014 | 89 | 14% |
| 2013 | 63 | 9% |
| 2012 | 58 | 9% |
| 2011 | 58 | 8% |
| 2010 | 111 | 7% |
| 2009 | 33 | 5% |
| 2008 | 96 | 5% |
| 2007 | 9 | 4% |
| 2006 | 11 | 3% |
| 2005 | 13 | 2% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 12 | 3% |
| 2001 | 12 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1999 | 6 | 2% |
| 1998 | 6 | 2% |
| 1997 | 11 | 3% |
| 1996 | 29 | 3% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
| 1994 | 3 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
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 Oct 31, 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