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Chrysler Town & Country Reliability Grade

DOverall

Poor reliability

EngineC-
TransmissionD

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Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Chrysler Town & Country earns a D overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C- for its engine and a D for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 7 minivans we grade. The transmission (D) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,227 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Chrysler Town & Country reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

Years to avoid: 2008–2011 (stalling / loss of power) and 2016 (transmission slipping / rough shifting)

How long does the Chrysler Town & Country last?

150,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Chrysler Town & Country problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Chrysler Town & Country, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Chrysler Town & Country vs. other minivans

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Toyota Sienna A A A
Honda Odyssey C+ B- B-
Dodge Grand Caravan B C+ B-
Kia Sedona C- B+ B-
Kia Carnival D B+ C
Chrysler Town & Country C- D D
Chrysler Pacifica F F F

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Chrysler Town & Country reliability FAQ

Is the Chrysler Town & Country reliable?

Poor reliability. The Chrysler Town & Country earns a D overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C- for its engine and a D for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 7 minivans we grade. The transmission (D) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 2,227 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2016 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Chrysler Town & Country last?

We estimate a well-maintained Chrysler Town & Country lasts around 150,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Chrysler Town & Country?

No Chrysler Town & Country model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2003, 2004 and 2007.

What Chrysler Town & Country years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Chrysler Town & Country years to be most careful with are 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2016. The 2010 grades an F overall (engine F, transmission C-), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power. The 2008 grades a D overall (engine D, transmission C), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power.

Is the Chrysler Town & Country transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Chrysler Town & Country transmission a D (poor reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Chrysler Town & Country engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Chrysler Town & Country engine a C- (below-average reliability).