Chrysler Town AND Country Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 377 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Chrysler Town AND Country across 19 model years. The 1996 model year has the most (169). The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (23% of reports).
- 377fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 5related recalls
- $1,200typical repair cost reported by owners
- 25%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 85 of 377 complaints (23%)
- Filling gas: mentioned in 22 of 377 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Chrysler Town AND Country at $1,200, and half of them between $1,000 and $1,350.
Based on 13 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (1999–2014), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 150 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 377 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 21 a fire, 3 an injury.
Chrysler Town AND Country fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Town AND Country | 2 | 0% | 130,291 |
| 2012 Town AND Country | 2 | 0% | 92,500 |
| 2011 Town AND Country | 4 | 1% | 84,000 |
| 2010 Town AND Country | 5 | 0% | 76,000 |
| 2009 Town AND Country | 2 | 0% | 72,000 |
| 2008 Town AND Country | 10 | 1% | 47,990 |
| 2007 Town AND Country | 5 | 2% | 70,000 |
| 2006 Town AND Country | 14 | 3% | 74,000 |
| 2005 Town AND Country | 43 | 5% | 63,678 |
| 2004 Town AND Country | 25 | 15% | 80,188 |
| 2003 Town AND Country | 10 | 4% | 80,000 |
| 2002 Town AND Country | 12 | 3% | 58,627 |
| 2001 Town AND Country | 16 | 3% | 76,000 |
| 2000 Town AND Country | 11 | 4% | 110,000 |
| 1999 Town AND Country | 7 | 2% | 60,713 |
| 1998 Town AND Country | 15 | 5% | 120,124 |
| 1997 Town AND Country | 21 | 5% | 98,900 |
| 1996 Town AND Country | 169 | 18% | 103,000 |
| 1995 Town AND Country | 4 | 7% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (5)
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2002
Problem: On certain mini vans, the fuel tank control valve weld joint could separate resulting in a possible fuel leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary. Owner notification began october 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Model years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on january 25, 2002. Due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 1996
Problem: Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
Risk: If a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Model years: 1996
Problem: A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
Risk: This condition could cause a spark to occur when fueling the vehicle and possibly ignite the fuel vapors.
Fix: Dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1996
Problem: The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage increases the potential for a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler tube with a filler tube that has an additional rollover valve. The associated rollover valve vapor hoses will be rerouted.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while driving at various speeds, the power steering failed. As a result, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver then the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that he was able to restart the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH uphill, the vehicle independently stopped. The vehicle was shifted into reverse(R) and the vehicle inadvertently drove forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start. The contact was able to start the vehicle after several attempts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START-UP. THE CONTACT CHARGED THE BATTERY FULLY HOWEVER, THE ENGINE STILL FAILED TO TURN OVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THERE WAS NO…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle off to the shoulder and upon inspection, the contact's husband discovered that the fuel line had…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Town AND Countrys have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 377 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Chrysler Town AND Country. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler Town AND Country fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 5 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Chrysler Town AND Country?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,200 (half paid between $1,000 and $1,350), from 13 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Chrysler Town AND Country?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 85 of 377 complaints, followed by “filling gas” (22).
Other Chrysler Town AND Country problems
- Electrical System problems (5,188)
- Air Bags problems (1,812)
- Engine problems (1,334)
- Power Train problems (1,165)
- Steering problems (1,008)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (637)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (599)
- Structure problems (559)
See all Chrysler Town AND Country problems.