The Chrysler Town and Country is a top-selling van in the US. This post reviews the top 5 Chrysler Town and Country problems owners have run into with the 5th generation, years 2008 to 2016.
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Top 5 Issues 5th Generation Chrysler Town and Country (2008 to 2016)
1. Transmission Problems
Symptoms of Transmission Problems
- Harsh shifting when driving
- Shuttering or vibrating similar to driving on a rumble strip
How to Fix Transmission Problems on the 5th Gen Chrysler Town and Country
Take the Town and Country to a local Chrysler dealer and have them inspect the van before causing more damage.
We also recommend servicing the transmission regularly. The owner’s manual recommends replacing the transmission fluid and transmission oil filter every 120,000 miles, but servicing the transmission sooner may help prevent this problem.
2. Leaking Rear EVAP Lines
Symptoms of Leaking Rear EVAP Lines
- A/C isn’t blowing as cold as it usually does
Causes of Leaking Rear EVAP Lines
The rear EVAP lines can leak, and this can lower the pressure in the A/C system and negatively affect its performance.
How to Fix Leaking Rear EVAP Lines
The rear EVAP lines are located at the rear along the side of the body, over the wheel well and above the muffler where they connect to the EVAP core. Since most people don’t have a refrigerant recovery machine at home to safely remove the refrigerant, we recommend having a professional fix this issue.
3. Window Regulator and Power Window Motor Failure
Symptoms of Window Regulator and Power Window Motor Problems on the 5th Gen Chrysler Town and Country
- Window won’t roll down or up with possible mechanical sounds in the door
How to Fix Window Regulator and Power Window Motor
Replace the window regulator or the power window motor.
4. Oil Filter Adaptor Housing Leaks
Symptoms of Oil Filter Adaptor Housing Leaks
- Oil leaks
- Oil filter adaptor housing is leaking oil
Causes of Oil Filter Adaptor Housing Leaks
The oil filter adaptor housing may leak oil on the 2008 to 2016 Chrysler Town and Country
How to Fix Oil Filter Adaptor Housing Leaks
The oil filter adaptor housing is located below the air intake. If the oil filter housing is leaking, replace it with an updated version that Chrysler released.
5. Front Sway Bar Links and Bushings Failing
Symptoms of Front Sway Bar Links and Bushings
- Rattling over bumps that’s usually heard on one side of the van
Causes of Front Sway Bar Links and Bushings
If you hear noise in the front suspension, the problem may be the struts, but it’s usually the sway bar links and bushings on the 2008 to 2016 Chrysler Town and Country.
How to Fix Front Sway Bar Links and Bushings
The front sway bar links are located on either side and connect to the sway bar. Sway bar links and bushings don’t usually fail at the same time, but it’s best to replace them in pairs. We also recommend inspecting the condition of the struts.
5th Generation Chrysler Town and Country Model Years
- 2008 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2009 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2010 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2011 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2012 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2013 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2014 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2015 Chrysler Town and Country
- 2016 Chrysler Town and Country
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