Transmission made grinding noise under 30 miles per hour. Told it was the differential. We had the "towing package" and have never towed anything. Replaced at dealership for $2100. Air conditioner evaporator has a hole in it. Have not repaired yet. Other minor problems: oxygen sensor replaced, water pump replaced, windshield wiper control replaced, air bag component replaced.
1996 Chrysler Town and Country engine complaints
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Within 5 minutes after start-up, turning thru a curve in the road steering went out. Engine started to get hot within about 2 minutes (light on dash came on). Pulled over to check out problem. Noticed serpentine belt off and tensioner laying below.
The engine stalls with no warning, usually when slowing or coming to a stop, but it has happened a few times at speeds up to 45 MPH. After the engine stalls, it will sometimes not start unless I "race" the engine to keep it going. The dealer cannot duplicate this problem. We have paid to have the throttle body cleaned and to have the fuel filter replaced, but the problem continues. Since vehicle has power steering and brakes, these do not function during an engine stall, and I am concerned that this could eventually produce a collision.
Pulley on the serpentine belt fell off and caused a loss of power steering which may have resulted in a crash.
Serpentine belt and power steering pulley broke resulting in loss of power steering while driving.
This problem has occurred & been repaired 3 times since purchasing the vehicle. It stalls and you loses all power. This happened the first time as we were going over railroad tracks. It has happened while making left turns. This is extremely dangerous because you never know you have a problem until you are driving along and lose power. This was repaired by vero beach chrysler the first time, and they said it was not covered under warranty. Ceconni chrysler said it cetainly was a warranty item and got our money reimbursed by chrysler. The second time it happened it was repaired gator chrysler-plymouth, melbourne, fl 32901. The mileage was 53,000 the second time and they said it was no longer warrantied. The third time it happened the mileage was 95,200 and we again paid for the repair. This is a very upsetting problem. It has happened during left hand turns.
Vehicle experiencing on-going/ intermittenly problem with engine stalling while driving, dealer notified and some repairs are being made but problem would reoccur. Could the federal safety agency help in this matter
Without warning at 50 MPH, the water pump on this car seized, then the alternator belt burned which broke all the other belts nearby, causing the car to lose power. This incident has happened twice to this car in the last 6 months.
Had engine cylinders regrounded, now #6 bad again, warranty out, dealer closed.
Water pump failed.
Engine cuts out after long trips (200 miles at highway speeds). Appears as though the engine doesn't get fuel. After engine cools (20-30 minutes) the car starts again. Have had $700 worth of repairs at the dealer to fix fuel line, spark plug wires, etc. The dealer called detriot to diagnose via modem. They suggested replacing crank position sensor. It was replaced and problem continues. This is very dangerous because it occurs on the interstate at highway speeds without warning. We have been on the side of the road at all hours of the night with trucks hurtling past us. The dealer keeps guesing what is wrong without any firm commitment that the next "fix" is the right one. They want to replace the fuel pump next and the electronic control unit next if that isn't the problem. That is another $900 without any true knowledge what the problem is. I heard the motorman radio talk show january 9 0r 10 and a caller complained about the very same problem. The motorman said this was common with chrysler mini-vans and that it is the electronic control module that overheats and cuts the signal to the spark plugs. Please check into this because it is a danger to motorists.
While driving 60 MPH the vehicle completely shuts down in intersections and at stop signs without warning, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Engine cylinder head blew, causing the oil to leak on the engine, and smoke appeared in the engine compartment. Dealer has been contacted.
The engine uses a single serpentine belt for all engine-driven accessories. The idler pulley has failed twice, each time breaking its shaft off and falling into the engine cradle and causing a horrible racket as the crankshaft pulley continues to spin against the fallen idler pulley. The belt, of course, is thrown off and all accessories cease to operate. The items that will no longer operate are: air conditioning compressor, engine coolant pump, alternator, and power steering pump. Both times, the failure has occurred at relatively low vehicle speeds, but it is very upsetting with the noise and sudden heavy steering effort. My wife was driving at the time of the second failure and was happy to escape having an accident. A similar problem apparently occurred in range rover vehicles since a recall of virtually identical circumstance was issued on their 1995 4.0se vehicle.
When driving at 60 MPH and without prior warning the vehicle just shuts down, and the dealer can't determine the problem. Vehicle has cut off six times.
While driving consumer's van cuts off completely in traffic.
The bolt within the serpentine belt tensioner, which is attached to frame broke, causing loss of brakes/steering and alternator. Dealer has been notified. Part # is 461289y.
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.
Vehicle stalls intermittantly, changed sensor but vehicle continues to stall.
I have had numerous problems with this car, including the car seizing up while I was on the road with my family, necessitating a new engine, I also have needed a new transmission, the windshield wipers go on and off by themselves, the brakes need constant replacement (I have had them replaced 6 times), and chrsyler could care less.
When driving the vehicle will stall out and die , giving the driver no indication. The delaer has been notified.
While driving 50 MPH vehicle stalls for no reason. Dealers cannot find problem. Problem is intermittent.
Intermittently when driving the vehicle stalls. The dealer is not able to duplicate the problem, and is therefore, not able to repair vehicle. Manufacturer has been notified.
Consumer been experiencing an ongoing problem with engine turning off while driving. This condition have been occurring since the firt 9500 miles of wear. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop four times, and dealer cannot resolve the problem. Wants consumer to pick up the vehicle.
Engine stopped at 40 MPH with no warning and would not restart. Lost engine assisted steering and brakes.
Engine stalling and missing at different speeds, engine service light also comes on; no problem can be found.
Tension pulley snapped causing loss of power steering.
While driving the engine shuts down, causing the vehicle to stall. Please provide details.
Computer malfunction of the factory installed theft alarm system, randomly activating and therby locking the ignition.
While driving the engine shuts down, causing vehicle to stall. Cause unknown. Please provide details.
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