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1996 Chrysler Town and Country lights problems

35 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 120,000.

owner complaints
35
of this car's complaints
4%
typical mileage
120,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Headlights
    16
  • Turn signal: switch
    6
  • Turn signal: flasher unit
    3
  • Turn signal
    1
  • Headlights: high/low beam dimmer switch
    1
  • Headlights: concealment devices
    1
  • Hazard flashing warning lights
    1
  • Brake lights
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chrysler Town and Country lights problems in other years

199219952000200520102016

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country lights

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Headlights 18

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Chrysler Town and Country owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 26, 2006 · Lights · 125,000 miles · PA

Chrysler corporation headlights progressively cloud over and light output is reduced creating a dangerous night driving condition. Has the federal safety agency queried chrysler about this problem and is there any reaction?

Filed Aug 17, 2005 · Lights · NM

Headlight lens covers were replaced by dealer due to bubbling of the plastic that caused severe reducion inheadlight lumination. The cost to me was $644.00 for replacement. This is a safety hazard that should not have occurred.

Filed Nov 30, 2004 · Lights · 120,000 miles · NC

The lens on the headlights are discoloring and causing poor visibility while driving at night. The dealer was notified.

Filed Nov 11, 2004 · Lights · VA

Problems with the headlights on both the 1996 plymouth breeze and the 1996 chrysler town and country developing film.*mr while driving headlights fogged up, causing limited sight on both sides of the vehicle, and making it hard to drive at night. Ref odi number 10074095.

Filed Jul 26, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 131,000 miles · MN

While driving the transmission failed and the vehicle was unable to shift gears. Transmission was replaced twice, however the problem recurred. *ak the horn airbag and cruise control have been replaced. The vehicle had brake problems. The dealer determined that the front brakes were at 45% but the rear brakes were at 70%. The dealer cleaned and adjusted the brakes. The A/C failed, the dealer replaced the fan module. The power door locks failed. The cd player doesn't work. The low beam head lights do not provide enough light therefore the consumer has to leave the high beams on to see. This problem has been checked three times but the dealer said they seem correct. The passenger seat broke. The starter failed and as a result the vehicle would not start. The steering pump failed and as a result the steering wheel became tight when making turns. The rear heater lines were leaking. The water pump leaked.

Filed Jul 15, 2004 · Lights · VA

While driving headlights fogged up, causing limited sight on both sides of the vehicle, and making it very hard to drive at night. Took vehicle to the dealer, and was told that there could be some condensation or there could be a crack in the lenses. *ak consumer has the same case with headlights with 1996 plymouth breeze.

Filed Apr 29, 2004 · Brakes, Lights · KS

Windshield wipers activated usually after a turn was completed. This affected visibility of other vehicles. Also brakes and transmission failed. Dealer replaced four times the multi function switch/ brake pads/ rotors, and drums; transmission was replaced twice in the last two years, all at consumer's expense.

Filed Aug 7, 2003 · Lights · 105,000 miles · FL

Consumer stated that over time the head light covers became cloudy and it reduced the quality of light. Please provide any further information.

Filed Feb 17, 2003 · Lights · 36,000 miles · CA

Radio does not receive fm stations, interior lights intermittently came on with door opening

Filed Feb 3, 2003 · Lights · 137,000 miles · CA

Consumer states there is a glaze over the headlights lens causing lights not to be as bright. Please provide additional information. Ph

Questions about the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country lights

Does the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country have lights problems?

Owners have filed 35 complaints about the lights of the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Chrysler Town and Country lights problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 120,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country lights?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chrysler Town and Country have the most lights problems?

The Chrysler Town and Country model years with the most lights complaints are 2005 (117 complaints), 2010 (78 complaints) and 2006 (76 complaints).

Other 1996 Chrysler Town and Country problems

Fuel system 177Engine 154Transmission 146Airbags 123Electrical 120Visibility 75Brakes 73Steering 73Acceleration 66Suspension 38Body 33Locks 31Seat belts 17Seats 17Tires 9Wheels 2

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