1996 Chrysler Town and Country locks problems

31 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 31
of this car's complaints: 3%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Doors: latch
29
Tailgate: latch
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chrysler Town and Country locks problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country locks

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

Door locks 29

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Chrysler Town and Country owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

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 31, 2003 · Locks · 139,890 miles · MI

Doors locked by themselves, with the keys in the ignition and my son in his car seat in the back seat.

Filed Feb 16, 2003 · Locks · 65,000 miles · WA

Both power locks on side doors do not function and both doors do not latch securely. Doors can be opened even when security alarm is armed.

Filed Mar 22, 2001 · Airbags, Locks · MI

Clock spring is bad. Also, air bag warning light came on. Dealer has replaced clock spring.*ak driver side sliding door does not unlock due to latch failure.

Filed Feb 2, 2001 · Locks · MI

In june 1999 consumer took vehicle to dealer because side sliding door would not lock. Dealer fixed problem. Then, in january 01 while van was moving consumer's daughter reaches from her seat and was able to pull door open. Contacted dealer, and dealer said there was a new system that they could install for a high price or they could install old system for a cheaper price.

Filed Mar 8, 2000 · Engine, Fuel system · TN · fire

Windshield wiper blades turned on by themselves, and door would not latch at times. Also, transmission/ fue lines/gas tank, and air conditioner went out and were replaced. Aftet warranty expired, thermostat overheated, causing a fire. Owner said vehicle has been a constant problem since purchasing it.

Filed Sep 8, 1999 · Locks · IL

All 5 door locks will unlock by themselves while vehicle is in use, causing a safety hazard.

Filed Feb 10, 1999 · Acceleration, Lights · CA

Weather strip at cowl coming off.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Locks · MA

Driver's side sliding door lock is stuck in open position. This is the 3rd lock failure on this door.

Filed May 5, 1998 · Locks · NY

The sliding door comes partially opened while driving. Dealer replaced lock before problem exists again.

Questions about the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country locks

Does the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country have locks problems?

Owners have filed 31 complaints about the locks of the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country, 3% of all its complaints.

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

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

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

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

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

The Chrysler Town and Country model years with the most locks complaints are 2005 (60 complaints), 1996 (31 complaints) and 2002 (23 complaints).