1999 chrysler town & country limited: problem(s) worsening - becoming more frequent over last 3 yrs: start van, runs 5-10 secs, then shuts off, disconnect battery-wait 3 mins, cranked in beginning, now only 50/50: security system activates and shut system down 24 hrs, disconnect battery but no startl 24 hours, had new key made at dealership use VIN, problems persists: rear vent windows stopped working, changed motors and switches, problem continues: heater in seats recalled, dealer replaced; heaters on recall but would not replace bottom cover(leather)has hole from where heater burning through, now heaters come on/off at will: gauges go off with engine running, back on when they get ready: radio and power windows intermittent: transmission will not shift from first when exiting interstate after traveling in od for 100 miles, happened 3-4 times, not continuous: alarm sounds in middle of night and when standing in street 25ft+ behind the van; manufactured on 4/17/98 so 1999 has mostly 1998 parts, real problematic when purchasing parts: note: have two 1999 t&c limiteds, one having these problems the other (red) only paint clear coat peeling; had to tow van several times. Now having the instrument cluster and lock switch in driver's door replace. Next step change bcm: I am throwing $1s at van, dealerships (more than one) say no idea causation. Dealer has replaced battery, cables, belt, maintenance on transmission +). Your url from chat rooms and forums. Many others having same or similar problems. No luck with their local dealerships either. Have owned many chrysler and dodge products, these may be last! Thank you. Pastor steve randall
1999 Chrysler Town and Country body complaints
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Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, a noise was heard. The vehicle was driven to an independent repair shop, who determined the front driver side strut tower was rusted and needed to be replaced. Updatd 01/19/07.
Dt*: the contact stated the stud that held up the tailgate on the rear passenger side of the vehicle snapped off, causing the tailgate to fall injuring the contact. The vehicle had not been examined or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and an incident report was taken.*ak the consumer repaired the tailgate himself on 11/3/06. Updated 01/10/07.
Strut tower has severe rusting that may lead to a collapse on the front tire.
Dt the struts on the drivers side have rust top service. If you look at it from top near the windsheild between the 3 o'clock and 6 o'clock you can see it starting to rust. On the passengers side the rust as of right now is not visible. As of right now have contacted the dealer, but have contacted the body shop and they have noticed this models more frequently. Took the vehicle into my auto repair mechanic yesterday july 12, 2005 and he showed me this on my 96 model and have the same thing on 99 model in an earlier. Stage.
Structural strut housing is failure do to rust perforation.
This van is very unsafe I need help
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