2003 Chrysler Town and Country brakes problems

Filed Sep 8, 2014 · Brakes · 177,000 miles · MI

August 25, 2014 my father was driving his 02 chrysler town and country 2wd 3.3l flex. When the brake pedal started going lower and lower tell the was no brake pedal just went to the floor he made it home thank god! And he told me I started looking for leaks no leaks any were l. I changed the master cylinder, by the next day air was back in the system so iv had calipers suck air with out leaking before so I changed them still the same problem, so I looked that problem up online found tons of people with the same problem, most of the discussions ended with the people replacing the hydraulic control unit fixes the problem. Well I look online for a control unit auto stores do not have dealer ships do not have this part mopar can not find because it don't exist no more. So now im stuck with an unsafe vehicle to drive and no replacement parts or recalls this should be a recall these vehicles are unsafe to drive on the roads and there is no replacement parts. Im sure there already has been accidents from this problem and the longer they wait to recall it the more there will be and they could be deadly.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · IL · fire

The front brake system gets hot. I loose steering, front tire wobbles and brake starts smoking the hose kinks also.

Filed Jul 28, 2010 · Brakes · 67,000 miles · VA · fire

Front brakes on 2003 chrysler town and country, with only 67k miles, lock up for no reason disabling the vehicle. This has happened twice in the last 2.5 years. Both times, it had to be towed to the dealer where the dealer found the front driver side brake had over heated and locked up. The last time, the brakes became so hot that smoke was coming from the driver side brake as the pad was on fire. Each time dealer has replaced front rotors, brake pads, calipers, and a partial brake line with system flushed. Each time, we were told they really had no idea why they locked up. They said best guess was rust in the system. This is a real safety hazard as they can lock up at anytime and as we have seen, catch fire.

Filed Feb 19, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 80,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the brakes squeaked and pulsated when depressed. All of the brakes and rotors were replaced. The air conditioner compressor made a grating and scraping sound and was replaced, along with the alternator. The contact was afraid to remove the key from the ignition because it would take ten minutes of jiggling to get it back in and start the vehicle. The vehicle would make a clunking noise when shifting into gear. The cylinoid was replaced. The gasket and seal on the water pump and the accessory belt were replaced. The contact was informed that the water pump needed to be replaced within six months. The liftgate was replaced as well. The following recalls were referenced: the federal safety agency campaign id numbers 03e053000 (fuel system, gasoline), 04v386000 (steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping and connections), 05v134000 (latches:locks:linkages:hatchback/liftgate lock), and 06e022000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The current and failure mileages were 80,000. Updated 04-02-08 *bf the water pump needed to be replaed after 1 year and 8 months. The transmission solenoid and seperpentin belt were replaced.

Filed Jul 2, 2007 · Brakes · 81,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that all four brakes are failing on the vehicle. The vehicle makes squeaking noises each time the brake pedal is depressed. The mechanic stated that the rotors were warped and the brake pads were worn out. The vehicle is currently at the shop being repaired. The current and failure mileages were 81,000.

Filed Jun 18, 2007 · Brakes · 66,591 miles · MO

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler town and country. While driving 60 MPH, the front wheels locked up and the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was safely pulled over and was towed to a local mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed the cause of failure as a cracked brake piston. The caliper, brake lines, front brake rotors, and front brake pads were replaced. The contact has the failed parts. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage is 67,000 and failure mileage was 66,591.

Filed Nov 24, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 85,200 miles · IL

Purchased 2003 chrysler town and country in june of 2004 and have numerous problems. A/c has went out twice, brakes have been replaced twice, now van has lost power and they are replacing valve springs and other internal engine parts. I have had now recall notices or notifications from dealer.

Filed Feb 7, 2006 · Brakes · 6,000 miles · CA

Brakes (pads and rotors) wear out at approximately 6 months.

Filed Sep 29, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 25,000 miles · AZ

Dt: consumer purchased a new vehicle in 2003 and since then there have been numerous problems. Over the weekend, while driving 45 MPH the consumer applied brake pressure because she was approaching a red light and discovered there were no brakes. The brakes were mushy/loose and went to the floor. They were not responding to pressure. The consumer pumped brakes in up and down motion and they activated, but were weak in their response. The consumer was able to stop just barely missing another vehicle. Consumer drove vehicle about a mile to the dealership, who stated that master cylinder failed and would have to be replaced. A new master cylinder was ordered. However, the parts have not yet arrived. Consumer wished to file a complaint at this time even though she did not know the outcome of this repairs. This was the first time this happened with the brakes. *ak the consumer experienced transmission problems since the vehicle was purchased and the alternator was replaced.

Filed May 14, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · 22,000 miles · MN

I purchased my van in august of 2003. I noticed the brakes were squeaking and took it to the dealer to have them checked out. I was told that my front brackes had 15-20% of the pad left and that they should be replaced and the rotars turned .tthe vehicle has only 22,000 miles on it. It seems to me that brakes should last longer than 22,000 miles.I was told I must do allot of "city driving" I am now experiencing "rough,delayed shifting at about 15 MPH. Hesitation, clunk. The transmission has "slipped" out of gear while driving and also rough downshifting. I certainly expected a better quality manufactured vehiicle than what I have experienced so far. I doubt I will ever purchase another vehicle from chrysler!!.