2003 Chrysler Town and Country: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed May 28, 2008 · Steering · 41,000 miles · NC

Steering locks up during cold and/or wet conditions. I grinding noise is always present but gets very loud during slow turns. On first dealer visit I was told the ps pump was the problem and there was a recall pertaining to that unit. After the recall service was performed, the same noise was diagnosed as a brake problem. Now that the brake caliperand rotors have been replaced the dealer indicated rack system needs to be replaced. This has become more than a nuisance it is a safety issue when steering become unreliable.

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 Jan 3, 2006 · Steering · 43,000 miles · NY

Grinding noise was coming after 15 min of driving. Dealer diagnosed with description: line power 19058007; fp-number 4743473-ae. In 2004 there was recall with a recall id 04v386000. Dealer description: hose power 19058007; fp-number cbxgd370. Did not get proper explanation when I called 1‑800‑992‑1997 customer service and 1‑800‑853‑1403. In fact, same person answered the both instances and she told me that she cannot help with technical matters.

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!!.

Filed Jan 28, 2005 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · GA

I purchased my vechicle in july of 2003. In august of 2003 with about 20,000 miles on it my front brakes had to be replaced. I thought brakes should last much longet than that. The dealership replaced the brakes for me and I chose less expensive ones(180.00) not cheap. He told me they would squeak. Ok so they squeaked for months and this past week my rear brakes went bad. I questioned that I have not even had this 1.5 years and have had to replace both front and rear brakes(300.00). He told me they do not make them like they used to. I would expect them to be better today. I am very dissappointed in this van. I will probably never buy a chrysler again considering I have already spent 500.00 on the brakes.

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Body, Brakes · NC

The vehicle would not start. The consumer had to use the battery from another vehicle. *la the consumer started to have problems with a rattle in the door, the brakes squeaked, the air and heating would go up by itself, the back automatic hatch was not working and would come open while the vehicle was in motion, there was a loud grinding when the vehicle was placed in reverse due to a faulty accumulator and the check engine light had come on due to the transmission solenoid pack, there was a roaring sound when the vehicle was in motion, the passenger side seat belt was tangled and the drivers side seat belt retractor was faulty, a component was loose in the drivers seat back, there was noise in the sliding door on the right side, the brakes smelled smokey and were scrubbing, the clip on the cup holder was broken and the battery kept dying and would not hold charge. *sc

Filed Jun 29, 2004 · Steering · FL

While driving and turning a loud squeaking noise was heard from the front. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that steering pump/ rack and pinion, and hoses were replaced. Also, mechanic informed consumer that the vehicle was operating as designed. Consumer advised the mechanic that problem recurred, and had not been resolved.