2003 Chrysler Town and Country: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Aug 8, 2013 · Engine · 88,000 miles · OH

I was driving and my engine started to knock so I thought that it may need a oil change ut it was time yet I still have another 1467 mile to go before it was due. So I took it in to have it done anyway. They mechanic stated that my rod and bearing went out. Then he also stated if he wasn't correct that in 2003 end and the beginning of 04 they did a recall on the bearings. Which noone was never notified of it. So now my cars just sitting there.

Filed Jun 20, 2006 · Engine · 50,000 miles · NJ

On 6/14/2006, we were driving our 2003 chrysler town & country on a 4 lane highway when we experienced an engine knock and loss of power. Luckily, we were able to safely get the vehicle off the roadway. Upon checking the oil, it was found to be "full" and transparent on the dipstick. Subsequently, the vehicle was towed to a chrysler 5 star dealer where diagnostics were performed. The vehicle has approximately 50,000 miles on the original engine and is covered by the manufacturers 7 year, 70000 mile power train warranty. The dealership determined that the engine failed "due to lack of maintenance", with a buildup of sludge in the engine. We were bewildered by this pronouncement, as we had always done all scheduled preventative maintenance on this vehicle. We asked that the oil pan not be dumped and that a sample of oil be tested, as the last oil change was within the last 250 miles and they were claiming that the "oil was filthy". We were told that we would need to provide the dealer with 5 documented oil changes, and we told them that wouldn't be a problem. We were able to fax to them within 28 hours, the 5 documented oil changes they requested, and also let them know that more would be forthcoming. Before the additional documentation was provided to the dealer, our warranty claim was denied on 6/16/2006. We again explained that more documentation of further oil changes was forthcoming and we were very concerned that this claim was being denied. Additional documentation was faxed to the dealer verifying oil changes roughly every 3000 miles. We have proof of 17 documented oil changes in 50,000 miles - more than required. Again, our warranty claim has been denied. Chrysler has a history of engines failing at roughly the same mileage, blaming the consumer for "lack of maintenance" and then denying the warranty claims despite proof of maintenance. Something catastrophic happened to this engine, and it has nothing to do with maintenance.

Filed Mar 21, 2006 · Steering, Suspension · 28,000 miles · VA

End joints on front sway bar broke, causing handling problems and load knock in front end.

Filed Nov 23, 2004 · Steering · GA

The federal safety agency recall 04v386000 on the power steering fluid leakage. A few weeks after having the upper power steering cooler hose replaced, the consumer noticed that fluid was leaking. Also there was a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. Please provide further details.

Filed Oct 1, 2004 · Steering · WV

While driving and turning consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Suddenly the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle , and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that steering pump needed to be replaced and replaced it three times. However, the problem recurred.