2005 Chrysler Town and Country: engine failure

Filed Jun 11, 2019 · Electrical · 165,000 miles · MN

During a heavy traffic on hwy the engine died casing me to stop in the middle not being able to merge right or left. After several months of investigation, I found out that the electrical harness that powers the injectors was not well insulated causing the wires to melt. The ecu didn't record any codes which LED me to start the repair by elimination. The ecu was replaced and programmed because no codes were registered. The coil pack was replaced because of the random firing loss. The fuel pump was replaced because the new spark plugs were completely dry, and finally after replacing all sensors, the harness was checked for corrosion that where I found this section of the harness melted.

Filed Mar 8, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · 82,467 miles · MO

The first time, about a half mile after a fill-up while making a right hand turn, the engine died. Re-started without any other problems. Most of the time when this has happened is when making a turn but there has been times when stopped in traffic, the engine dies. Has always re-started. There has never been a failure if the tank is re-fueled to approximately 7/8 full.

Filed Dec 13, 2011 · Steering · 90,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that he would hear a noise coming from the steering column while driving approximately 15 MPH. The contact replaced the power steering pump himself, but the failure continued. The contact also stated that the noise had become louder over time. In addition, the steering wheel momentarily seized on one occasion. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2011 · Engine · 72,000 miles · CO

Chrysler 2005 town and country--car shaking that car seats would shake, making horrible engine noise, dealership refused to repair, three sets of brakes, oil pump failure, overall sensor failure, no light warnings, given warranty because of all the problems, but refused to repair final engine failure (rod blown), all regular maintenance was maintained by owner--three break downs.

Filed Dec 9, 2009 · Engine · 120,000 miles · IN

While driving the van it began surging, as if a fuel line problem, and then would die and each event the power steering would fail. I had to park the vehicle in a hospital parking lot and get it towed in morning. When attempting to start the vehicle, it made a very loud "clank" noise as if a rod broke. Result is a $5000.00 engine replacement due to a faulty computer which sent erratic signals to cam sensor. Vehicle has 120,000 miles....all commuting at gentle speeds (we have averaged 23-25 mpg so it is obvious we drive sensibly). We have been religious about service.....and can prove it. I have owned chrysler products since 1966 and this is the last!

Filed Jul 28, 2008 · Engine · 29,000 miles · NJ

While driving the car at night, without any warning, the engine began rattling. After having it towed to a local dealership, I was told the 7 year/70000 mile powertrain warranty would not be honored unless I can prove the vehicle was properly maintained. The car requires a new engine, which the estimated to be $8000. The car is 3.5 years old with 29,000 miles and had regular oil changes. Chrysler still refuses to honor the warranty.

Filed May 16, 2008 · Tires · MD

Tire pressure sensor monitor began flashing a message in march, 2008 that tire pressure was low. Mechanic checked and tires were fine. Had a flat tire (puncture) later that month and when I took car in, mechanic suggested replacing all four tires as they were the original tires on the vehicle and had 65,000 miles on them. When they went to replace the tires, had an additional expense of $300.00 because the tire pressure sensors had seized and could not be removed! Three had to be replaced! Only one was removable. Upon a call to the dealer was told that this sometimes happens because people put air in their tires at unknown locations and they can introduce moisture in the system. I do not put air in my tires - the mechanic does this for me - with very specialized equipment that does not produce moisture. The tire pressure system has been defective from day one - I have had to take to the dealer twice to have it reset because when the temperature drops in the winter (below 10 degrees) the monitors go off telling me I have low tire pressure.

Filed Jun 26, 2007 · Engine, Steering · 24,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the steering wheel locked and an unfamiliar noise was heard while attempting to turn the steering wheel. There were no warning indicator lights. The vehicle was driven to a chrysler dealer and liquid began pouring from the front end of the vehicle. The contact believes that the steering hose was replaced. Recently, the vehicle began to bounce and make a rattling noise. The vehicle was driven to a chrysler dealer and the mechanic replaced the engine mount. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage is 32,000 and failure mileage was 24,000.