1. Brakes/rotors on 2008 chrysler town & country need to be replaced at 12,000 miles; 2. Had to replace front brakes again at 20,000 miles and rear at 27,000 which is unheard of (I have been driving a dozen different vehicles since 1983). 3. Chrysler covered the first job since the vehicle had under 12,000 miles on it. I have since spent over $600 and based on this frequency, will be spending again soon. Keep in mind this is a $42,000 vehicle - this should not be happening. I called chrysler (both the dealer and the main corporate office) and they informed me that they will not cover this item.
2008 Chrysler Town and Country brakes complaints
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2008 town and country mini van - complete transmission rebuilt at 13,000 miles, had to replace front brakes at 20,000 miles, shifter cable damaged and had to replace.
Had to replace my brake pads and rotors on my 2008 town & country at only 18000 miles. That is unacceptable!!!!!
At 16,000 had to replace front brake pads dealer said possibly rotors as well 2008 chrysler t&c touring van. Rotors did not need changed but 16,000 miles are ridiculous for a brake pad change. Dealer said this is normal and had seen pad changes as early as 12,000 miles...you've got to be kidding!
2008 town & country chrysler mini-van needed complete front brake replacement including rotors. Shop repairing brakes said they had seen this on several other vans of the same year and with similar low mileage. I owned a toyota highlander for over 3 years and never needed to do any brake work. Why would the brakes need to be completely replaced in little over a year of use and with less than 24k miles?
After only 3000 miles I took it to the dealership (jan09) because I noticed that the front left rotor had abnormal grooves on it- I know a smooth rotor, and that one was not! Right front rotor was smooth. Dealership returned vehicle saying all conditions normal- they didn't tell me about this huge problem- I had to find out about it myself! Later, at 16,000 miles brakes squeaked under all braking conditions. Later, at 21,000 miles of normal city & highway driving & not harsh braking, I read about these multiple complaints and went to my local service station- yup, replace front pads & rotors for $350. Rotors were 1.075 and 1.079 (min spec 1.040); pads were 90% worn. I then called chrysler customer service rep and senior resolution team- no luck. I went to a different dealership- no luck. Luckily for me based on my own intuition and research, I found out about the problem before my wife & kids were harmed by unsafe brakes. 21k miles for new brakes- you've got to be kidding me! I currently hold the failed parts. Pls help me & others.
Brakes on 2008 chrysler town and country prematurely worn at 23,000 miles. Brakes were inspected by an authorized dealer at 19,200 miles during a routine tire rotation and no notification of worn brake pads was given. At approximately 22,000 miles we began to hear a light grinding in the front right wheel during braking. We took the vehicle into an authorized dealer at 23,600 miles for inspection of the grinding, which had gotten significantly worse. I was notified that the brakes were down to metal on metal and the rotors were too far gone to resurface. Authorized dealer replaced the rotors, brake pads, and flushed and replaced the brake fluid at the owner's expense of $575. This appears to be premature for pads to go to metal on metal at only 23,600 miles with no prior notification. There was no warning of worn brake pads such as a wear sensor or indicator which causes a squealing in the brakes on most vehicles. First indication that the pads were worn was when the metal on metal sound was heard.
7/31/09 - 21,897 vehicle miles - brakes began squeaking - dealer rep. Recommended we wash any brake dust out of the wheels to see if that resolved the problem. 8/5/09 - brought the vehicle back to the dealer as this did not resolve the problem. It was squeaking and making a crunching sound when braking, like metal to metal. Believe it was unsafe to drive - had the vehicle towed to the dealer. Vehicle had 22,009 miles. We were told the front brake pads were at 26.97 and minimum specs are 26.4. The dealer replaced the front brake pads and front rotors were turned. We were told the rotors did not need replacing at that time. 8/25/09 - we were still experiencing a pulsation when braking. Took the vehicle to our personal mechanic. They replaced and resurfaced the front rotors that were warped. The brakes felt better but we still noticed an unusual shuddering and heard a deep creaking sound at the tail end while braking. Our personal mechanic advised the rear pads needed replacing and the rear rotors had 45% wear. Fearing we would have to replace the rear rotors in the near future, we opted to save labor charges later and have both the rear pads and rotors replaced. The brakes are performing wonderfully now and are very smooth. We feel they are safe. We are concerned though that we will have to replace pads and rotors every 20,000 miles and believe this is unsafe and unreasonable. We have owned many chrysler & dodge vehicles in the past and specifically bought this based on our past positive experiences with these vehicles. I am the principal driver of the vehicle and have never had this problem with any vehicles I have owned in the past. My driving conditions and style have not changed either.
The front brakes on my 2008 chrysler town and country needs to be replaced....the vehicle only has 26000 miles on it, at a cost of several hundred dollars. After researching blogs, etc., I have discovered that many other owners have experienced the same problem (including the dodge caravans) and I believe it's a serious issue that requires chrysler to cover the costs we (the consumers) have incurred because of this defect. That should be enough to raise a red flag, but I know we are not the only consumers with this problem. Chrysler/dodge has even acknowledged the issue with tsb #05-006-08 issued 12-08-2009. But it is not cover by the warranty.
I purchased my 2008 t & c 4 months ago and it has 14,000 and it now has only 17,000 miles. I took it to the dealer today because it was making noises that sounded like there was something wrong with the brakes and also for the dvd player, and the outlet that wasn't working the back. They told me the brake pads and rotors would have to be replaced. I would have to fork out $400. This is obviously an ongoing problem that chrysler needs to own up to and fix. They already got me for the cost of the van and now it seems every 5-10,000 they will be getting me for $400 because I am going to have to replace the brakes and rotors.
Needs new front pads and rotors at 14,000 miles. I made the mistake of waiting to long to report problem because the warranty is 12,000 miles and problem started well before 12,000 miles.
Have brake failure at 17,000 miles. Brakes were making noise starting at about 3,000 to 4,000 miles had brakes checked at dealership at about 9,000 miles, pads were inspected to be ok and they turned the rotors. However, they continued to make noise. Took vehicle into dealership at 17,000 miles and they informed me that it was unsafe to drive. Pads and rotors needed to be replaced as it was metal on metal and chrysler was not going to cover it under warranty.
New 2008 chrysler town and country in april 2008. October 2009, with 18,600 miles, noise was coming from front end when brakes applied. Dealer had to replace front pads and rotors. Pads wore to metal without any warnings and gouged the rotor. Rear brakes were worn to 35% and were replaced also. Dealer blamed it on a heavier van and our type of driving and to expect to have to do brake work again in 15,000 to 20,000 miles. We have had many cars/vans, have not changed our type of driving and never replaced brakes with this low mileage. This is a safety issue and should be investigated and recalled.
I recently had to replace the front brakes on my 2008 chrysler town and country....the vehicle only has 24748 miles on it and is 18 months old, at a cost of several hundred dollars. After researching blogs, etc., I have discovered that many other owners have experienced the same problem and I believe it's a serious issue that requires chrysler to cover the costs we (the consumers) have incurred because of this defect. There was another vehicle, a 2008 dodge caravan, in the shop at the exact same time as my vehicle. It had approximately the same amount of miles on it and was being serviced for the exact same problem. That should be enough to raise a red flag, but I know we are not the only consumers with this problem.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler town and country mini van. The vehicle was taken to a local shop and he was advised that the rotors and brake pads on all four wheels needed to be replaced at an expense of $950.00. He filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 16,000. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.
I have a chrysler town and country which I bought new. It has 21,000 miles and have just replaced the brake pads. I have driven many different makes of vehicles and have never had to replace brake pads at such a low mileage. I am not a driver that 'rides the brakes'. I was told at the dealership that they have had to replace most town and country brake pads at about 20,000. Obviously this is a faulty part. I suppose the rear brake pads will be next. I have seen many letters on internet forums complaining of the same problem. I think these brakes should be recalled before someone is killed. Please investigate the life of these brake pads.
Chrysler town and county 2008 limited, brakes and rotors need to be replace at 21,000 miles. Normal highway and city driving. Having to replace brakes at 21,000 miles is unheard of for other manufacturers.
2008 chrysler town & country front brakes have worn out at 21,00 miles. We have purchased or leased 13 new cars in the past 15 years. Brakes have never worn out this quickly before. Chrysler will not fix this problem.
My 2008 chrysler town and country's brakes have failed at 16,000 miles. Fortunately, there wasn't an accident, but this is a serious safety concern. Ewald (milwaukee) my dealer has to completely replace my front and rear brakes. From my internet research, there seems to be thousands of people with the same problem. I have contacted chrysler.
We have had to replace the brakes and rotors 3 times in our 2008 chrysler town and country van. The first at about 15,000 miles at a cost of 400.00, the second at a cost of 300.00 at 24,000, and now at 34500 miles another set of brakes. The brakes are defective and need to be recalled and replacement vehicles given. Dealership admits problem, but no recourse against chrysler.
2008 chrysler town & country. Took car to dealership because brake light was coming on & brakes not working properly. Dealer said front brakes were down to metal on metal. $495 to replace pads and rotors. Only 23,500 miles on the garage kept vehicle. Not covered under warranty. Rotors are badly grooved with shredded metal hanging off. Dealership service department says the brakes are only lasting 20-25,000 miles on the minivans. At a minimum, the rotors should be covered under warranty, but pads and rotors should last longer than 23,500 miles.
Faulty brakes on my 2008 chrysler town & country limited. My van has 49,897 miles on it and it needs a 5th set of front pads. The 4th set of pads were replaced on 7-9-09 when the vehicle had 39,525 miles on it. At that time the front pads, front rotors, rear pads and rear rotors had to be replaced. Three months later on 10-10-09 I was informed that the front pads needed to be replaced again with 49,897 miles on the vehicle. Each time the brakes were oem parts replaced by the dealer. This is a very dangerous situation because the brakes are not making any noises, but could give out at any moment causing a very serious accident. There is obviously something wrong with the braking system and I am requesting a recall from chrysler.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chrysler town & country. The contact stated that his front brakes were completely worn out. The brake pads and rotors on the front and back of his vehicle were replaced. The dealer stated that it was a common problem with his year, make and model vehicle. The manufacturer stated that since there were no existing recalls or warranties, the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. The failure mileage was 24,395.
At just over 16k miles I had to get the front brake pads and disc brakes replaced as they had worn down to metal on metal. The screeching noise had started about 3 months before this - assumed it was dirt from a new england winter. Never would have thought it was the brakes wearing down to nothing at around 12 - 13k miles. This is unheard of for brake life. The line I was given by the dealer, was that is normal based on how mom's drive the cars around town all the time. '!@#$% if you ask me. Did the same driving with my maxima and never had this problem. Told my dealer to keep the car, I did not want it anymore. That got them to deal with me a bit, but I still ended up paying over a hundred dollars. Now, 4 months and ~ 3,500 miles later, the rear brakes are squeaking. I am sure those will need to be replaced. At only 20k miles, this seems ungodly. Can't wait to see the bill chrysler is going to hit me with for this one. They clearly know there is a problem and are just not willing to deal with it. Am simply waiting for the front ones to wear out again. Have never had such a problem on a car before. Luckily the horrible squeaking and massive amounts of brake dust alert one to a problem prior to the brakes failing totally causing a major and potentially fatal accident. Please, please, please get chrysler to issue a recall and fix the brake problems on the 2008 t&c before it becomes fatal.
I have a 2008 chrysler town and county. I purchased this in dec 2008. At 15k in feb 2009 I had to have the front brake pads replaced. I was informed then that my rear brakes had approx 30% wear left. It is now oct 2009 and I have to replace my rear brake pads I have 26k miles on my vehicle. My last vehicle was also a town and country and I had to replace the front bakes at 20k. Previously I owned a oldsmobile silhouette I turned this vehicle in with 60k and never had to replace my brakes. Chrysler needs to held accountable for this brake problem. I have seen countless blogs concerning this issue. I turn my car in march 2010, I will not be replacing this with a chrysler vehicle.
Problem : heard squealing noise at 13,000 miles. Undiagnosed at the dealer. Raised issue again at dealer at 16,500km miles. Diagnosis was completely worn (and inadequate) rear brakes. Dealer tech agreed this is a flaw and safety issue, and quite common among newly designed 2008 town & country and should be a recall event. Remedy : parts replaced at owners expense. Complaint : inadequate brakes for a vehicle this size and weight, premature failure at 11-15k miles without warning is unacceptable and dangerous.
I purchased a new 2008 chrysler town and country minivan. After only 25,000 miles the front and rear brakes and rotors have failed, costing thousands of dollars in repair work.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chrysler town & country. She experienced premature wear on the brake pads. The brakes are being replaced at her expense. The failure and current mileages were 20,000.
We lease a 2008 chrysler town and country. At around 15,000 miles the front brake pads needed replaced and I was told that "I must be a heavy braker." at 22,000 miles we had our brake pads replaced and rotors resurfaced to the tune of $334.63. Less than one month later, we were getting the now familiar grinding sound upon braking so I took it back to our mechanic who said that he should have just replaced the rotors in the first place so he replaced the brake pads and rotors and only charged us for the rotors and ate the cost of the pads and labor. A week and a half later I had to return the car to the mechanic for a horrible squealing whenever I braked. He fixed it and charged me nothing. Now 4 months and 5,000 miles later, my brakes are again grinding horribly like they were in may (22,000 mi) and the brakes and possibly rotors need replaced again. I have owned dodge caravans, a 2005 town and country and now this one and have never had brake problems like this so I don't think that my braking habits are to blame. Also, after one year, the ignition switch started to "stick" in the wrong position upon starting the car and would leave me with no electronic power in the car. No lights, radio, locks, dash display, etc. Which is very dangerous because if I try to correct it while driving and the car turns off, I am moving with no power steering or brakes.
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