The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Town and Country. The stated the vehicle was previously included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) and the vehicle was repaired under the recall. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired, while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and decelerated to approximately 10 MPH. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle and the vehicle revved, but the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the vehicle intermittently failed to start prior to the failure. The contact had to turn the key, release the key, and turn the key again before being able to start the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2009 Chrysler Town and Country electrical problems
453 complaints (64% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 84,200. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 453
- of this car's complaints
- 64%
- typical mileage
- 84,200
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition: module2
- Ignition2
- Wiring1
- Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer1
- Instrument panel: fuel gauge1
- Ignition: switch1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chrysler Town and Country electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Chrysler Town and Country electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 6,138 my 2009 town and country and dodge grand caravan vehicles. Unused electrical connectors for the blind spot detection system may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions.
- Risk
- If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connectors could overheat and potentially catch fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will seal the power circuit at the subject connector and replace the fuse for this circuit if necessary free of charge. The recall began on march 9, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 09V046000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
In a letter dated August 21, 2014, the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) petitioned the federal safety agency to initiate a defect investigation of alleged failures associated with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) installed in Chrysler SUV?s, trucks, and vans beginning in the 2007 model year. The petitioner alleges that TIPM defects may result in engine stall, airbag non-deployment, failure of fuel pump shutoff resulting in unintended acceleration, fire, and other symptoms. On September 25, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened DP14-004 to evaluate the petition for a grant or deny decision. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by CAS as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers. In total, there were 296 complaints submitted by the petitioner in the original petition and five supplements, including 271 complaints related to the subject vehicles equipped with TIPM-7. Approximately 3 percent of CAS complaints are related to vehicles equipped with TIPM-6 and ODI?s review of these complaints did not identify any safety defect trends. ODI conducted a detailed review of complaints narratives submitted by CAS and consumers including careful analysis of vehicle repair histories, warranty claims obtained from the manufacturer and any available Customer Assistance Inquiry reports (CAIR). Analysis of the field data indicated that MY2011-2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles exhibited significantly higher complaint rates related to fuel pump relay (FPR) failures than other subject vehicles. In a September 3, 2014 letter to the federal safety agency, Chrysler submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) identifying a defect in the FPR within the TIPM-7 which can result in a no start or stall condition in approximately 188,723 model year (MY) 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK) and Dodge Durango (WD) vehicles manufactured from January 5, 2010 through July 20, 2011 (14V‑530).In a February 24, 2015 letter, Chrysler submitted a second DIR expanding the scope of the FPR defect condition to include an additional 338,216 MY 2012 through 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured from September 17, 2010 through August 19, 2013 and MY 2012 through 2013 Dodge Durango vehicles manufactured from January 18, 2011 through August 19, 2013 (15V‑115).ODI analysis of the CAS allegations of TIPM defects resulting in stall while driving, airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration, fire and other faults identified a single defect condition related to 1 of over 60 different circuits in the TIPM assembly. The most common effect of this defect condition, related to the fuel pump relay, was a no-start concern, but it could also result in stall while driving (76 complaints). No valid evidence was presented in support of claims related to airbag non-deployment, unintended acceleration or fire resulting from TIPM faults and these claims were found to be wholly without merit based on review of the field data and design of the relevant systems and components.Except insofar as the petitioner's contentions relate to the defect condition addressed by the Chrysler recalls, the factual bases of the petitioner's contentions that any further investigation is necessary are unsupported. In our view, additional investigation is unlikely to result in a finding that a defect related to motor vehicle safety exists or a the federal safety agency order for the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect as alleged by the petitioner at the conclusion of the requested investigation. Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize the federal safety agency's limited resources to best accomplish the agency's safety mission, the petition is den
DP14004
What 2009 Chrysler Town and Country owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was driving down the road and suddenly my van shut down causing me to drive over a curb and now my van does not start it cranks and there is a spark however it does not turnover and start and does not run!
Vehicle shuts off while driving
The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repair of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags). However, upon driving the vehicle after the repair, she noticed that the speedometer and fuel gauge were no longer operating as needed. The dealer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 131,645.
The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle inadvertently stalled and the ignition key was released. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she reinserted the key into the ignition switch and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred as she was attempting to pull into a parking space. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the camshaft had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred twice while driving from the independent mechanic to her residence. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic. The contact contacted an unknown dealer who advised that they were not aware of that specific failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 174,000.
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) gives false warnings of tires losing pressure. The flashing Yellow dashboard warning lights and audible alarm sounds and the dash display switches to show the four tire pressures. One by one the pressure of each of the four tires switches to horizontal lines until all four tire pressures are shown as horizontal lines. Meanwhile after many seconds the Warning Light becomes a steady yellow light. This steady yellow light and false flat tire readings continue for many miles (which can be over 50 miles). Sometimes parking and turning off the ignition resets the system. Sometimes restarting the vehicle just has it continue with the false readings. The false readings happen on smooth expressways and other roads as well. Sometimes they happen several times within a week. Other times weeks go by between false readings. The false audible and warning light are safety hazards because they are distracting, especially when it happens in a construction zone. This is a one owner vehicle and has been the subject of numerous complaints to the selling dealer about this issue. The dealer has been unable to repair the defect despite changing the module and tire sensors. Their history confirms failed repair efforts to fix the problem for several years at least back to November 3, 2016 despite being shown videos of the problem while the problem takes place.
Our 2009 chrysler town and country is having major issues. The dashboard lights keep going on and off the speedometer won't work when this is happening also the windshield wipers go on automatically with me putting them on and won't stop. Sometimes while this occurs our automatic door won't operate or radio. We got a new alternator a new battery a new iod fuse and it's still happening i wasn't sure if this was a normal occurrence for chryslers so I did some research my van isn't the only one with the same issues we unfortunately bought it used a few months ago and can't take it back to the lot.
It just went out while driving on ford rd in michigan while turning in the turning lane.
There was a recall on this model for the ignition key switch. I had it repaired through the recall on 1-13-2016. It is now 2021 and the problem has returned. When key is in the ignition it turns but won't start the car. I have to repeatedly turn it on and off. While driving the dash light come on indicating a slippery brake lights warning. When I first start it up, I can't get it out of park with brake applied. I have to turn it off and remove key and re-insert and turn it on. I contacted chrysler they said there was only a 2 year warranty on the recalled part and I would have to pay for a new key unit. This is a repeat problem and needs another recall. The win module is acting up again. I went online at repairpal.com and there are hundreds of complaints about the same issue. I only have 34000 miles on this 2009 van.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags). The vehicle was taken to asheboro chrysler dodge jeep ram (1709 e dixie dr, asheboro, nc 27203) where she had the recall repair performed. Upon return of the vehicle, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start-up intermittently with the check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with a defective module that needed to be replaced by the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and the contact was informed that the original dealer would repair the vehicle for the failure. The contact then had the vehicle towed back to the same dealer where she was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. Once the battery was replaced, she was later informed that they would not perform a diagnostic due to the vehicle starting with a new battery. She was also informed that since the check engine warning light was not illuminated, the mechanic could not correctly diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was 98,000.
Questions about the 2009 Chrysler Town and Country electrical
Does the 2009 Chrysler Town and Country have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 453 complaints about the electrical of the 2009 Chrysler Town and Country, 64% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2009 Chrysler Town and Country electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 84,200 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Chrysler Town and Country electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 09V046000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chrysler Town and Country have the most electrical problems?
The Chrysler Town and Country model years with the most electrical complaints are 2008 (1,242 complaints), 2010 (978 complaints) and 2011 (523 complaints).
Other 2009 Chrysler Town and Country problems
Airbags 191Engine 106Brakes 69Steering 36Transmission 33Wheels 33Driver assistance 23Tires 23Acceleration 19Body 12Visibility 11Fuel system 9Lights 9Seats 7Locks 4Suspension 4
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