2010 Chrysler Town and Country: rotors or pads wearing out early

Filed Mar 25, 2015 · Brakes · 600 miles · NY

While driving at highway speeds approximately 55 MPH, and then heavy traffic ahead if I depress my brake pedal the entire car shakes like real violently. I call the dealer they said we are aware of a problem, call for an appointment, when they looked at is about 2 months later they said it is under warranty they had to replace the warped rotors, and brake pads. Everything was fine till about 3 weeks latter it was doing it again I was told again the rotors are warped and I would have to pay a $100 deductible, I told them it is bran new I refuse to pay this. I left the dealer. After a week later I bring it in again the front rotors and pads along with the same in the rear, they said they changed the front rotors and pads out of good faith, I told them thanks for fixing the lemon. They said the vehicle will not pass inspection with the rear like that, I told them they should use better parts, and I will start using another dealer, so I did. Since then chrysler has issued 2 recalls, one for the front rotors only, and a $100 deductible, and another recall having to do with the front wheel bearings. I was able to fix the rear and front brake pads, and rotors my self using a brand called raybestos they are aware of the chrysler defect and make a problem free rotor for the fix, I have had it installed so far for 2 years problem free. Raybestos advanced technology rotors and pads.

Filed Mar 25, 2015 · Wheels · 6,000 miles · NY

After putting some mileage on the vehicle, I start to notice uneven wear on the tires this is with going to the dealer every 3,000 miles or every 3 months for their recommended oil changes, and tire rotations. I also notice a crack on the sidewall I spoke to the dealer they said it is not covered. I was upset it is a new vehicle with about 6000 miles, they refuse to seek any free fix. At this time as I drive the vehicle I can feel the roads every imperfection due to the early premature wear of the tires.

Filed Dec 23, 2014 · Brakes · 25,359 miles · IL

Vehicle was brought it to original dealership for a "winter maintenance" special. Dealership called claiming that both rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced due to excessive wear yet the vehicle only has 25k miles on it. This is extremely premature wear for a vehicle in my opinion. I do not understand how a vehicle can destroy both its brake pad and rotor unless there is a design defect or known sub-par parts.

Filed Mar 4, 2013 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · CA

Rear brake rotors warped after 13.000 miles. Chrysler says only front brake warping covered by special extended warranty.

Filed Jan 19, 2012 · Brakes · 17,834 miles · NY

Rear brake pads worn and rear rotors found to be out of round.chrysler extended warranty on front brakes to 3 years or 36,000 miles. My front brake pads and rotors were replaced at 17,843 miles by chrysler for a $50.00 doller deductible, but was told about rear brake problem also. My question is, most of the braking is done by the front brakes I think the rear brakes were compromised due to front brake failure. I was charged for rear rotors to be resurfaced and pads replaced. I think when this occurs at the same milage, chrysler should make good for both front and rear brakes.

Filed Aug 20, 2011 · Brakes · 14,195 miles · PA

2010 chrysler town & country - at 14,000 miles (11 months), I needed to have both the front and rear rotors turned due to excessive vibration during braking. Since this was outside the 12 month/12,000 mile "free adjustments" period, it cost me $295 at my local chrysler dealer. Considering the number of complaints I see logged against current chrysler/dodge minivans since 2008 for warped rotors and excessive brake wear, it think it is reasonably obvious that the brakes are undersized for the vehicles and should be investigated by the government.

Filed Jul 11, 2011 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · MI

Faulty brakes at low vehicle mileage. Applying brakes at highway speeds results in excessive vehicle shudder probably due to warped rotors. This in turn results in higher than normal stopping distances. My family and I have 5 chrysler group vehicles, 2008 thru 2010, all with the same problem, some with mileage as low as 5000 miles. My chrysler minivan currently has about 10000 miles. The dealer said they would normally fix it under warranty, but since it has been in service for more than 12 months, they can't/won't do anything about it. Brakes are only covered for 12mo or 12000 miles. In my opinion this is a product deficiency and, more importantly, a safety defect that chrysler has had on various models for a number of model years. These vehicles should be recalled.

Filed Jul 11, 2011 · Brakes · 7,550 miles · PA

Brakes started shuddering at 7,550. Took to dealership. Verified concern, found front brake rotors warped. "runout" on left front rotor and right front rotor. Problem persisted. Removed and replaced front brake rotors. We replaced the front rotors (dealership would not cover). Vehicle back to dealership at 19,012 miles, brakes shuddering again. Rear rotors warped (dealership would not cover), we replaced rear rotors. Brake shudder again at 24,806, returned once again to dealership. Acknowledged pulsation. Nothing done. We kept the 2nd set of rotors from the front. Will continue to keep parts. We have a small child that rides in the car daily. Extremely concerned regarding safety.