2010 Chrysler Town and Country: windshield wiper failure

Filed Apr 6, 2023 · Electrical · SC

My 2010 Chrysler Town and Country has been showing signs of an electrical issue since I purchased it. It first started with the windshield wipers and the radio coming on and off by itself. As time went on, the vehicle would lose power as I was driving. When I attempted to accelerate, the engine would rev up but the van would continue to lose speed. It continued this way for a while, until eventually it started shutting down. I have to try to get the van on the side of the road before it shuts off and restart it. Most of the time, it will restart and drive like normal. However, it wouldn't restart and had to be taken to a mechanic. At this point, the doors on the van will open and close automatically; including the tailgate. I have kids and I'm worried that the doors will open while I'm driving on the highway. Even worst, I have been in several situations where the car has stalled or shut off without the person behind me knowing I'm having an issue. This has happened in traffic within city limits, and also on the busy highway. This could have led to an accident. Again, I have children and this is very unsafe. Additionally, I've already been through one vehicular electrical fire where I could have died. This is unsafe. The issue is with the control computer (I believe it may be called the ECM); which is located somewhere above the driver's side front tire. I've spent thousands of dollars since purchasing the van in 2016 trying to figure out this issue.

Filed Apr 12, 2021 · Airbags, Electrical · 230,000 miles · MN

Vin# [xxx] ~ a 2010 chrysler (t&c 230k miles) after turning vehicle on or while driving, these things often happen: 1) front windshield wipers come on by themselves.... 2) windows cannot be rolled down at any time while driving or parked 3) dash lights come on (esp, air bag off, RPM, MPH, fuel, etc 4) one cannot open the car doors to let people in unless the vehicle is off (only thennnn you can push the key fab unlock button and let people in....so sad).... Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 27, 2020 · Electrical, Visibility · 55,000 miles · FL

For the last 2-1-2 to 3 years I have been having problems where all of my indicator lights on the dash - they will start flashing on and off, audio alarm (dinging) goes off, speedometer, RPM/temp gages repeatedly goes back and forth from max to min and windshield wipers will come on. At times turing off the ignition will resolve the problem and at others they just stop by themselves. I have also found that I can temporary alleviate these problems for a few weeks to a couple of months by removing the negative terminal off of the battery and pulling the 60 amp main fuse for 30 - 60minutes. Google sites states this problem is due to a bus/grounding problem. I finally took the vehicle into a chrysler shop and was advised that the problem was due to a shorted cable that connected to center monitor of my ves system, which was also bad. The last time I used the ves system was two months ago so this does not logically explain why I have been experiencing the problem for almost 3 years. Also this same cable shorted out causing the monitor to go bad and was replaced approximately 7 years ago by the same dealer who now has the vehicle and the indication at that time was that my ves system was inoperable. As this problem has occurred intermittently while driving it presents a safety problem. I called chrysler's customer complaint department and was advised that the only action that they could take was to call the dealer, advise them that a complaint had been lodged and write up the complaint. Their suggestion was that due to past negative experiences that I have had with this dealership was to take the vehicle to another dealer - no help at all and due to their lack of action an insult to the being called a customer complaint department, bottom line I have a vehicle with serious safety issues which chrysler will not address. Search google for online examples.

Filed Jan 27, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 104,000 miles · FL

Since purchase, the vehicle has had multiple erratic no starts, caution lights illuminate, wipers activate, horn sound off, and an array of other electrical bugs. After taking the vehicle to the dealership multiple times with could not duplicate actions, I was told that the floor mat was sticking under the pedal contacting a sensor causing the no start issues, which is documented on their service report. Since then, we have dealt with the issues as they were sporadic. Now, the no start condition has LED to the replacement of the tipm unit as well as 2 fuel pumps. It was towed today for the same faulty conditions that LED to the expensive repairs. While we have had issues with intermittent electrical bugs while moving, the majority of our issues have involved no movement as the most common issue is the no start condition. My vehicle has been in the shop the last 3 weeks, required two tows, and is continuously burning up fuel pumps. Chrysler has not modified/re-engineered their tipm unit according to the dealership as the part number has never changed. I am concerned that I have another faulty tipm module causing damage to my vehicle, which has decreased the reliability. All of my receipts are in the glove box of the vehicle which is sitting at the dealership, so I cannot upload the documents showing the repairs right now.

Filed Nov 26, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · AL

It began with the front wipers coming on (as if it was raining) on a sunny day.. And the switch wouldn't shut it off. Have to pull the fuse to get them to stop. Then this progressed into not cranking, as if dead battery. I believe my problem is in the keyless switch.. As the battery is new, and I've had both battery and alternator checked. Both ok!

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Brakes, Electrical · 130,000 miles · MD

I purchased this car two years ago with a limited mile warranty. A month later the ignition module went, we are constantly taking the car to have breaks front and back and rotors repaired every month on the vehicle. We were given a false carfax report as well. If that wasn't enough there was a faulty spark plug which cost me 800.00 to remove the head gasket to replace the plugs that were never replaced and had dry rotted. This occurred in july of 2017 after I spent 3k in rental cars to get to and from work. On 8/4/2017 the thermostat blew which cost 200.00 to repair now the catalyct converter is gone and on 8/5/2017 the car was acting possessed. I came outside side to start the vehicle and noticed the windshield wipers were going off and the car smelt as if it were burning. They keys were not in the vehicle. I need help I have a family size of 6 with small children that ride in this unsafe vehicle every day. It is our only means of transportation to and from work and additionally I pay a monthly car payment of $410.00 not including insurance.

Filed May 1, 2017 · Electrical, Visibility · 75,000 miles · CO

Tipm went bad on a vehicle with 75k miles, rendering the windshield wipers and power door locks unuseable. One repair to replace "shorted out" windshield wiper motor was not effective.

Filed Oct 4, 2016 · Lights · 131,271 miles · IL

Headlights went out while driving. First during daylight; then at night while driving home. Dangerous and scary. Next days, the lights would work and then not work. Took van to dealership. Diagnosed as a faulty tipm that would cost $1275 to replace. What is sooo galling is reading about many, many, many, many other car owners who have had also been told to replace the tipm in a variety of chrysler vehicles. Many of these stories are hair raising in the descriptions of danger--cars suddenly stopping on the highway, light going out on dark nights, wipers going nuts or quitting; horns blaring; terrified parents and children. Why no recall???? Is chrysler waiting until people are killed?? Sad, sad commentary on this american product. I feel violated and unprotected as a consumer. It is troubling to be told we need to pay $1275 for a part that has been complained about to chrysler for years and feel relieved that we weren't in a terrible car crash. Something is so not right here.

Filed Sep 13, 2016 · Acceleration, Electrical · 83,000 miles · NC

All warning lights on dash board light up while driving. Wipers come on(won't shut off), if cruise control is on gears won't change. Happens on city street and highway. Purchased in 2014 has been checked 3 times. Temporary fix 2 times. Third time I was told the best guess would cost $1,000.00. Emphasized that this is a guess. When I stop the vehicle and take the key out and put it back in and restart the car it helps.

Filed Jun 10, 2016 · Electrical · 94,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chrysler town and country. While driving at any speed, the vehicle lost power, the headlights turned off, the fuel gauge indicator displayed an incorrect reading, the window and door locks were not able to unlock with the button, the speedometer failed, and the windshield wipers turned on and could not turn off. The failures occurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 94,000.

Filed Jan 9, 2016 · Electrical · 40,000 miles · KY

When driving at 35 MPH, the van's lights, wipers, turn signals, radio all went out and braking became difficult. Pulled over and restarted the car and everything worked again. Maybe part of l25 recall. Called 2 chrysler dealers after incident and have been on a waiting list for over a year to get the recall done - no parts available from chrysler.

Filed Jan 7, 2016 · Visibility · 25,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the rear windshield wiper failed to function. The rear windshield arm was made of plastic causing the contact to replace the arm to be able to install new blades. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,000. Updated 03/16/16*lj the consumer stated repair was made to pay out of pocket.