Front power windows have fallen into the door three times now (driver side 2, passive 1). Each time it required replacement of the window regulator and cable. I can't imagine this happening on the highway -- would scare the bejesus out of somebody when there's a loud bang and the window just drops into the door. Plus, it's a security issue since you have an open window that can't close until you get the repair. Internet searches show this to be a common issue.
Chrysler Town and Country power windows problems
54 of the 13,494 owner complaints about the Chrysler Town and Country describe power window failure, most of them for the 2001 model year.
- owner complaints
- 54
- worst model year
- 2001
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,375
- typical mileage
- 63,233
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Wipers 12Check engine light 4Won't start 3Headlights 3Door locks 3Warning lights 2Transmission failure 2Won't shift 2
Trouble codes mentioned
P0306 1P0300 1
What owners say
The wires became lose and unraveled in my power sliding doors on both sides. Now the door do not work/open on their own the windows won't go down, heated seats do not work. And when I try to open the door and shut the door, all of my dash lights will turn on, windshield wipers will go on
Power window regulator failure. I have had not one, but two power window regulators fail while rolling the windows up. The regulators shattered inside my driver and passenger front doors on separate occasions. This caused the windows to fall into the doors. I'm told I'm lucky the windows didn't shatter. This is a huge safety issue while driving and the window suddenly falls down, and an obvious security issue if your vehicle has no window.
I reported issues with my transmission when the vehicle had 19212 miles on it. The problem reported has been hard shifting and hard down shift at stops. Problems occur in city driving conditions. Recently, now at 49100 miles, 2nd gear isn't kicking in. Dangerous in heavy traffic when rush hour traffic has the tendency to come to a stop and then go but if the vehicle doesn't shift to second gear. I need to pull over and shut the vehicle down and turn it back on and hope it will temporary fix. The service department at my dealership said I needed and oil change (recommended is 60k for transmission). I went ahead and paid for this service but the problem still exist in 2nd gear not shifting in. The dealer service advisor said my vehicle needs to re-learn my driving conditions. I'm weary about the advisors explanation and will find that at 60k powertrain warranty expiration. The service department will diagnose the problem at my cost. As it has occurred with my window motor/regulator. I reported a distinct noise when operating the windows at the same mileage noted above. No problems found. Today my vehicle is in the shop for the same problem but it's out of warranty and I will be receiving a call with the cost to repair it.
The cable on the drivers side window keeps breaking. It's been replaced twice. The first time the window fell and busted in the door. The 2nd time it did not break but I heard the cable snap in the door.
My side mirror was hit and replaced. Right after replacement, the side sensor didn't work. Shop was already closed, I had my whole family in the car on 295 when all the lights on the dash started lighting up including the battery, the AC went out, windows stopped working, back up cam flashed. Pulled off the road just in time for the van to shut down and leave us stranded. After towing it back and unerring home, the repair shop said they towed it to a dealership that said, sorry, you alternator went out, pay us $1375!
With no warning, car stops in traffic. No warning lights. Won't start, won't recognize key. Windows won't go down or up. Alarm goes off for no reason. Believe it to be the tipm. Dealer refuses to repair. Does not happen every time, but nearly 75% of time. Has stranded me in parking lots, at school , on freeway ramps and at intersections. I consider this very unsafe. It began on friday sept. 8, 2017 and continues to this day.
Drivers side window won't go up
Power window motor and regulator failure. The power window on the drivers door will not lift the window back up. I was told the motor and the regulator need to be replaced and that this is a common problem for these minivans.
20000 miles front passenger seat stopped operating (no power) under 50000mi both front window regulators needed to be replaced the thing has leaked oil since day one front wheel bearing went at 76000 mi eats through breaks need yearly replacement tires do not last on this vehicle as well and are not easily found anywhere they are special order only chrysler told me that they would look at the vehicle for 700$ for defects and reimburse for repairs if defects were found (yeah right) the "y" pipe (plastic) heater hose has blown at least five times the radiator needed to be replaced before 90000 miles with the thermostat the egr valve needed to be replaced at 60000 miles and still gets check engine light for bad egr rear dvd screen has never worked driver side sliding door got filled with water from poor assembly and drain that was not operating properly AC refrigerant hose leaking at 98000 miles overall horrible vehicle will never buy chrysler again and as far as recalls go each recall we get the parts are never available even after hours spent on the phone with chrysler bad bad vehicle and company !!!!
Related recalls
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
- Risk
- A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Recall number 18V524000 · Recall details
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.
- Risk
- An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.
Recall number 14V234000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 dodge journey, grand caravan, and chrysler town & country vehicles manufacturer from august 3, 2009, through june 17, 2010. Some vehicles may experience inadvertent ignition key displacement from the run to accessory position while driving causing the engine to shut off.
- Risk
- Engine shut off while driving could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the win modules free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during july 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 11V139000 · Recall details
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
Questions about the Chrysler Town and Country power windows
Which Chrysler Town and Country years have power window failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2001 (14 complaints), 2002 (5 complaints) and 2005 (4 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix power window failure on the Chrysler Town and Country?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,375 (median of 6 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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