Top 5 Problems Chrysler Town & Country Minivan 5th Generation 2008-16

I wish you would have done #6 TIPM failure. This is an expensive and common repair of which Chrysler has lost class action lawsuits for this TIPM in other cars... Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Caravan/Dorango. It has caused excessive starting problems. Repairs run$1,800 with a few places offering mail in repairs.

So stupid to have a plastic housing by the hot intake... engineers....

Yep we have three of those.

You didn't mention the driver side seat track cover that seems to always wear out and break all the time.

These are all common wear items. Change the transmission fluid every 50,000 miles. I have +189,000 on mine, and it runs incredibly well. The only issues I had with mine in the last 10 years were the oil filter housing leaking, starter, breaks, shocks, wheel bearings, all these items replaces as standard wear items. I would buy another one as this has been a very reliable vehicle, and in freeway driving—27 mpg.

The window regulator is a pretty easy fix. Took about a hour, maybe hour fifteen to do it all. If the the regulator you’re gonna hear that cable snap, & the window will be stuck somewhere, but you’ll still hear a buzz when you try to engage the motor, do not burn it out. If it’s the motor, the window will be stuck in its last position, & you’ll hear nothing when hitting switch. Kinda like listening for the fuel pump to prime before a start. It’s not loud, but it’s there. Although, most will say do the motor, & the regulator, I’ve yet to have a motor fail doing two separate regulators in one. It’s cheaper to buy them together usually, but I just got the motors saved if I need them down the road. If you’ve got slow windows, & you’ve taken care of the window tracks then I’d go ahead with a motor too. Hitting the switch up & down fast repeatedly, or playing “footsies” with the windows from different seats is about the best way to get yourself into doing this job quick. The regulator is basically two side beams that make a “X” across the door, meeting at the motor gear point. You tangle that line, or put any kind of tension it shouldn’t have, it’s twirling up. Getting it untangle, & free is really the longest part of the job. Yes, the whole panel, speaker, & switches has to come out, but it’s like 20 screws & some push pin connections. Don’t pay 140-180 in labor alone for a window.

& dear lord don’t trust your window to just some cheap ass tape. Tape it with whatever you have In absurd amounts, & shim that damn thing. It falls when it’s unhooked that’s another 2/300 gone.

My T&C is a piece of junk. Chrysler products are garbage. Never again.

EVAP system has nothing to do with AC...EVAP is fuel vapor handling system...your comment about AC not blowing cold because of EVAP makes zero sense...

Anyone ever replace the evap lines at home?

I have a Waaaay worse problem. My 2011 Town and Country has run great for several years. Last week, the power inside the vehicle shut down, and then it completely died. No crank, no inside power, nada. I checked fuses, found 2 broken ones, replaced them, got power inside vehicle, and saw white smoke coming up where the starter/alternater side. I believe I have multiple issues with this car, as it has an automatic shut down, if one part fails. We've done everything from changing the computer, to testing wires, to changing out starter, next will change alternator. What I need to find is "what smoked"? I cannot see a wire harness, most of the wiring is encased in plastic casing...but if it was an electric burn, I would think I would see it in the wiring. I will repost when we figure out what failed. Love my car when it works...when it fails, it failed BIG.

Awesome, informative!!!!

Is mechanical and electrical break down coverage worth it on a 2018 Chrysler minivan?

I had all that problems 😢

Ive experienced the first 4 issues you mentioned, plus a few others. Sucks that vehicles now days are so prone to failure

Thanks.

Is a 2008 town snd country with the 3.3 the same engine and transmission as a 2007?

Hi, can some one help, i have now oil leak, from oil cooler, so we changed it full new, after 1 week same problem, what was done not right or so, ??? 😢 thank you. Or can some one give a link , with step by step, like in factory done, this change oil cooler.

mine had a pinhole leak in the thermostate houseing where the plastic seams met, it presuureiEd fine and sprayed a mist into the intake once coolant got a little low and the shop thought i had a blown head gasket, it was a 20 part, :)

Thanks for these tips i just had upgrade my wifes honda & she chose a 2010 chrysler t&c that i got do a major inspection on this next week !

Does using Eco mode cause more engine problems. Ive used mine for city driving 90%

Number 1... the worst one

Found this video bc my window fell off the track lol
Thanks for the info

Had an 08 that would shift into limp mode during stop and go driving. Hated it. That and everything rattled.

Own a 2014 t&c...77k just replaced torque converter had codes p0128 p0741 just had check engine and code that wouldn't clear. No shuttering or transmission like issues. Also replace oil line that was leaking and thermostat. First major issues had o2 sensor replace prior to in the last 3 years. Love my van most miles is highway lots of trips.... regular oil changes tires etc. I have had the airbag light coming off and on. Warning light on radio display saying it's to hot this is new have to troubleshoot.

This was our only FAMILY minivan. We have a 2014 with 180k miles. It was replaced with A 2019 Tahoe. I kept this minivan as a winter car and a backup to my truck. I keep seets down and can even haul my kayake inside with the gate tied down. What I hate is a foul stench when I use the fan ?

Great video man!!!! Very helpful, can you make video of jeep commander 2008 and PT cruiser 2006 Thank you

Stranded at a gas station, my 2015 just stopped on me and I wasn’t having any issues. Has oil and everything it seems. Just .. won’t start suddenly. 😭😭😭😭

Just had the transmission replaced at 98000 miles. Oil filter housing needed replacing a week later. 2015 T&C.

Amazing, you just covered 3 out of the 5 problems i've had.

Just changed Trans Oil and Filter in my 2013 T&C, 86,000 miles... While at it, I installed a Trans Pan with a drain, In 6 months I plan to pull plug and change out another 6 Qts, Then do a filter and oil about 25,000 to 30,000 miles from then on.

Off Topic: I can shift my transmission into 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th.... Now of course I just place and drive, and go... But How and When should I use the 6 different gears? I have the 2013 T&C.

Are these top problems the same for the 05 model.

Yeah , I have always enjoyed your videos, you guys and always benefited from you . Much love !
I just bought my 2014 chrystlerer town and country and have also bought remote fob to program by watching your videos and am confident I'll make it.

My ‘14 has a lot of problems the transmission have to be replaced, the sway bar, struts, windows don’t let down, emergency brakes came loose, alternator, battery terminal and a timer change soon 227,000 other than that it’s a good van 🤦🏽‍♀️

Exactly. Even a Rolls Royce has issues. 1] Driver seat (electrical) and longevity with the booster support wearing out; 2] the Japanese tranny is plain trash, 2nd T&C and noted the same problems again; 3] suspension shocks need to be replaced under 100k miles, fit and finished on panels, still an issue during this time frame (merger of unequal MB/Chrysler). However, this is my sixth minivan. Why do I love this mini? STOW-n-GO, and it will go 300K miles.

Ironic I have all 5 problems I’m screwed

i have a 2009 town and country 3.8 v6 with 95,000 and if it gets below freezing. it has to be jumped. my left passenger door wont auto open anymore. and it has trouble accelerating passing someone or going up hill. and it gives resistance going downhill

I bought a 2015 Town & Country a few months ago and I just came across your video. I'm saving it and I will definitely order parts from you when I need them.

Every year I need to replace the brakes and rotors on my 2011 Chrysler T&C Limited van. I never had this problem with previous vehicles.

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U are a good teacher

dont forget, the drivers side, heated seat element, ......they tend to burn out alot .,..

mine forgot the straps on one of the back seats so we cant get it back up 😭

I had a 1997 model T & C LXi since 2003. Going into 200k, it was passing coolant through the exhaust. Other than that, it was the usual maintenance. I had to sell it in 2020, and I chocked as I saw it leave for the last time. Our kids grew in it trips into Mexico to see beaches volcanoes and pyramids in the summers, the grand canyon, San Francisco and Vegas.
I'll never forget my van.

Does anyone know how to turn off the daytime running lights?

Eres increible amigo, muchas gracias por las recomendaciones, exelente trabajo, saludos.

Thanks for the video! My 2015 is about to hit 200k miles and the transaxle fluid/filter has never been changed I don't think-the dealer didn't know (we bought it with 100k). The fluid is decently red-should I now change it?

ignition coils go out prematurley! so do the injectors. and clogs will make them die instantly nearly

If you want to save money don't buy Chrysler or Dodge vans. They're trash 🗑