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2010 Chrysler Town And Country: problems, recalls and reliability

5 recalls and 1,556 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (48% of complaints); the 2009 and 2011 and 2012 model years look more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · 1 new complaint in the last 90 days · latest recall Jul 2020

5
recalls
1,556
owner complaints
25
fire reports
75,000
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

One of the most complained-about Town And Country years (#2 of 27, age-adjusted)Weak spot: electrical system (48%)25 fire reports

Common problems

Computed from 1,556 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)48% · 709 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)12% · 176 complaints
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)10% · 146 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)5% · 74 complaints
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)3% · 52 complaints
Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)3% · 50 complaints
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while pulling out of the parking space or while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started stalling. The contact stated that the ignition key was loose, and whenever the key was jiggled, the vehicle became inoperable. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2026
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power. The failure caused a loss of power steering and power braking. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was turned off and restarted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air bags); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 168,000.Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2026
While driving my car it stopped all of a sudden leaving the car behind to slide out of control so not to hit me. A light came on. when I read the code it said vehicle ignition switch. This also happened a year ago only the car didn't stop it slowed down to 5 miles an hour. I did repair it a year ago only for it to happen again. This is a very serious thing as I had my grand babies with me and the car behind me had three children.Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2025
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The contact owned a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a tire center, where a routine alignment was performed. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the wheels locked up, and the driver lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the tire center, which eventually took possession of the vehicle due to the contact's inability to pay the service fee. The contact walked to the residence. The contact called the FTC and was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.Owner report · Wheels · Oct 2025
Recall repair for Chrysler recall W09 did not work. Airbag emblem still peeled from steering wheel. In event that drivers airbag deploys the emblem would be launched at the drivers face which could cause injury.Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2025
So my vehicle, the key fob for some odd reason goes from in the run position to the off position, which caused my car to turn off while driving shuts down the entire car and with that makes it hard to stopOwner report · Electrical System · Dec 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights illuminated on and off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V139000 (Electrical System). The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the vehicle was not under the recall the contact was relating the failure too. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 181,750.Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving below 35 MPH on several occasions, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact believed that the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.Owner report · Electrical System · May 2024
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continue driving. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 217,000.Owner report · Engine · Apr 2024
Every so often there's like a miss or jerk as if it's the transmission also there's moments I'll go after stopped and there's no power until a few secondsOwner report · Unknown Or Other · Mar 2024

When filing, owners marked a crash in 35 of these complaints and injuries in 38 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 5 campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM14V234000 · May 2014

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.

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION11V139000 · Mar 2011

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.

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.

AIR BAGS14V373000 · Jun 2014

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured June 29, 2007, to June 17, 2010, and 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured January 26, 2007, to June 17, 2010. Road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R03. Note: This is an expansion of recall 11V-139.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE20V396000 · Jul 2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY14V055000 · Feb 2014

Freedom Motors Inc., (Freedom Motors) of Savaria Vehicle Group (formerly The Liberty Motor Company) is recalling one model year 2009 Volkswagen Routan and certain model year 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country wheelchair accessible vehicles modified by The Liberty Motor Company from February 2008 through January 2011. Over time and with use, the vehicle's rear axle may develop cracks which could lead to axle failure.

Remedy: Freedom Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2014. Owners can contact Freedom Motors at 1-800-561-9600. Freedom Motors' number for this recall is ENGF0216-3.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 2010 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Drive typeFWD/Front-Wheel Drive

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2010 Chrysler Town And Country reliable?

NHTSA has 1,556 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Chrysler Town And Country. The most complained-about area is electrical system (48% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2010 Chrysler Town And Country problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 75,000 miles or less.

Does the 2010 Chrysler Town And Country have open recalls?

5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning electrical system. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.