Chrysler Town and Country Years to Avoid
Every Town and Country model year ranked by owner complaints filed with NHTSA, with recalls and the top problem for each year.
Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Which Town and Country years should you avoid?
The 2008, 2010 and 2011 Town and Country have the most NHTSA complaints. Adjusted for how long each year has been on the road, the 2015, 2009 and 2012 models have the fewest problems.
Complaints by model year
Total complaints. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing.
Every year at a glance
| Year | Complaints | Per year | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 526 | 48 | 5 | Transmission |
| 2015 | 383 | 32 | 4 | Transmission |
| 2014 | 636 | 49 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2013 | 681 | 49 | 4 | Electrical |
| 2012 | 634 | 42 | 5 | Electrical |
| 2011 | 773 | 48 | 3 | Electrical |
| 2010 | 1,556 | 92 | 5 | Electrical |
| 2009 | 707 | 39 | 6 | Electrical |
| 2008 | 1,939 | 102 | 7 | Electrical |
"Per year" divides complaints by the years since that model year went on sale, so new and old years compare fairly. Highlighted rows have the most complaints.
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Common questions
What is the worst year for the Chrysler Town and Country?
The 2008 Town and Country, with 1,939 complaints. Its most reported problem area is the electrical.
What is the best year for the Chrysler Town and Country?
Among years with at least three years of owner reports, the 2015 Town and Country has the fewest complaints per year on the road.
Which Chrysler Town and Country years should I avoid?
Be most careful with the 2008, 2010 and 2011 models. Check service records and recall work before buying.