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2012 Chrysler Town and Country Engine Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are engine problems on the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country?

104 owners have reported engine problems on the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country, 16% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 64,000–128,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

104 complaints 16% of all 2012 complaints 100,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Catalytic convertor 2
Cooling system 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (79 of 104). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.

Engine complaints by Town and Country year

2012 Town and Country 104
2015 Town and Country 63
2016 Town and Country 71

Related recalls

Engine

6l engines. These engines may experience connecting rod bearing failure due to debris inside the engine block. Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and replace the engine free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about november 18, 2011.

Recall 11V487000 · Sep 2011
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Other 2012 Chrysler Town and Country problems

Common questions

What are common 2012 Chrysler Town and Country engine problems?

Complaints most often name the catalytic convertor and cooling system.

At what mileage do 2012 Chrysler Town and Country engine problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 64,000–128,000 miles. The middle value is about 100,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2012 Chrysler Town and Country engine problems?

Yes: 11V487000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Town and Country year has the most engine complaints?

The 2010 Town and Country, with 327 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.