1990 Chrysler Town and Country
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 135 |
| 1993 | 214 |
| 1994 | 154 |
| 1995 | 58 |
| 1996 | 938 |
| 1997 | 388 |
| 1998 | 296 |
| 1999 | 362 |
| 2000 | 306 |
| 2001 | 462 |
| 2002 | 404 |
| 2003 | 245 |
| 2004 | 167 |
| 2005 | 857 |
| 2006 | 431 |
| 2007 | 218 |
| 2008 | 1938 |
| 2009 | 706 |
| 2010 | 1555 |
| 2011 | 773 |
| 2012 | 631 |
| 2013 | 679 |
| 2014 | 635 |
| 2015 | 379 |
| 2016 | 521 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 13 total reports mention: power train.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.
Show complaint excerpts
REAR HATCH SUPPORT BAR FAILED, THEY WILL NOT HOLD THE TOP HATCH UP, RESULING IN HITTING PEOPLE IN THE HEAD. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960304
REAR HATCH SUPPORT BAR FAILED, THEY WILL NOT HOLD THE TOP HATCH UP, RESULING IN HITTING PEOPLE IN THE HEAD. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960304
1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.
1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.
SAFETY TIMELINE
INBOARD FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY STRAPS CAN SUFFER FATIGUE FAILURE OF THE STRAP NEAR ITS ANCHOR POSITION.
Remedy: REPLACE FATIGUED STRAPS OR RETROFIT STRAPS WITH A REINFORCEMENT PLATE AND REMOVAL OF AN ANTIROTATION TAB TO PREVENT FATIGUE FAILURE.
Campaign 91V053000 — check if this car was fixed
LIFTGATE LATCHES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITHOUT REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLE
Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING OCTOBER 1995.
Campaign 95I001003 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITH REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER
Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES IN JUNE 1996.
Campaign 95I001007 — check if this car was fixed
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 08E033000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Chrysler Town and Country — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V053000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95I001003 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95I001007 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E033000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1990 Chrysler Town and Country reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chrysler Town and Country?
The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chrysler Town and Country have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.