2008 Chrysler Town and Country
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
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 | 219 |
| 2008 | 1939 |
| 2009 | 707 |
| 2010 | 1556 |
| 2011 | 773 |
| 2012 | 634 |
| 2013 | 680 |
| 2014 | 636 |
| 2015 | 381 |
| 2016 | 522 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
64% of complaints: electrical system — 1250 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and ignition.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was driving from getting my daughter from school and felt heat and saw smoke coming from under the dashboard. I immediately pulled over and pulled my daughter out of the car the dashboard became engulfed in flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260128
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND PARKED FOR HOURS IN THE DRIVEWAY. FOR NO REASON THE ALARM WENT OFF ON MY CAR. FOUND KEY FOB TO SHUT OFF ALARM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180827
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The vehicle turned off while in drive the dash went dead and the key fob will not turn the engine back on while in the middle of traffic with kids in the car no warning lights came on before hand my radio would randomly shut off so my battery and...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260720
19% of complaints: air bags — 376 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module and side/window.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS INVOLVED IN A LOW SPEED FRONTAL CRASH ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. I WAS BELTED IN AND DIDN'T EVEN TOUCH THE AIRBAG, BUT THE AIRBAG SHOT FLAMES OUT OF THE RIGHT SIDE HOLE BURNING MY ARM LIKE A BLOWTORCH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180727
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 70 MPH WHEN HE ABRUPTLY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120403
17% of complaints: service brakes — 324 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASH FIRE INJURY11% of complaints: engine — 204 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY5% of complaints: steering — 95 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
THE ENGINE JUST STALLED WITH NO WARNING. HAD NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. JUST PULLED OUT OF A PARKING LOT WHERE THE CAR WAS SITTING FOR A FEW HOURS. THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THIS HAS DONE IT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120411
Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SAFETY TIMELINE
ELDORADO NATIONAL IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 AMERIVAN MOBILITY VEHICLES BUILT ON CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN PLATFORMS VEHICLES. THE REAR BRAKE LINES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPER
Remedy: ELDORADO NATIONAL AMERIVAN DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND IF THE BRAKE LINES WERE IMPROPERLY ROUTED THEY WILL BE CORRECTLY REINSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 13, 200
Campaign 09V351000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A WATER LEAK At THE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER (HVAC) DRAIN GR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HVAC DRAIN GROMMET FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V611000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, TOWN AND COUNTRY AND DODGE GRAND CARAVAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 24, 2007, THROUGH JULY 30, 2008. THESE VEHICLES MAY EXPE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED AIR BAG MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 11V394000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 14V055000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Non-Deployment/Engine Stall
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
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.
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.
Campaign 14V373000 — check if this car was fixed
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured December 31, 2007, to August 31, 2008, 2008-2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured June 18, 2007, to August 31,...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S07.
Campaign 16V047000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 20V396000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Chrysler Town and Country — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1250 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (376 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (324 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V351000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V611000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 11V394000 (air bags, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V055000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V373000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V047000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V396000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Chrysler Town and Country reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Chrysler Town and Country is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Town and Country?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Town and Country have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.