2011 Chrysler Town and Country
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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 | 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
67% of complaints: electrical system — 519 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Van was sitting in driveaway in front of my house. We noticed smoke coming from rear of the vehicle and then saw flames. Contacted 911. Fire department arrived to put out the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240412
The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked at his residence in the driveway, the contact stated a friend knocked on the door and informed the contact that the vehicle was on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231025
14% of complaints: engine — 107 distinct reports on file.
FIRE14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 106 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
FUEL PUMP RELAY GAVE OUT AND UNLIKE THE DURANGO AND GRAND CHEROKEE IT'S NOT ON RECALL IT'S ALSO 1000 DOLLAR PART THAT THEY KNOW IS BAD, IT STOPPED WORKING FOR ME ON THE HIGHWAY HAD TO COAST TO THE ICY SHOULDER AND SLIPPED INTO THE DITCH ALMOST...
NHTSA ODI report, 20190124
7% of complaints: service brakes — 51 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE5% of complaints: power train — 36 distinct reports on file.
INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT,
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-
Campaign 11V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
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.
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.
Campaign 14V234000 — check if this car was fixed
Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles...
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Campaign 25V876000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Chrysler Town and Country — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (519 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (107 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (106 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V315000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V234000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V876000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Chrysler Town and Country have?
3 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.