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2016 Chrysler Town & Country recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 527
Latest campaign: Dec 21, 2017

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment	1	Dec 21, 2017	17V824000
Power train	1	Jun 24, 2016	16V461000
Seats	1	May 16, 2016	16V300000
Visibility	1	Jan 28, 2016	16V044000
Latches/locks/linkages	1	Sep 24, 2015	15V595000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Dec 21, 2017Latest campaign


Dec 21, 201717V824000	Equipment If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 17V824000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf Risk If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82. Campaign NHTSA 17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
Jun 24, 201616V461000	Power train: automatic transmission If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V461000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure. Risk If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44. Campaign NHTSA 16V461000 · Jun 24, 2016
May 16, 201616V300000	Seats: mid/rear assembly If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V300000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose. Risk If the third row seatback becomes loose, it may separate from the seat frame, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37. Campaign NHTSA 16V300000 · May 16, 2016
Jan 28, 201616V044000	Visibility: windshield If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V044000 What's wrong FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting." Risk If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02. Campaign NHTSA 16V044000 · Jan 28, 2016
Sep 24, 201515V595000	Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V595000 What's wrong Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving. Risk If the hood opens while driving, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53. Campaign NHTSA 15V595000 · Sep 24, 2015

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component527

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

527Complaints filed

12Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

9Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Power train	187	35	4	0	1
Unknown or other	110	21	4	0	5
Electrical system	107	20	1	1	3
Structure	75	14	1	0	1
Engine	69	13	2	1	0
Seats	23	4	0	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	16	3	0	0	0
Air bags	16	3	4	0	4
Vehicle speed control	14	3	1	0	0
Steering	11	2	0	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	9	2	0	0	0
Service brakes	5	1	0	0	0
Lane departure	3	1	0	0	0
Visibility/wiper	3	1	0	0	0
Seat belts	3	1	0	0	0

15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Visibility
“The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger's and driver's sliding doors failed to unlatch as intended.”
Filed 10/14/2026 · ODI 11771118
Seats
“The front drivers headrest spontaneously opened up. It was a quick and loud pop. I was not in the seat when it happened but I was getting ready to sit down.”
Filed 09/27/2026 · ODI 11767262
Engine
“While driving my 2016 Chrysler Town & Country around 45mph in active traffic, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic, and complete loss of motor power.”
Filed 09/16/2026 · ODI 11764775

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2016 Chrysler Town & Country recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recent, 17V824000 (reported December 21, 2017), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Chrysler Town & Country?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 187 complaints out of 527 filed with NHTSA (35%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 Chrysler Town & Country?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chrysler dealer.

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Recall summary by component5

Safety recalls5

Equipment

Power train: automatic transmission

Seats: mid/rear assembly

Visibility: windshield

Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch