2013 Chrysler Town And Country: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2013 Chrysler Town And Country? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 678 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2013 Chrysler Town And Country Fuel Economy
β EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2013 Chrysler Town And Country Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.4% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country has 678 owner complaints, 15 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Town And Country
- Model year
- 2013
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 678
- Crash-related complaints
- 15
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 17 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2013 Chrysler Town And Country Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?
The 2013 Chrysler Town And Country shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2013 Chrysler Town And Country
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including wiring and fuses, for signs of faults.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and seat-related repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including wiring and fuses, for signs of faults.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and seat-related repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2013 Chrysler Town And Country, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country are heavily concentrated in electrical faults, which account for the majority of reports. Engine problems and seat-related issues also appear as recurring themes, though the data is limited to a single model year and consumer-submitted reports.
- Electrical faults represent the most frequently reported component, with 392 complaints.
- Engine problems are the second most common issue, with 112 complaints.
- There are 15 crash-related complaints out of 678 total.
- Electrical faults, including wiring and system failures.
- Engine problems, such as stalling or performance issues.
- Seat-related issues, including power seat malfunctions.
All 2013 Chrysler Town And Country Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 392 | 3 | 7 | β | |
| Engine Problems | 112 | β | 1 | β | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 61 | 2 | 1 | β | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 57 | β | 1 | β | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 49 | 6 | β | β | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 41 | 3 | β | β | |
| Brake System | 40 | 6 | β | β | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 37 | β | β | β | |
| Steering Defects | 26 | β | β | β | |
| Structural Problems | 25 | 1 | β | β | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 17 | 1 | β | β | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 15 | 2 | β | β | |
| Visibility | 13 | β | 1 | β | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 10 | β | β | β | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 9 | β | β | β | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 2 | β | β | |
| Door Lock Issues | 3 | β | β | β | |
| Fuel System | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Gasoline | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1 | β | β | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | β | β | β | |
| Insert | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Padding | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Firerelated | 1 | β | 1 | β | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | 1 | β | β | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | β | β | β | |
| Equipment | 1 | β | β | β |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country. Type a keyword (e.g. βtransmissionβ, βstallingβ, βbrakesβ) to filter.
The vehicle will be started and running and shut off. Driving down the road and all of the electrical shuts off, stops running and no gages work. You have to put the vehicle in N and restart. This is extremely dangerous as you never know when it will happen. driving down the inteβ¦
While driving at highway speed, 65mph, the 2013 Town and Country shut down. The dash instruments and all internal lighting shut off, the radio shut off and the blower fan for heat shut off. I lost the ability to steer and brake (power steering went out) but managed to maneuver β¦
The Battery died and would not recharge. I checked the van. No lights were left on; no warning notifications. I replaced the battery. I had the seat behind the driver seat stowed because I had surgery on my left foot and needed to haul my knee cart with me. I no longer needed iβ¦
The van has stopped running on the highway without warning 3 times creating a very serious problem,had to be towed to get home,dealer could find nothing wrong.
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town And Country. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. After restarting the β¦
The driver side headrest airbag deployed. No one was hurt, this was a replacement recall part from December 2023. This was supposed to be safe, what if I was driving my family and friends around and this happened? We donβt feel safe. I left a message with the dealer and am waitinβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while stopped, the child sitting in the second row hugged his sibling, who was sitting in the front seat, and the front passengerβs seat headrest deployed. The contact was unable to push the headrest back β¦
Transmission codes but not having transmission issues even verified by shop and couldn't find issue. Then out of no where transmission revved hard on its own causing it to almost red line.
I experienced a no start situation. The vehicle would crank but not start. I did some research on the internet and found other Dodge/Chrysler vehicles with the same problem. I noticed they all had a similar, if not the same TIPM fusebox. The remedy was the same. You can put a bypβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started; however, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was stβ¦
Intergrated power control module is throwing error even after being fixed by Firestone automotive. Car is randomly Turing off while driving down the road. Issues startin.
The rear drivers side sliding door no longer functions. The issue began when the door would intermittently make a buzzing sound but would not open or close. Shortly after, the door continued the first issue but also began pulsating when it actually would open. Around the same β¦
TIPM recall
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to safely park on the side of the road, where the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle wasβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated with an engine misfire. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and was diagnosed with β¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. Additionally, the vehicle lost power steering functionalityβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the "Accessory On" light illuminated, and the starter made an abnormal grinding sound. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to start the vehicle. The contact stateβ¦
* My Van loses unexpected power while driving. With this happening, I am afraid to drive on the highway due to the risk of causing an accident if it loses power. Local street driving, I am afraid that someone will rear end me if it loses power. Once it lose power making a rigβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic, and it was determineβ¦
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness underneath the seat had fractured, which coulβ¦
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country.
2013 Chrysler Town And Country Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2013 Chrysler Town And Country Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country reliable?βΎ
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 678 owner complaints, 15 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2013 Chrysler Town And Country shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?βΎ
#1: Electrical Faults (392 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (112 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (61 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?βΎ
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?βΎ
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country, NHTSA complaints include 15 crash-related reports and 9 fire reports out of 678 total complaints. 30 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country have any recalls?βΎ
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2013 Chrysler Town And Country. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2013 Chrysler Town And Country?βΎ
The 2013 Chrysler Town And Country shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Town And Country reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.