2016 Chrysler Town And Country: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2016 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 516 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2016 Chrysler Town And Country Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2016 Chrysler Town And Country trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2016 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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country has 516 owner complaints, 12 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Town And Country
- Model year
- 2016
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 516
- Crash-related complaints
- 12
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- 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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Uncategorized Issues, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?
The 2016 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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for known issues and request service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and structural components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for known issues and request service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and structural components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2016 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
Based on 516 NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country, issues appear concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain, electrical system, and structural components. There were 5 recalls and 12 crash-related complaints, though the confidence level is low due to the data being consumer-submitted.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for the largest share of reported issues.
- Electrical faults and structural problems are also frequently reported.
- The 2016 model year has a high total complaint count relative to the single year analyzed.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most common complaint.
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component.
- Structural Problems are the third most reported component.
All 2016 Chrysler Town And Country Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 184 | 4 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 110 | 4 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 106 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 75 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 69 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 16 | 4 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Carry Handle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Shell | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Insert | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Padding | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the vehicle stalled, and the power steering became inoperable. Additionally, the failure recurred while making right or left turns at various speeds. The contact depres…
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle unexpectedly slipped out of gear with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was …
Transmission pump failure leading to sudden power loss. This is a known problem with 2015-16 Chrysler Town & Country's and there is a recall out for it (Chrysler:S44, NHTSA: 16V461000). However my VIN does not appear in the recall registry, despite being manufactured right in the…
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact was forced to place the gear selector into either park(P) or neutral(N), and restarted the v…
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s and driver’s side sliding doors failed to remotely latch properly. The contact had to manually slam the rear sliding doors for the doors to latch securely. The vehicle was taken to the…
After the Chrysler dealer in Glendale CA completed Recall S44 – Transmission Oil Pump on my 2016 Chrysler Town & Country in October 3 2025, the transmission began to malfunction and eventually stopped shifting completely. The dealer drained the transmission fluid, removed both fr…
I have had two 2016 Town & Country’s both of which have the same issue of the automatic high beam occasionally not turning off for oncoming vehicles. I have in fact been pulled over because they failed to turn off for a Michigan state police officer. The problem occurs most when …
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in traffic, the vehicle stalled. The contact shifted to neutral(N) and was able to drive to the intended destination. The contact stated that while driving and attempting t…
My 2016 T & C was parked on an incline when about 5 minutes after I exited the vehicle, it began to roll backwards. Van was in park and off. It rolled back and hit a church sign which stopped it from going over a steep bank and into traffic on Route 29 near Gretna, Va. Extensive…
Issue 1) Side slide door on driver side won't open. I could not get my child out and had to crawl across. Won't unlock, won't open manually, won't open electronically, won't unlock with fab. Issue 2) driver window has failed 3 times now. Like clock work every 2 and a half to 3 y…
I have owned 2 chrysler town and countrys over the past 9 years, a 2010 and a 2016. The rear sliding door has locked up and doesn't allow the door to open. It happened to the 2010 so I decided to get a newer one and now the same thing has happened to the 2016. The 2016 also ha…
Headrest literally exploded open while driving down the highway with my 15 yr old (who has had 3 brain surgeries) was sitting in the seat. The headrest is now split open and will not "close up". I had a Dodge dealership tell me it was a known problem and they said they would orde…
Passenger side headrest deployed. Vehicle was not involved in a accident. Was parked at the time. Is available for inspection. No one was hurt, but I'm now afraid that the driver side headrest may deploy while I'm driving and could cause me to have an accident. There was no…
Van was driving fine, no issues. Regular maintenance done, and 100,000 mile work completed within last year. One day it was totally fine, the next day it was whining, hopping and driving unsafely. Transmission randomly needs replaced. Throwing codes for low pressure and the pump …
My back sliding door on the left side just locked up and will not release. This car is a 2016 with only approx 43,600 miles . The door just will not open at all. This has a tsb#23-017-20 i found on line where others have complained
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that the transmission pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle wa…
A 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan recall was issued due to a potential loss of motive power. The transmission pump could seize, causing a loss of hydraulic pressure. This recall also includes 2016 Dodge Journey and Ram ProMaster vehicles. To check if you…
HEAD REST ON PASSENGER FRONT SEAT DEPLOYED/MALFUNCTIONED UNEXPECTEDLY. YES IT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. IT COULD HAVE HIT MY HUSBAND IN THE HEAD AS HE WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE. NOW I AM CONCERNED THE SAME MALFUNCTION MAY HAPPEN ON DRIVERS SIDE WHILE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.…
I was pulling up to a red stoplight to stop and the vehicle sputtered to a stop & the engine stalled and I tried to restart the vehicle & it immediately died 2 times. On the 2rd time starting the vehicle it stayed one, I had put on my hazard lights by this time as the light had a…
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the RPM increased quickly but the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the fa…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country.
2016 Chrysler Town And Country Recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country. 5 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.
2016 Chrysler Town And Country Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 516 owner complaints, 12 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2016 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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (184 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (110 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (106 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country, NHTSA complaints include 12 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 516 total complaints. 9 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Chrysler Town And Country. A major recall area is EQUIPMENT. 5 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 2016 Chrysler Town And Country?▾
The 2016 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 Transmission / Drivetrain 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.