1991 Chrysler Town And Country
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
10 recalls name the 1991 Chrysler Town And Country. Newest first.
Vehicle description: MINI vans. the bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. if the bolt IS loose, the gas strut IS over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles IS higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Personal injury could occur if the bolts break allowing the liftgate to fall suddenly.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. if the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the existing washer and the bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
Vehicle description: minivans. the left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft leading to a loss of wiper function. the driver's visibility would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. covers on the solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles can become dislodged causing the release button to stick inside the cover. the buckle would then be only partially latched.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a cover retaining clip to the stalk mounted buckle cover to prevent dislocation of the buckle cover.
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the anchor hook retaining clip with a revised profile clip and a cover plate.
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the steering wheel separates from the center hub attachment to the steering column, loss of control can occur increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for armature cracks in the center hub attachment area. any steering wheels showing cracks will be replaced. all other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking occurs.
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans without remote release. this IS not a safety recall. there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. chrysler IS conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. in a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in october 1995.
Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans with remote release. this IS not a safety recall. there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. chrysler IS conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. in a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could open.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in march 1996.
The anti-lock brake system high pressure pump may be porous which will result in brake fluid leakage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fluid leakage eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the ABS high pressure pump and high pressure hose if the last six digits of the bar code label on the pump are between 052300 and 059262.
The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Owner complaints
25 complaints2 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler town and country. While the vehicle was parked the contact noticed the ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated the ABS function was constantly on which made the vehicle difficult to drive. The dealer stated the vehicle had…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler town and country. While the vehicle was parked the contact noticed the ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated the ABS function was constantly on which made the vehicle difficult to drive. The dealer stated the vehicle had previously been repaired under nhtsa campaign ID number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and would have to be diagnosed for the failure. The contact stated prior to the recall repairs she had not experienced a failure with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
- Air bags
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler town and country. while driving 65 mph, a pop sound was suddenly heard and the air bag deployed. the vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and then towed to the dealer. the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the seat belt shorted out. the dealer had an engineer inspect the vehicle and take pictures. the failure and current mileages were 99,000.
- Electrical system › Wiring · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler town and country. while driving 30 mph, the ABS failed to operate and the vehicle took 20-30 additional feet to stop. the ABS light illuminated intermittently. while at the dealer on february 15, 2008, they stated that there was failure with the wiring and the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler town and country. while driving 30 mph, the ABS failed to operate and the vehicle took 20-30 additional feet to stop. the ABS light illuminated intermittently. while at the dealer on february 15, 2008, they stated that there was failure with the wiring and the vehicle needed a cylinder module and electrical work. the repair would cost approximately $200. the contact had the vehicle repaired, but the failure recurred. the dealer stated that nothing further could be done. the failure mileage was 104,000 and current mileage was 118,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt:the contact received nhtsa recall, campaign 96v099000 concerning ABS brakes. while pulling out of a parking space the ABS activated. the vehicle was stopped without incident. The vehicle was repaired under this recall. however, the brakes failed twice within a week. the vehicle was repaired again, and the contact was afraid to drive the vehicle. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Nhtsa recall 92v030000 concerning brake pump failure. consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that vehicle was recalled, and to proceed to the dealer for repairs. consumer had the repairs done, and experienced brake failure four times since the pump was replaced. on each occasion the pump was replaced with a defective pump. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When the brakes are applied there IS a delay before the vehicle will stop. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic
The brake pedal became hard when the driver made a sudden stop which resulted in extended stopping distances. The dealership repaired the vehicle but the problem still exist. *nlm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Loss of brakes --car IS equipped with antilock brakes --third separate incident. *nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tread separation on firestone tire. replacement tires bought in 1999, low mileage vehicle 18000 miles on tires - tread IS excellent. second failure - previous in 2002. supreme si P205 70r15 dot hymo 552 019. Bar code 08492. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Vehicle experienced 3 episodes of complete ABS failure while driving, the manufacturer refused to rectify the problem under recall 96v-099. *ak
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
I'm trying so hard to get a database of the history of recalls for my car without luck .can you help thanks. No safety defect listed. *Ak
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
While closing sliding door, door came completely off without warning. manufacturer notified, and gave consumer a file # 8125457 concerning incident. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
Vehicle smelled like gasoline inside of vehicle. fuel rail was defective. consumer had a mechanic look at it, and when he lifted hood up there was gasoline spilled all over engine. dealership was aware. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
On two occasions engine belt came off, reason unknown. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time.*ak *sb
- Structure › Body › Door
When getting out of the vehicle door's will automatically lock the consumer out of the vehicle. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch · Seat belts › Front
There IS an oil leak coming from the vehicle. Also, the front door won't close, IS broken and air IS coming into the cracks of the door. in addition, seat belt isn't working properly/vehicle will cut off without any prior warning, and consumer has to get a jump/light keeps coming on and off, and dealer can't determine the problem. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Seat belt recall work denied due to mileage.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle started to overheat, blowing white smoke & then stalled. Took vehicle to dealer. Was told engine head gasket cracked. Mechanic put a gasket on engine head, but did not replace engine. Transmission was replaced due to failure, seals were leaking. Engine problem still exists.
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Tires
Transmission replaced twice.
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Seat belt dislodges while in use.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Recall related, 96v099, vehicle involved in side collision, impact position, speed 35mph, ABS brake failure, rear passenger side wheel off hwy, applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. *ak *jb
- Power train
Speedometer inoperative. *Sd
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hatchback/liftgate › Lock
Crossing the highway and hit by other vehicle on side left rear tail gate popped open and riders were ejected. tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS braking system failed. tt
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hatchback/liftgate › Lock
Was driving the rear hatch latch came open no one was hurt. tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Safety belt anchorage failures
There is no summary currently available
- Alleged rear liftgate support failure
The retainer bolt of the rear liftgate support cylinders may shear resulting in sudden collapse of the rear hatch door.
- Alleged rear liftgate support failure
The retainer bolt of the rear lift gate support cylinders may sheer resulting in the sudden collapse of the rear hatch door.
- Safety blt latch operation
There is no summary currently available
- Steering wheel separation
After an extensive investigation and analysis, chrysler has identified the defect as a fatigue failure, origination in the heat affected region of the projection welds of the steering wheel hub to steering wheel armature attachment.the hub IS the portion of the steering wheel assembly that connects it to the steering…
After an extensive investigation and analysis, chrysler has identified the defect as a fatigue failure, origination in the heat affected region of the projection welds of the steering wheel hub to steering wheel armature attachment.the hub IS the portion of the steering wheel assembly that connects it to the steering column shaft and IS attached to the underside of the steering wheel assembly by 4 welds.if cracks develop in the heat affected region of the welds and propagate through the steering wheel armature to each of the welds, the steering wheel can separate from the hub.this IS a slow progressive failure which normally occurs at high mileage.in some cases complainants have reported a looseness or wobbling of the steering wheel prior to separation.to remedy this defect, chrysler will inspect the steering wheels of the affected vehicles for cracks in the hub area.if any cracks are found, the steering wheel will be replaced.all other vehicles will have reinforcing plates installed which would prevent a steering wheel separation should cracking occur.
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
- Liftgate latches
Liftgate latches in the subject vehicles have failed in low and moderate speed impacts resulting in occupant ejections, injuries, and fatalities.there are two failure modes associated with latch failure: fork bolt-detent lever bypass, and inertial unlatching.nhtsa analyses of chrysler and peer minivans took the form…
Liftgate latches in the subject vehicles have failed in low and moderate speed impacts resulting in occupant ejections, injuries, and fatalities.there are two failure modes associated with latch failure: fork bolt-detent lever bypass, and inertial unlatching.nhtsa analyses of chrysler and peer minivans took the form of static and dynamic crash testing, engineering evaluations, complaint and field analyses, and real world data analyses.a technical report discussing these analyses can be found in the engineering analysis technical report in the public viewing file.chrysler has advised nhtsa that it will conduct a campaign to replace the latches on all the subject vehicles.the chrysler campaign will consist of notification letters to all owners; free replacement of all latches with stronger, safer latches regardless of the age of the minivans; national advertising to promote customer awareness of the campaign; quarterly reports regarding campaign completion rates; as well as additional measures to ensure a high completion rate, above and beyond the actions that normally would be taken in a formal safety recall.these include follow up written and telephonic notifications to owners who do not bring their vehicles in for corrective action.nhtsa firmly believes that the crash performance of the latches on these minivans raises serious safety concerns, and that the campaign addresses these concerns.the chrysler corrective action will increase the strength of the liftgate latches and decrease the potential for inertial unlatching, thereby reducing the risk of crash-related openings of the liftgate and possible occupant ejection through the liftgate opening.owners of chrysler minivans will get a stronger, safer latch free of charge at the earliest possible time, without the need for further technical investigation and complex and time-consuming litigation with an uncertain outcome.based on the above, odi IS closing this investigation.
- Melted throttle cables
There is no summary currently available
- Braking performance loss
ABS system leaks are alleged by consumers which result in complete brakefailure. Severre leaking occurs while the vehicle sits for several hoursresulting in complete loss of fluid. Leaks are appearing in both the highand low pressure lines possibly due to a faulty seal or coupling. Onecomplaint alleges fluid being…
ABS system leaks are alleged by consumers which result in complete brakefailure. Severre leaking occurs while the vehicle sits for several hoursresulting in complete loss of fluid. Leaks are appearing in both the highand low pressure lines possibly due to a faulty seal or coupling. Onecomplaint alleges fluid being forced out of brake reservoir when engine isstarted, possible pointing to a faulty check valve in the accumulator.
- ABS control failure
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10130081Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 13 September, 2016.
- 1013008005182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10130079Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10129047Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129046Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock and available for order. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 16 September, 2016.
- 101290441NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129043Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129042Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 55372082AA. Replacement part number is 55372082AF w hich is in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129041P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement part can be obtained by ordering the same part number (CBSZR068AA) Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 02 September, 2016.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 6089800Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles.
- 6089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *Nlm
- 6088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *Nlm
- 6088834Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 620059Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty.
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 615688Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 607959This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 605014Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control.
- 604696Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 603856A 30 day windshield wiper pivot survey.
- 603153Subject regarding airbag on - off switches.
- 602450Subject regarding the airbag on-off switches.
- 602318Discussion on airbag on- off switches for selected vehicles
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 600751Subject on delayed transaxle engagement.
- 54423Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity.
- 54371Condition with tranaxle shudder during a 3RD gear to 3RD gear partial emcc ( electronically modulated converter clutch) engagement, 3RD gear partial emcc to 4TH gear partial emcc engagement, or 4TH gear to 4TH gear emcc engagement.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 51978Vehicles with 3.0L engines - intake valve deposits - driveway die out, rough idle, lack of power, sags or hesitation.
- 51942Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black.
- 46371Bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. If the vehicle operator **repeatedly** presses and releases the set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a 'lift foot set' to begin speed control operation), the vehicle may accelerate and exceed the desired set speed by up to 5 mph (8 km/h) and then decelerate to less than the desired set speed before finally achieving the desired set speed.
- 43055Unknown
- 41049Cruise control overshoot/undershoot during initial set speed selection.
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