THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE TIPM/FUEL PUMP RELAY IN MANY CHRYSLER/DODGE/JEEPS. WHY THE TOWN AND COUNTRY'S WERE NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, I DO NOT KNOW. OUR ISSUE WITH THE TIPM/FUEL PUMP RELAY CAUSED TOTAL POWER LOSS TWICE WHILE DRIVING IN A SCHOOL ZONE TO PICK UP OUR CHILDREN. THIS COULD HAVE ENDED VERY BADLY AND IS NOT SAFE! *TR
2011 chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,200
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,200
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
A FEW MONTHS BACK, MY BATTERY DIED (IT WAS FAIRLY NEW). AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY WITH A NEW ONE, I NOTICED THERE WAS A CONSTANT SOUND COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR EVEN WHEN THE CAR WAS TURNED OFF - TURNED OUT TO BE THE FUEL PUMP CONTINUALLY PUMPING. AFTER DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING THE BATTERY A FEW TIMES, THE CONSTANTLY RUNNING FUEL PUMP ISSUE WENT AWAY. FAST FORWARD A FEW MONTHS AND…
Common questions
How serious is the fuel system problem on the 2011 chrysler Town and Country?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the fuel system typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to fuel system?
No active recalls currently cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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