WE HAVE HAD MANY MECHANICAL CONCERNS WITH OUR NEW T&C 2011. WE HAVE TAKEN OUR VEHICLE IN MANY TIMES TO CERRITOS DODGE CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP. AFTER A FAILED ATTEMPT TO FIX SOMETHING WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION, THEY COMPLETELY REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. THERE WERE STILL CONCERNS AND A WEEK LATER THE VEHICLE HAD BELTS AND THE WATER PUMP REPLACED. TO DATE, MANY OF OUR INITIAL CONCERNS STILL EXIST AND A…
2011 chrysler Town and Country powertrain problems
moderate 38 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
38
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TRANSMISSION CLUNKS WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. DOES THIS FREQUENTLY. NOTED IT FIRST A FEW THOUSAND MILES AGO, STILL DOING IT, ALSO NOTED THAT IT ROLLS BACK WHEN ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WHEN AT A STOP SIGN ON A HILL, MAYBE PART OF THE SAME PROBABLY OR MORE PROBLEMS WITH CHRYSLER TRANSMISSIONS, OR THEY FORGOT TO PUT IN A ROLLBACK PREVENTER IN THESE NEW DESIGNS. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2011 chrysler Town and Country?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 38 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain 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 $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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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