Chrysler Town and Country problems
633 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. No active recalls — patterns come from the complaint record.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced.
- 11 fire-related complaints and 5 crash-related complaints on the electrical system
- Powertrain: 51 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 35,000–93,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Passenger sliding door is buzzing any time the car is unlocked remotely, using a switch, or a button. Now continuously buzzes any time a door or door lock is activated.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine stalled as the front windshield wipers activated without warning. The vehicle did not restart. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was towed to…
I have a huge issue with the safety of my vehicle. while i am driving the car will race the RPMs up 6,000 up and down while I am going 65 on the highway, but the car down not speed up. the only way to stop it is to pull over the busy highway and restart the van. it will also…
When driving on the highway at a constant speed and then accelerating the vehicle continues to accelerate even when the accelerator is released and the brake is depressed. After pressing the brake pedal several times the vehicle speed decreases. The acceleration continued from…
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Common questions
Is the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 633 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 11 fire-related complaints and 5 crash-related complaints on the electrical system; Powertrain: 51 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 35,000–93,000 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 202 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 67,419 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 67,419 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chrysler Town and Country has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 633 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.