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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Chrysler Town and Country lighting problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
| Model year | lighting complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Town and Country | 5 |
| 2012 Town and Country | 7 |
| 2013 Town and Country | 9 |
| 2014 Town and Country (this page) | 3 |
What stands out
Of the 4 model years of Chrysler Town and Country we track for lighting problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
05182535AD - 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.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System ImprovementsThis bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers may experience the following symptom or conditions or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following (DTCs):JC Vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED3 or ED7):· **P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P050B - Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance.· P2299 - Brake Pedal Position / Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible.**· U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. Attempting to clear the DTC may be uns
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗The customer may experience the blind spot monitor indicator in either outside mirror maybe flashing or on continuously.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗The customer may experience the blind spot monitor indicator in either outside mirror maybe flashing or on continuously.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had lighting trouble with your 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 74,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting 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 lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Chrysler/Town and Country.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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