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The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the headlights would randomly turn off, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. When the failure occurred, the headlights could not be reactivated. Additionally, the braking system would randomly malfunction causing an extended stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the TIPM was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. Previously while driving at various speeds the vehicle had experienced jerking and shaking. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the transmission. The failure mileage was 151,000.
The lock on the driver side rear door, sliding door, keeps making a loud buzzing noise every time it locks and unlocks. I believe it might be the lock actuator. The door locks and unlocks fine but the buzzing noise is extremely loud. There are no warning lights and it has not been looked at by a mechanic.
For the past several years we have tried to get power to examine the conditio. To no avail. Several times a week when we are driving the car will shut off and we lose power steering, the van turns off and we have to switch it into park to continue. Some day it happens several times. It seems like it is an occurance happening in other cars. ( see NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:-??14V373000. & 11V139000 ). I am worried bc it has almost led to several wrecks:.. it effects electrical. The ignition. Power steering and more. Also the air conditioner/ coolest has stopped working. We have to have tried multiple solutions with no avail-?? please help! And let me know if I can help With anything!
- Frenchburg, KY, USA
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The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost electrical power and stalled. The anti-traction warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that he turned off and restarted the vehicle and was able to continue to drive. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Going about 30 mph with NO WARNING, The traction control light came on it beeped and the car stalled the power steering died as did the brakes. I tried to stop the car and the ABS kicked in but not fully. I was able to yank the steering wheel enough to round a corner avoid another vehicle and get to a safe place to stop. I restarted the car and it was as if nothing occurred. I believe there is a serious flaw in the computer system and an upgrade is needed!!! I used and OBD II reader and there were no codes that came up. The car only has 89,000 miles on it. This is a serious safety concern. If I had stalled on a highway on a curve, with no real way to stop it or steer it in time with out serious struggle, the outcome could have endangered not only myself and those in my car but other motorists!! Looking online I-??m terrified to even drive this vehicle-?? apparently this is happening a lot with this model. (HOW!!!"?") Someone really needs to look at this problem!
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at 30-40 MPH and making a turn, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle inadvertently lost electrical power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he shifted the gear shifter from neutral back to drive and was able to restart the vehicle to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that an unknown computer module needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the computer module was replaced; however, the failure recurred while driving and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that no issues were found. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a second dealer, Jim Browne Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Dade City (12020 US-301, Dade City, FL 33525) who diagnosed that the ignition key had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the ignition key was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that whenever the failure recurred, he would put the vehicle in neutral, then drive and attempt to restart the vehicle but the vehicle would only restart after he waited 10-15 minutes. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened; however, the manufacturer closed the case after a while. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 11V139000 (Electrical System) and 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.
Van will suddenly shut engine down resulting in loss of brakes, power steering and all other systems. Van must need to be restarted by turning key off and back to run position. Seems to happen at lower speeds and is an intermittent issue that can-??t be duplicated on command. Is becoming more frequent. (3 times in 2 days most recently) Will stall in the middle of the road and unable to safely move over. Tractions control light will turn on.
Headlight switch was turned on and headlights came on then went off. Turned light switch off and then on again and the lights came on and then went out again. This happened about dark time and I was 30 minutes from home. Cannot trust vehicle to drive at night as this has happened several times as I test the switch at home. Contacted dealership and all they could tell me is there is not a recall on this issue. No warning lamps came on. Can only drive during daytime as I cannot trust lights.
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the steering wheel was difficult to turn and brakes would not function. The contact stated that the vehicle was shifted into neutral and restarted and the vehicle to regained functionality. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 11V139000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 243,000.
When starting the ignition there were times the vehicle would not start or would suddenly stop when driving. Before purchasing this van the starter the fuel pump were replace almost three years (owner) later the starter was replaced and continued to have the same issue. Our Dodge Chrysler mechanic now say a external fuel pump relay must be place and have wiring. The risk is the safety of the driver and passengers when driving and suddenly the car stopping cause a accident and injuries. The vehicle was inspected by the Dodge and Chrysler dealership where an external fuel pump relay and new wiring to prevent this incidents from happening again. No warning messages until the symptoms of failing to turn on the vehicle or sudden stops in the road.
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose motive power randomly. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed and repaired; however, the failure persisted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) however, the Vin was not included. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 132,803.
My wife was driving, the vehicle stalled without warning. She was approachign a stop sign intersection when this occurred. All 3 of my kids in the car. The electronic stability control lights came on, power steering and brakes were affected. Vehicle was turned off and restarted. Very dangerous. There are multiple train crossings in my area and my wife and I drive these routes frequently. This seems to be a common concern based on the complaints and needs to be resolved before someone is seriously injured or killed. I urge anyone who experiences this to report it to the NHTSA. I urge the NHTSA to open an investigation and initiate a recall on this matter which could potentially affect thousands of drivers (vehicle owners) as well as the public at large.
The contact's father owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact's father had the vehicle serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) at a dealer. After the contact's father passed, the contact took possession of the vehicle. The contact stated that as she attempted to unlock the vehicle with her key fob, the vehicle failed to unlock. The contact was able to enter the vehicle with the key however, the vehicle failed to start. Due to the failure, the contact towed the vehicle to a dealer. After a few days in their possession, the contact was given an estimate for the replacement of a new battery. The next day, she was contacted again and was informed that the ignition switch also needed to be replaced. The dealer linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V373000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) however, the recall vehicle had been previously repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
Vehicles is shutting down while driving. No codes shown. Mechanic can find reason. It's been happening for a month. Steering wheel locked when of. I'm able to restart it right away after putting it on neutral.
The car randomly shuts off when driving. We have to put it in neutral & restart quickly to avoid an accident. It can be city or highway. Also, when car is off windows randomly open on their own. Moonroof has leaked since we purchased & rear window fluid won't work
VIN# [xxx] ~ a 2010 Chrysler (T&C 230K miles) after turning vehicle on or while driving, these things often happen: 1) front windshield wipers come on by themselves.... 2) windows cannot be rolled down at any time while driving or parked 3) dash lights come on (esp, air bag off, RPM, mph, fuel, etc 4) one cannot open the car doors to let people in unless the vehicle is off (only thennnn you can push the key fab unlock button and let people in....so sad).... parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
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- Fulton, MS, USA