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2016 Chrysler Town and Country Transmission Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are transmission problems on the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country?

187 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country, 36% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 67,000–105,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.

187 complaints 36% of all 2016 complaints 84,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Torque converter 2
Automatic transmission 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (122 of 187). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.

Transmission complaints by Town and Country year

2008 Town and Country 58
2009 Town and Country 33
2010 Town and Country 67
2011 Town and Country 39
2012 Town and Country 36
2013 Town and Country 41
2014 Town and Country 51
2016 Town and Country 187

Related recalls

Automatic transmission

The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure. If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge.

Recall 16V461000 · Jun 2016
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Other 2016 Chrysler Town and Country problems

Common questions

What are common 2016 Chrysler Town and Country transmission problems?

Complaints most often name the torque converter and automatic transmission.

At what mileage do 2016 Chrysler Town and Country transmission problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 67,000–105,000 miles. The middle value is about 84,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2016 Chrysler Town and Country transmission problems?

Yes: 16V461000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Town and Country year has the most transmission complaints?

The 2016 Town and Country, with 187 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.