2015 Chrysler Town And Country problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 247 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Chrysler Town And Country, most often about transmission & drivetrain. There are 4 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
247
Recalls
4
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Injuries
11
Median mileage
81,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Transmission & Drivetrain is the most-reported problem area, named in 77 of 247 complaints (31%).
  • Seats & Seat Belts (69) and engine (45) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 81,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 11 injuries.
  • The 2015 Chrysler Town And Country has 4 recalls on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 3rd of 12 Chrysler Town And Country model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 9% fewer complaints than the 2014 model year (270).

2015 Chrysler Town And Country problems by category

  • 77 complaints
  • 69 complaints
  • 45 complaints
  • 34 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    27 complaints
  • Airbags · 2 crashes
    22 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    15 complaints
  • Steering
    9 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    7 complaints
  • Brakes
    6 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    5 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    5 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    3 complaints
  • Suspension
    2 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    2 complaints
  • Lighting
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Power train77
Seats61
Engine45
Electrical system33
Unknown or other27
Air bags22
Structure:body10
Steering9

When problems happen (mileage)

1Under 10k210k–30k2130k–60k4960k–100k25100k–150k6150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2015 Chrysler Town And Country complaints that list mileage.

2015 Chrysler Town And Country recalls (4)

  • Recall 25V876000Dec 17, 202586 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

    Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

    Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

  • Recall 17V824000Dec 21, 201761,791 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

    Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

  • Recall 16V461000Jun 24, 201626,298 vehicles
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016, 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016, and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016. The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.

    Risk: If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.

  • Recall 16V044000Jan 28, 2016184 vehicles
    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

    FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

    Risk: If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • PE19014Opened Sep 9, 2019Closed Feb 25, 2026

    Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

    The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE19014 on September 9, 2019, to investigate 128 consumer complaints alleging that the Active Head Rest (AHR) inadvertently deployed without the occurrence of a crash or other rear impact event in model year (MY) 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles.When ODI opened the investigation, ODI was aware of thirteen alleged injuries.A small number of Early Warning Reports identified driver and/or passenger front seat AHR inadvertent deployments without a rear impact event.Reported safety consequences resulting from the AHR deployments in…

NHTSA 5-Star safety ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2015 Chrysler Town And Country VAN FWD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆

Recent 2015 Chrysler Town And Country complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Sep 25, 2026ILAirbags
    Driver side headrest popped out and plastic pieces are broken inside. I believe there is an investigation for this: Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment. It randomly happened the other day while vehicle was parked in garage. I’m not sure to get the headrest fixed for safety reasons or leave it broken.
    NHTSA complaint #11766968 · source
  2. Filed Jul 26, 2026MIElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain
    Transmission completely failed and had to be risky rebuilt. I was just driving down the highway and the transmission went into limp mode and I came to a fast slow down as it dropped the gearing. Also have noticed a huge issue with electronics putting me into a limp mode with wipers on headlights wont shut off, lose dash lights and speedometer with no blinkers or hazard lights. This left me in a very unsafe place as I had no way to tell other drivers where I was going or see…
    NHTSA complaint #11752929 · source
  3. Filed Jul 17, 2026157,000 miILSeats & Seat Belts
    The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while sitting in the vehicle with the vehicle turned off, the front driver's side seat headrest exploded without warning or impact. There was no injury sustained; however, the contact had a headache afterwards. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 157,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11751159 · source
  4. Filed Mar 21, 2026COOther / Unknown
    This is a safety-defect complaint regarding the Front Seat Active Head Restraint (AHR) on our 2015 Chrysler. In March 2025 the front passenger AHR SPONTANEOUSLY deployed with no collision or impact. The head restraint is now permanently dislodged and dangling from its original position. This creates an immediate safety hazard: it distracts the driver, protrudes into the front passenger seat area, and can cause pain or injury to front-seat passengers. This defeats the very…
    NHTSA complaint #11726094 · source
  5. Filed Feb 11, 202698,000 miPATransmission & Drivetrain
    The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where a transmission flush was performed; however, the failure persisted, and the vehicle started stalling after the repair. An independent mechanic was informed about the failure, and the contact was informed that the…
    NHTSA complaint #11717217 · source
  6. Filed Feb 7, 2026DEEngine
    Plastic oil filter housing leaking oil causing check engine light to come on. P06DD oil pressure code for not changing to high pressure. Common problem with 3.6L engine. Can lead to engine failure. Failed housing needs to be replaced with upgraded aluminum housing. This is located under the intake manifold and is an involved repair that is typically in excess of $1,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11716376 · source
  7. Filed Feb 2, 202670,000 miNY1 injuredBody & Structure
    The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the active head restraint on the driver's seat deployed independently, causing the contact get injured on the back of his head. The contact confirmed there was no impact, object, or crash. No warning lights were illuminated in the vehicle. No medical attention was required. The dealer or an independent mechanic was not contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an…
    NHTSA complaint #11715143 · source
  8. Filed Dec 17, 2025MIEngineOther / UnknownTransmission & Drivetrain
    2015 Chrysler Town and Country lost propulsion power while driving, endangering 2 occupants and surrounding drivers. While driving on a residential road, vehicle came to a stop at intersection. Upon attempting to accelerate from stop and applying gas, vehicle jolted and would not accelerate past 5 miles an hour with transmission engaging and disengaging while shifter was in drive. Vehicle's transmission would intermittently engage and disengage for 1/2 mile with no warning…
    NHTSA complaint #11705676 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology