What are the most common Chrysler Town & Country problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 280+ owner reports, the 2004 Chrysler Town & Country has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Cooling System Failures (3.3L/3.8L V6), 41TE/A604 Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Hard-Part Failure (Planetary/Clutch Pack Burnout), Front Impact (Crash) Sensor Corrosion and Cracking - Airbags May Not Deploy. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Chrysler Town & Country reliable?
The 2004 Chrysler Town & Country has 4 known issues documented across 280+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Cooling System Failures (3.3L/3.8L V6) and 41TE/A604 Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Hard-Part Failure (Planetary/Clutch Pack Burnout) and Front Impact (Crash) Sensor Corrosion and Cracking - Airbags May Not Deploy. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Chrysler Town & Country problems?
Repair costs for known Chrysler Town & Country issues range from $0 to $4,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Cooling System Failures (3.3L/3.8L V6), typically costs $400-$1,200 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2001-2010 Chrysler Town & Country Cooling System Failures (3.3L/3.8L V6)?
The 3.3L and 3.8L V6 engines suffer from water pump failures, thermostat failures, and radiator fan relay failures. The water pump weep hole is a common leak point. Overheating can cause head gasket failure. The cooling fan relay is a frequent failure point causing overheating at… Repairs typically run $400-$1,200. Severity: high.
What is the 1996-2007 Chrysler Town & Country 41TE/A604 Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Hard-Part Failure (Planetary/Clutch Pack Burnout)?
The 41TE (A604 Ultradrive) four-speed automatic used behind the 3.3L and 3.8L V6 in 1996-2007 Town & Country vans is the single most-reported failure on the nameplate. Clutch material and worn friction debris circulate in the fluid, plug the small feed passages in the valve body… Repairs typically run $2,200-$4,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2004-2007 Chrysler Town & Country Front Impact (Crash) Sensor Corrosion and Cracking - Airbags May Not Deploy?
The front impact sensors on 2004-2007 vans were built with brass bushings that corrode, particularly in road-salt states. The corrosion cracks the sensor housing and lets water in, which kills the sensor. A failed front sensor sets the airbag lamp and can prevent the front airbag… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 1996-2010 Chrysler Town & Country 3.3L/3.8L Valve Cover Gasket and Oil Filter Adapter Oil Leaks?
The pushrod 3.3L and 3.8L V6s develop a well-known cluster of external oil leaks as the gaskets harden. The rear (firewall-side) valve cover gasket is the classic one: oil runs down the back of the block and onto the exhaust, producing a burning-oil smell with no obvious puddle. Repairs typically run $250-$800. Severity: medium.
