Model year guide

2016 Chrysler Town and Country

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country — representative photo
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2016 Chrysler Town and Country at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints521
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$21,550

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2016 Chrysler Town and Country recalls 5

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #17V824000 · 21/12/2017

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…

Fix: 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.kid…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #16V461000 · 24/06/2016

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.

Fix: 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.

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch NHTSA Campaign #15V595000 · 24/09/2015

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.

Visibility:windshield NHTSA Campaign #16V044000 · 28/01/2016

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 Fede…

Fix: 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.

Seats:mid/rear Assembly NHTSA Campaign #16V300000 · 16/05/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles manufactured March 16, 2016, to March 17, 2016. The nuts on the third row seatbacks were incorrectly torqued and may become loose.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the third row seatback nuts, free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S37.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 521 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country worth?

Low
$13,995
Typical price
$21,550
High
$44,290

From 8 comparable 2016 Chrysler Town and Country listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,400
Total$23,900
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($21,550) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,154), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country trims & engines on record

Trims
Touring-L · Touring · Limited/Limited Platinum
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2016 Chrysler Town and Country vehicles on record

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2016 Chrysler Town and Country — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country?

Based on 521 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, seats, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country worth?

Comparable 2016 Chrysler Town and Country listings run roughly $13,995–$44,290, typically around $21,550 (from 8 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.