How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country?

NHTSA lists 240 brake complaints for the 2010 model year, which is 15% of all 1,556 complaints filed for that year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the brake complaints on this model year.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across brake complaints is 70,000 miles, though individual owners reported issues as early as around 7,550 to 8,000 miles.

How does the 2010 model compare to other Town and Country years for brake complaints?

The 2010 model's 15% share of complaints tied to brakes is higher than every later year shown, including 2011 at 9%, 2012 at 5%, and 2017 and 2018 at 0%.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area on the 2010 model shows 3 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries reported.

2010 Chrysler Town and Country Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 240 brake complaints for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country, 15% of all complaints that year, the highest share of any model year in this range. Median mileage at failure is 70,000, and there are no related brake recalls on file.

Brakes complaints: 240; 15% of 1,556
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 70,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Rotors warp and cause the steering wheel or brake pedal to shudder at highway speeds, sometimes starting as early as 7,550 to 8,000 miles and recurring after dealer replacement.
Brake pedal travels abnormally close to the floorboard, with owners describing reduced stopping power during emergency stops.
Rear calipers stick or freeze, in one case leading to a small fire near the caliper that required full replacement and system bleeding.
Sliders on the rear brakes corrode and jam, producing squeaking noises and requiring cleaning and lubrication at the dealer.
One owner reported total loss of steering and brakes accompanied by flickering dash lights and an engine shutoff while driving at low speed.

When 2010 Chrysler Town and Country brake complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 16, 2010, latest Apr 28, 2025.

240 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q1 to 2025 Q2; peak 2015 Q1 (26).

Brakes recalls for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Town and Country model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010240 (15%)
201172 (9%)
201231 (5%)
201349 (7%)
201439 (6%)
201513 (3%)
20167 (1%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country?: NHTSA lists 240 brake complaints for the 2010 model year, which is 15% of all 1,556 complaints filed for that year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the brake complaints on this model year.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across brake complaints is 70,000 miles, though individual owners reported issues as early as around 7,550 to 8,000 miles.
How does the 2010 model compare to other Town and Country years for brake complaints?: The 2010 model's 15% share of complaints tied to brakes is higher than every later year shown, including 2011 at 9%, 2012 at 5%, and 2017 and 2018 at 0%.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area on the 2010 model shows 3 crashes, 2 fires, and 3 injuries reported.