How many electrical system complaints does the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country have?

NHTSA lists 402 electrical system complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 59% of the 681 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country's electrical system?

Yes. Recall 14V234000, reported May 7, 2014, covers a vent window switch issue on 2010-2014 Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles built between August 25, 2010 and October 31, 2013; the remedy replaces the switch with a newer version.

Are the electrical problems linked to fires?

NHTSA data shows 7 fires and 7 injuries reported among electrical system complaints for this model year, with 4 crashes also recorded.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2013 Town and Country is 60,000 miles.

Did the recall fix the electrical problems?

Not always. One owner reported that even after completing the recall remedy for campaign 14V234000, smoke and a burning odor still occurred.

2013 Chrysler Town and Country Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 402 electrical system complaints for the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country, 59% of its 681 total complaints. A related recall (14V234000) addresses a vent window switch tied to fires, and owners also report burning smells, smoke, and melted interior components at a median 60,000 miles.

Electrical System complaints: 402; 59% of 681
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 7
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 60,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe burning odors or smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle, sometimes traced to a melted rear power outlet or melted seat back material.
Several complaints describe sparks, smoke, or fire coming from the driver door panel or rear driver side while the vehicle was in motion.
Some owners report the battery dying without warning lights, with underlying wiring or components found melted or burnt after inspection.
Owners report dealers being unable to diagnose burning smells coming through the air vents even with the air conditioner turned off.
One owner reported the HVAC system intermittently blowing only cold outside air on the driver's side, with dealers unable to repair it after multiple visits.
A complaint noted the vehicle continuing to have a burning smoke odor and fire even after the recall remedy for campaign 14V234000 had been completed.

When 2013 Chrysler Town and Country electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 14, 2013, latest Jul 25, 2026.

402 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2015 Q1 (107).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country

NHTSA 14V234000May 7, 2014Electrical System644,757 vehicles
Electrical system
Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, through October 31, 2013. The affected vehicles may experience overheating of the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest.
Risk: An overheated switch may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vent window switch with a newer version, free of charge. The owner notification letter was issued and the remedy campaign launched on on December 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P25.

Electrical System complaints by Town and Country model year

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

20101,022 (66%)
2011528 (68%)
2012403 (64%)
2013402 (59%)
2014218 (34%)
201564 (17%)
2016108 (21%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country have?: NHTSA lists 402 electrical system complaints for the 2013 model year, which is 59% of the 681 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Chrysler Town and Country's electrical system?: Yes. Recall 14V234000, reported May 7, 2014, covers a vent window switch issue on 2010-2014 Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles built between August 25, 2010 and October 31, 2013; the remedy replaces the switch with a newer version.
Are the electrical problems linked to fires?: NHTSA data shows 7 fires and 7 injuries reported among electrical system complaints for this model year, with 4 crashes also recorded.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2013 Town and Country is 60,000 miles.
Did the recall fix the electrical problems?: Not always. One owner reported that even after completing the recall remedy for campaign 14V234000, smoke and a burning odor still occurred.