Does the 2015 Chrysler Town and Country have a transmission recall?

Yes. Recall campaign 16V461000, reported June 24, 2016, covers the transmission pump on 2015-2016 Town and Country and related FCA vehicles. The remedy is a free transmission pump replacement by a dealer.

How common are transmission problems on the 2015 Town and Country?

NHTSA lists 113 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2015 model year, which is 30% of the 382 total complaints filed for that year.

At what mileage do these transmission failures typically occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 81,000 miles.

Are there crashes or injuries linked to this problem?

NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 2 injuries associated with transmission and powertrain complaints on the 2015 Town and Country, and no fires.

2015 Chrysler Town and Country Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 113 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2015 Chrysler Town and Country, 30% of all 382 complaints for the year. A related recall, campaign 16V461000, covers transmission pump replacement. Median mileage at failure was 81,000.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 113; 30% of 382
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 81,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles unexpectedly lose power or the transmission drops out of gear while driving, sometimes stalling in traffic.
Owners describe a front transmission pump or oil pump failure that causes a loud whine and prevents the vehicle from accelerating even as RPMs rise.
Some drivers report the transmission jerks or hits hard after a delay when pressing the accelerator, especially when merging or passing.
Several owners say the vehicle randomly shifted into neutral on its own, triggering the check engine light.
Multiple complaints mention being told the recall (campaign 16V461000) does not apply to their VIN despite experiencing the same pump-related power loss.

When 2015 Chrysler Town and Country transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 1, 2015, latest Jul 26, 2026.

113 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q4 (9).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Chrysler Town and Country

NHTSA 16V461000Jun 24, 2016Transmission & Powertrain26,298 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.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Town and Country model year

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

201067 (4%)
201139 (5%)
201236 (6%)
201341 (6%)
201451 (8%)
2015113 (30%)
2016187 (36%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Chrysler Town and Country have a transmission recall?: Yes. Recall campaign 16V461000, reported June 24, 2016, covers the transmission pump on 2015-2016 Town and Country and related FCA vehicles. The remedy is a free transmission pump replacement by a dealer.
How common are transmission problems on the 2015 Town and Country?: NHTSA lists 113 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2015 model year, which is 30% of the 382 total complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do these transmission failures typically occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 81,000 miles.
Are there crashes or injuries linked to this problem?: NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 2 injuries associated with transmission and powertrain complaints on the 2015 Town and Country, and no fires.