How common are engine problems in the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country?

NHTSA lists 81 engine-related complaints for the 2016 model year, which is 15% of the 525 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2016 Town and Country engine shutting off?

NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this engine complaint category for the 2016 model year.

At what mileage do engine problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 81,500 miles.

How does 2016 compare to other Town and Country years for engine complaints?

The 2016 model's 15% share of complaints is lower than 2010 (23%), 2012 (18%), 2013 (18%), and 2014 (26%), suggesting relatively fewer engine complaints that year.

Did engine problems cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2016 Town and Country lists 3 crashes and 1 fire, with 0 injuries reported.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country Engine Problems

Engine complaints make up 81 of 525 total complaints (15%) for the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country, with a median failure mileage of 81,500. NHTSA lists no recalls tied to this engine issue.

Engine complaints: 81; 15% of 525
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 81,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine suddenly shuts off while driving at highway speed, cutting power steering along with it.
Loss of engine power occurs without warning, sometimes referencing an unrelated powertrain campaign number.
Vehicle loses acceleration above 40 mph with RPMs redlining before gears shift.
Engine shuts off at low speed after dash lights illuminate and wipers activate on their own.
Cruise control causes the van to keep accelerating until manually disengaged.
Engine cuts out mid-drive with no warning lights or sensor alerts beforehand.

When 2016 Chrysler Town and Country engine complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 12, 2016, latest Sep 16, 2026.

81 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2020 Q1 (7).

Engine recalls for the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Town and Country model year

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

2010351 (23%)
2011126 (16%)
2012112 (18%)
2013125 (18%)
2014165 (26%)
201578 (20%)
201681 (15%)
20170 (0%)
20180 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country?: NHTSA lists 81 engine-related complaints for the 2016 model year, which is 15% of the 525 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Town and Country engine shutting off?: NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this engine complaint category for the 2016 model year.
At what mileage do engine problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 81,500 miles.
How does 2016 compare to other Town and Country years for engine complaints?: The 2016 model's 15% share of complaints is lower than 2010 (23%), 2012 (18%), 2013 (18%), and 2014 (26%), suggesting relatively fewer engine complaints that year.
Did engine problems cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2016 Town and Country lists 3 crashes and 1 fire, with 0 injuries reported.