Does the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country have a transmission recall?

Yes. Recall 16V461000, reported June 24, 2016, covers a defective transaxle oil pump that can lose pressure and cause sudden loss of power. Chrysler dealers replace the transmission pump free of charge.

How common are transmission problems on the 2016 Town and Country?

NHTSA lists 187 transmission & powertrain complaints for this model year, which is 36% of all 525 complaints filed, the highest share among the model years listed.

At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 82,000 miles, though some sample complaints describe failures much earlier, including one at 10,000 miles tied to the recall.

Are the transmission complaints linked to crashes?

NHTSA records 4 crashes and 1 injury among the transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2016 Town and Country, with no fires reported.

2016 Chrysler Town and Country Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 187 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2016 Chrysler Town and Country, 36% of all 525 complaints that year. A recall (16V461000) covers a transaxle oil pump defect that can cause sudden loss of power. Median mileage at failure is 82,000 miles.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 187; 36% of 525
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 82,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles suddenly lose power and become sluggish or unresponsive at stop signs and low speeds.
A loud whining noise from the transmission occurs at various speeds, followed by unstable power delivery.
The transaxle oil pump loses pressure, cutting power without warning, as described in the related recall.
Owners report delayed or hard gear shifts, with RPM climbing to 4,000-5,000 before the transmission engages.
The transmission and its sensor fail together, causing incorrect gear display and difficulty restarting the vehicle.
Some owners could not get the recall repair completed promptly, with dealers citing part shortages or long wait times.

When 2016 Chrysler Town and Country transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 9, 2016, latest Sep 4, 2026.

187 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2020 Q1 (13).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Chrysler Town and Country have a transmission recall?: Yes. Recall 16V461000, reported June 24, 2016, covers a defective transaxle oil pump that can lose pressure and cause sudden loss of power. Chrysler dealers replace the transmission pump free of charge.
How common are transmission problems on the 2016 Town and Country?: NHTSA lists 187 transmission & powertrain complaints for this model year, which is 36% of all 525 complaints filed, the highest share among the model years listed.
At what mileage do these transmission problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 82,000 miles, though some sample complaints describe failures much earlier, including one at 10,000 miles tied to the recall.
Are the transmission complaints linked to crashes?: NHTSA records 4 crashes and 1 injury among the transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2016 Town and Country, with no fires reported.