1992 Chrysler Town and Country problems & reliability
135 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
1 complaint report injuries (1 injured).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 63 | 47% |
| Power Train | 16 | 12% |
| Structure | 10 | 7% |
| Electrical System | 8 | 6% |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 6% |
| Visibility | 8 | 6% |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5% |
| Steering | 7 | 5% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 4% |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The contact owns a 1992 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in the driveway the brakes failed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator and actuator assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Feb 7, 2022
“Tl* the contact owns a 1992 chrysler town and country. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes lost power. The contact applied excessive force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. In addition, the anti-lock brake and an unknown warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…”
Service Brakes · filed Jun 17, 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 1992 chrysler town and country. While driving approximately 25 mph, the brakes failed and the brake pedal became difficult to depress. When the failure occurred, the vehicle would not immediately stop and the stopping distance was extended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but…”
Service Brakes · filed Jun 6, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER
Engineering Analysis EA97020 · opened Sep 30, 1997 · closed Jul 27, 1999 · led to recall 99V189000
- SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGE FAILURES
Engineering Analysis EA97005 · opened Apr 10, 1997 · closed Dec 23, 1997 · led to recall 97V149000
- WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
Preliminary Evaluation PE97013 · opened Apr 2, 1997 · closed Sep 30, 1997
- WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
Defect Petition DP97001 · opened Mar 12, 1997 · closed Apr 2, 1997
- ALLEGED REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORT FAILURE
Engineering Analysis EA96027 · opened Oct 31, 1996 · closed May 16, 1997 · led to recall 97V079000
- ALLEGED REAR LIFTGATE SUPPORT FAILURE
Preliminary Evaluation PE96035 · opened May 6, 1996 · closed Oct 31, 1996 · led to recall 97V079000
- SAFETY BLT LATCH OPERATION
Preliminary Evaluation PE96008 · opened Jan 25, 1996 · closed Jun 28, 1996
- STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION
Engineering Analysis EA95029 · opened Sep 26, 1995 · closed Nov 13, 1996 · led to recall 96V229000
Technical service bulletins
53 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country. The 10 most recent:
Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part…
23027 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 23, 2016
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying…
23104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 22, 2016
Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See…
23137 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 22, 2016
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
Volume 2, Issue · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 18, 2016
CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w…
20244 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 18, 2016
1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See…
22958 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 17, 2016
Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA…
22867 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 17, 2016
Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC…
22892 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 17, 2016
P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR…
20616 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 12, 2016
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
Volume 2, Issue · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 2, 2016
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 1992 Chrysler Town and Country in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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