1998 Chrysler Town and Country electrical system problems
62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1998 Chrysler Town and Country — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“This vehicle has stalled while driving on the highway with my kids in the car leaving me with no power no brake had to quickly turn off to the shoulder and try to restart it is happening on a daily basis and is very dangerous I had a recall part replaced by dealer and still nothing something has to…”
filed Jun 13, 2017
“While driving in snow and rain for one day the steering wheel froze up, the battery light went on, and I was no longer able to drive. I was on a flat street and in motion when it occurred.”
filed Dec 13, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Electrical System problems in other Town and Country years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Town and Country | 106 | 20% |
| 2015 Town and Country | 62 | 16% |
| 2014 Town and Country | 215 | 34% |
| 2013 Town and Country | 393 | 58% |
| 2012 Town and Country | 395 | 62% |
| 2011 Town and Country | 523 | 68% |
| 2010 Town and Country | 977 | 63% |
| 2009 Town and Country | 453 | 64% |
| 2008 Town and Country | 1,242 | 64% |
| 2007 Town and Country | 43 | 20% |
| 2006 Town and Country | 74 | 17% |
| 2005 Town and Country | 164 | 19% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Chrysler Town and Country
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.