1996 Chrysler Town and Country vs 1996 Toyota 4 Runner
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chrysler Town and Country | 1996 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 938 | 89 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 154 | 28 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 33 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 52 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Town and Country | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 162 | 24 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 169 | 1 |
| Power Train | 147 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 124 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 120 | 3 |
| Visibility | 74 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 61 | 16 |
| Steering | 74 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 74 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 37 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 27 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 25 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 6 |
1996 Chrysler Town and Country
1996 Toyota 4 Runner
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.