Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country

Three problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2014

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle started to jerk violently. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that the front passenger side brake caliper seized and caused sing smoke to emit from the tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician verified the failure and stated that the caliper, rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was mileage was 129,628 and the current mileage was 129,698.

2 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 02/24/2010

2006 Chrysler town and country 60,000 miles brake failure, air in the brake fluid, causing brakes to become inoperable. Front caliper rebuilt, brakes bled, good for a couple weeks then it happened again.

3 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 05/17/2007

At 6,800 miles my new 2006 town and country van had to have the rotors and brakes replaced. The brakes overheated coming down a gradual sloping mountain. The brakes overheated again after the brakes were replaced at apx 7,800 miles, dealer said back brakes was not adjusted properly . I drive this mountain alot this is the first car to do this. I am reluctant to drive the van back in this area so I take my other car. I like the van but brakes should not give problems at this mileage. Concerned about safety of my family.




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