general problems of the 2006 Chrysler Town & Country - part 1

My vehicle went from 70 miles per hour quickly down to zero, on the highway. The engine completely shut off, while I was going 70. I was able to pull over and turn off the engine. When I restarted the car, it seemed fine. This was frightening and very inopportune. It was about 50 degrees outside at the time.

Power steering gear assy. Has developed leaks 3 times since new, requiring replacement. Noticed before failure occurred.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while making a turn, the steering wheel locked up without warning and while attempting to regain control, a loud bang noise was heard. The contact was able to regain control of the steering wheel but a clicking sound was heard constantly. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the clock spring and multi-function switch were damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,416.

I have encountered a very serious problem with the steering wheel of my 2006 Chrysler town and country. After doing some research, I have found that many others have experienced the same issues. As far as I can tell, no one has been able to solve this problem. This is a link to one of the forums that I encountered while doing research. . Read more...

My Chrysler town and country van started having what looked to be battery issues at the beginning of 2015. The engine would turn off and all the dash dials would begin to puslate until I turned it off and restarted it. At first it would do this only when it was raining out, so we changed the battery and it seemed to work. Then one afternoon it just completely shut down as we were driving down the road, sun shining, and completely dry out. We check the battery connections and replaced a few, seemed ok but then it happened again! this time as we were driving down a 70mph highway! thankfully the highway was not busy as the moment and near our exit and were able to safely get to the side and restart the van. We continue to take it in but everyone has told us "no engine light, no engine code, sorry can't help you. " we have seen others write about this same problem and are now bringing it to the NHTSA.

I have multiple issues with my 2006 Chrysler town and country. The first is that it cuts off unexpectedly. This has happened multiple times most luckily while stopped at an intersection or stop light but it has cut off on the interstate recently. It also has a light issue, the lights will cut on and off by themselves, I have woke up during the night to find the headlights shinning in the house when they do this there is no way to cut them off, they will eventually cut off by themselves. Another problem I have is the power steering whines when I drive it especially down the highway. I have checked the fluid and it is full.

On Monday, December 15, 2014 I was driving the vehicle and was making a left turn as I was transporting children for my business. In the midst of making a turn, the steering wheel made a loud popping sound and locked in the middle of the turn. I took it to the shop for repair and was told the problem was in the airbag. I later found out that their was a recall on the airbag for all 2005-06 Chrysler town and country vans. I contacted Chrysler and was told that even though my vehicle meets all the requirements for the recall, they still will not service my vehicle for recall. This vehicle is unsafe to drive and transport children and it is due to the airbag and other recalls listed for this vehicle. I would like to know from Chrysler what part of all excludes my vehicle??? the website clearly states that my vehicle meets the requirements to be repaired by the recall so I am confused as to why they won't honor this recall??.

When the weather is below 80 degrees the steering wheel makes a wining noise. Is there a recall on this issue? when the weather is cold the sound is coming from the inside. I had the syeering wheel fluid checked and it was ok. This only happens in colder weather. It is getting worse.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized without warning while driving in rainy weather. The steering wheel became hard to turn and caused the contact to crash into a mail box. The failure was experienced several times when the vehicle was driven in rain. The driver did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 80,000.

First time this happened when I was slowing down to come to a stop. The van shut down. No brakes. No steering. Put vehicle in park and it started right up again. It happened a 3-4 more times after that with similar circumstances. No rhyme or reason to when it would happen. On June 12, it happened again. On June 19, I took it to a mechanic who checked it out and said he hooked it up to different computers and couldn't find anything wrong. He drained the power steering fluid and put in new fluid. Today, on 7/29/2014, I was driving to work and slowed down to make a right hand turn and the van shut down. I had no steering or brakes as I was turning and almost hit a car on the opposite lane of traffic. I was able to pull over, put van in park and start it up again. It scared me so much I was shaking. Something needs to be fixed. It is not normal.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering would disengage independently. The contact mentioned that during cold weather the steering wheel made a loud noise when turning. In addition, the contact stated both sliding doors failed to lock. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician referred the contact to take the vehicle to the authorized dealer. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 72,000.

While driving during a rain storm I drove through a small puddle and the power steering system went out as well as the electrical system. I was able to pull the car into the closest drive after struggling with the steering. Anytime we hit a puddle or there is heavy rain something goes wrong. Someone is going to get hurt if they are traveling and the steering goes out. I just got back from the store just now and it is raining again, hit a small puddle and now the check engine light is on. This vehicle is not safe to drive in the rain!.

Driving home but needed to stop at grocery store, when I turned to go into a parking space my car steering wheel stopped working, I had to drift into the space. I thought I had accidentally put the car into neutral. So I parked, turned on the car and started to drive again, rounded a corner and my steering went out again. Had car towed to local dealership, where they found that the clock spring in the steering wheel was defective. It was replaced and so far steering seems to be okay. Though it seems to steer without as much give as it used to have when turning. Luckily, it did not happen when I was on the main road a few minutes before.

Excessive noise coming from engine bay in our 06 Chrysler t&c dealer says it is a leak in the power steering system and that the rack system (steering gear) needed to be replaced estimated repair $1360. 00 plus a 1. 5 days in the shop. After researching seems that this issue is well know to owners of the 06 t&c.

Filled the tank with gas,started driving was making a turn and the engine conked out. Luck was with me, as I was not in traffic at that time.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving over a speed bump or making a turn, the vehicle stalled and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000 and the current mileage was 55,200.

There is a loud whirring noise and I took it to the dealership I purchased it from and they told me that it needed the power steering reservoir replaced. The cost would be $400. 00 + to replace. I decided to research this issue on the internet and came across many other complaints of the same issue. I think Chrysler should issue a recall for this problem and foot the bill as there are many, many consumers experiencing the same problem that I have. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that when driving at any speed during inclement weather, the power steering system would malfunction, causing the contact to loose control of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who stated that the power steering malfunction was an issue that can not be remedied. The contact did not take the vehicle to a dealer. The failure mileage was 100,000. Kmj.

At about 68,000 miles on my 2006 town and country minivan, the power steering started making a loud whining noise. Turns out the rack is leaking and this wears on the power steering motor. Checked to see if there was a recall, none that I can find. But it appears that there are over 2000 complaints for the same problem. Hope they put in for a recall before anyone gets injured and then the lawsuits would cost chrystler more than just fixing the original problem.

Returining from trip, car was making whining sound that got louder with acceleration. Took to dealership (Chrysler) - was told rack was dry -no fluid. $1228 for replacement of power steering and rack. . Read more...

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph through a large puddle of water when the power steering warning indicator illuminated with a complete loss in steering power. After driving for a few moments, the power steering began to function normally without the illumination of the warning indicator. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. Updated 11/16/lj.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. While parked, the contact noticed the check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic advised that the fuel exhaust recirculation sensor had failed and would need to be replaced. In addition, the dealer stated that the steering rack assembly also needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

When driving in rain through a puddle (1" deep) my power steering went out when I tried to turn making it almost impossible to steer. Mechanic stated that it was likely due to location of the belt which can fail when wet and was a known issue with this model vehicle. Since then, this has occurred 3 times, always in rain. This is extremely dangerous as it makes it almost impossible to steer the vehicle. I was told there is no known fix for the problem.

Steering rack and pins. I own a 2006 Town & Country and took it in for 19 point check up and heard whining when turning on the van. Told that the steering rack was leaking. Informed by dealer this is a major thing going on in these vehicles. Did research on line to find over 2,000 complaints regarding this issue. Cost over $900. 00. This should seriously be looked into and a recall should be made if people are having this many problems.

Ignition switch shuts off while driving and engine stops running. Possible from bumps in road or bumping key ring with drivers knee. Has happened more than three times.

I was driving on the highway and my power steering went out. It was in the middle of winter with a storm coming in. I had to replace my power steering racking system, which coast me over $500. It is a issue that seems to be happening to many of these vehicles from this year. I also have issues with my power steering going out every time is rains or snows. This was happening well before I had to get the racking system repaired and is still an issue. This is a major safety issue that needs to be fixed.

Power steering-whining noise. Need replacing at a cost of 900. 00.

While my wife and daughter were pulling into the wataburger (fast food joint) off marbauch road at about ten miles per hour, the rack and pinon system of the steering mechanism basically exploded. They had almost no control over the direction the vehicle was going. It has failed but the once, and nearly caused my wife to hit parked automobiles. Vehicle was towed to ipac on loop 410 where the entire r&p unit was replaced with, I hope, new parts.

I own a 2006 Chrysler town and country. I noticed a whining noise coming from the front of the car. I took it in to Chrysler dealer yesterday and was told that it was the power steering reservoir. This van only has 49,000 miles on it. And today I came to know that this repair was not even covered on the extended warranty. That makes no sense to me. Please look into this and make Chrysler do something about it.

If we turn the steering wheel to the right, there is a mechanical clicking noise.

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph, the steering wheel lost control and became inoperable. The failure recurred seven times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic was unable to locate the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Kw.

Power steering goes out. So far this has been just when I turn the vehicle on, but it's happened 3 times now and yesterday was accompanied by a squeal.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the steering wheel would intermittently seize while driving at various speeds in rainy conditions. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and was in the process of being repaired. The contact was unaware of the type of repair being performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Power steering rack leaking had to have it replaced today at about 51k miles. Had noticed some whining noises back in the mid 40k range thought it was do to the cold weather. I know there have been alot of complaints about this issue. Now with Chrysler in bankruptcy doubt anything will come of it as far as a recall goes. But its obvious that its a faulty part. Guess next time I by a car its going to be a Toyota or Honda, im all for american made products but not when they are this unreliable.

My 2006 town and country power steering rack is leaking. I had my oil changes on a regular basis no one ever said anything about leak until it was no longer under warranty. And I read several letters stating the Chrysler knows about it! wow what a rip off and they should handle this with a recall and fix it. Over $1,500 to fix! I don't have that kind of money in today's world.