general problems of the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country - part 1

337 problems related to air bag have been reported for the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country based on all problems reported for the 2008 Town & Country.

1 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/13/2023

The contact owns a 2008 . The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and determined that parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 04/12/2023

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the driver’s and passenger’s side curtain and front air bags suddenly deployed. During the failure there was no collision to cause the air bags to deploy. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 11v394000 (air bags, equipment). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced that failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 170,160.

3 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2023

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the airbag warning light had appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to dealer where she was informed that the vehicle was not under recall. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic was performed which showed that the airbag module was defective. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

4 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2022

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that he had received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 20v396000(air bags). The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where they were able to replace the air bag but not the emblem. The contact then moved to iowa where he had the emblem replaced at kriegers Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram(3205 us-61, muscatine, IA 52761) under the same recall. After the emblem was replaced, the air bag warning light would intermittently appear on the instrument panel. He also stated that while driving at various speeds, the brakes would engage independently as both the abs and traction control warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed him that the cause of the failure was a result of a faulty air bag replacement. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was given an appointment for a diagnostic. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

5 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2021

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that there was a hole where the emblem was located on the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 20v396000 (air bag, steering) however, the emblem was removed but not replaced. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

6 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2021

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights flashed on the instrument panel as the vehicle would shut off. The contact stated that he waited for a while before being able to restart the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags) which he linked to the failure. The contact made an appointment with the local dealer. Upon arrival at the dealer, he was informed that the recall was already serviced prior and that he had to pay a diagnostic fee to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

7 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2021

Reference fca safety recall w09. I have been attempting to get my vehicle fixed/repaired since February of this year when I received a recall notice (w09) through the postal service. I was told in February the part was not available yet for the dealer to obtain but I would be notified when it was available. I have called the dealer frequently since then to determine the status of the part and to have my vehicle fixed and received the same reply. Approximately three months ago when I called the dealer (yet again), the dealer informed me they would order the part and they would notify me when it arrived. I have repeatedly called this dealer since then to ask if the part had arrived. After three phone calls I was pointedly told I would be notified when the part had arrived. It is December of 2021 now and the recall on my vehicle remains unfixed. This morning I searched for this recall on the NHTSA website and found, "the interim repair is to remove the emblem and the emblem retainers from the driver airbag. " this interim remedy was never mentioned nor completed by this dealer. I was never made aware until my search this morning there was an interim remedy. Since receiving this recall in February I have been minimizing the use of this vehicle, restricting its use to in town driving only until it could be fixed. I am fortunate to have another vehicle at my disposal but others in my situation may not be so fortunate. If the delay in supplying the required parts is due to the manufacture then I highly doubt the fca statement, ". . . But are sincerely concerned about your safety", as cited on their safety recall letter. If the delay is due to the diepholz Chrysler dealer in paris illinois, then I am of the opinion this dealer has failed or is unable to remedy this defect within a reasonable time period. If the NHTSA is able to get this dealer to make the required fix/repair, then the NHTSA is far better than I could ever hope to be.

8 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2021

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v396000 (air bags, steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer and brent brown Chrysler Jeep (1825 n university pkwy provo, ut 84604) were made aware of the recall but informed the contact that parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

9 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/12/2020

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the air bag warning light would remain illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag control unit was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the NHTSA campaign number 16v047000(air bags). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 185,000.

10 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/07/2020

Loose dab emblem retainer.

11 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/19/2019

While in motion, the electrical system and engine will suddenly turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. This happens with no warning while driving at highway speed on the highway. This has happened multiple times. I have no choice but to drive it this way.

12 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/21/2018

I was involved in a low speed frontal crash on an interstate highway. I was belted in and didn't even touch the airbag, but the airbag shot flames out of the right side hole burning my arm like a blowtorch. I have photos of the injury and it's healing stage. I was advised to go to the hospital for stitches as it split my arm open wide, but I'd been there 5 times in the last 8 months and just dressed it myself. The airbag is supposed to help prevent injury and it was the only thing that caused an injury!.

13 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2017

Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly. , wanted to know if my VIN# show if I had this fix recall was 4-1-2014, I don't remember.

14 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2017

My airbag warning keeps coming on an you can smell anti freeze. And I have had the air shut down and the engine shut down it starts back up but it is scary. Thank god it has not happened on the freeway.

15 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/10/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to hawk Chrysler Dodge Jeep (7911 w roosevelt rd, forest park, IL 60130) to be repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags). After the vehicle was repaired, the contact experienced a failure with starting the vehicle. The contact stated that it took several attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed again. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 22,374. The VIN was not available.

16 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2016

2008 Chrysler Town & Country. Consumer writes in regards to replacement parts not available to repair recall notice 14v-373.

17 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/10/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

18 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

19 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repairs. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

20 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received a recall notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.

21 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 03/16/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system). However, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

22 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2016

2008 Chrysler Town & Country. Consumer writes in regards to 14v-373 recall notice issues.

23 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/20/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

24 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

25 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

26 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/24/2016

We were traveling at a speed of 55-60 mph on a highway when we were hit from behind. I was in the front passenger seat. The van went straight to its side and I hit the door window and we continued to roll numerous times and then came to a stop on its side, my same side. During the crash and rollover the opposite passenger sliding door was partially ripped away. Two of the passengers were ejected from the van. No air bags deployed.

27 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (electrical system, air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. The VIN was not available.

28 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

29 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repairs. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

30 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

31 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact stated that while attempting a u-turn, another vehicle crashed into the front drivers side wheel. The air bas did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries reported. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a impound lot. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000. The vim was not available:.

32 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact was placed on a waiting list and stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

33 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2016

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Oo.

34 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2016

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

35 Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/16/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler town and country. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the parts were unavailable to perform the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Mf.



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