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2013 Chrysler Town & Country Problems & Issues

2013 model year · 1,250+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,250+ owner reports, the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country has 12 documented known issues, with 7 rated critical. The most serious are TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure ($50-$1,500 repair), 62TE Transmission Solenoid Pack Failure ($300-$4,500 repair), Occupant Restraint Control Module Software Error - Airbags Deploy on the Wrong Side (NHTSA 13V-283 / 13V-291) ($0-$0 repair), 3.6L Pentastar Plastic Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler Assembly Cracking and Leaking ($600-$1,400 repair), Driver's Door Vent Window Switch Overheating and Vehicle Fire (NHTSA 14V-234) ($0-$0 repair), 3.6L Pentastar Water Pump Seal/Bearing Failure and Overheating ($450-$900 repair) and 3.6L Pentastar Left Cylinder Head Valve Guide/Seat Wear Causing Cylinder Misfire ($0-$2,500 repair). The most commonly reported issue is TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure with 400 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $50 to $4,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, the TIPM central fuse/relay box controls nearly all vehicle electrical functions. Internal relays, especially the fuel pump relay, fail due to solder joint cracking from thermal cycling. Causes random activation of lights, wipers, horn, sliding doors losing power, battery drain, and no-start conditions. Class-action lawsuit filed. Most severe in 2008 and 2010-2011 model years.

    This issue also affects: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Chrysler 300

    Common Symptoms

    • Vehicle won't start (fuel pump relay failure)
    • Fuel pump runs continuously with key off
    • Wipers, horn, or lights activate randomly
    • Power sliding doors lose power mid-operation
    • Battery drain from interior lights activating overnight
    • ABS/airbag warning lights

    How to Fix

    Three options: (1) New TIPM from dealer ($800-$1,500 + programming), (2) Mail-in TIPM rebuild service from UpFix, Circuit Board Medics, or MAKS TIPM ($200-$400, plug-and-play, no programming needed), (3) External fuel pump relay bypass cable ($50-$150) for fuel pump relay issue only.

    Typical repair cost:$50 - $1,500

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    High Confidence400 owner reportsLast reported by owners Jul 2025Reviewed Feb 2026

    On the 2010-2014 Chrysler Town & Country, fCA recalled roughly 780,000 2010-2014 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vans built 25 August 2010 through 31 October 2013 because the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest can overheat. The switch draws current through an undersized path and can melt, char the armrest and start a fire in the door panel - fires were reported with the vehicle parked as well as running. Owners typically notice a hot or discolored switch, a melted-plastic smell in the cabin, or a vent window that stops working before anything worse happens.

    Common Symptoms

    • Hot or discolored vent window switch in the driver's armrest
    • Melting-plastic or burning smell in the cabin
    • Vent windows stop operating
    • Smoke from the driver's door panel
    • Blown fuse for the window circuit

    How to Fix

    Free recall remedy: NHTSA campaign 14V-234 (FCA campaign P25), dealers replace the vent window switch with a redesigned version at no charge. These vans are old enough that many were sold before the remedy was applied - run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, because the recall remains open and free indefinitely. If the switch or armrest is already discolored or smells hot, stop using the vent windows and get it in immediately.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    180 owners

    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, the ignition switch and SKREEM (Sentry Key Remote Entry Module) fail, preventing the vehicle from starting or causing intermittent no-start conditions. The SKREEM module reads the transponder in the key and communicates with the PCM. Failure causes 'no bus' communication errors.

    This issue also affects: Dodge Challenger

    Common Symptoms

    • Vehicle cranks but won't start
    • Security light flashing on dashboard
    • Key won't turn in ignition
    • Intermittent no-start that resolves after waiting

    How to Fix

    Replace ignition switch (Mopar 4685863AH) and/or SKREEM module (Mopar 56046149AE). New keys may need to be programmed at dealer. Try cleaning key and ignition cylinder first - cleaning the key transponder ring around the ignition cylinder resolves intermittent issues for some owners.

    Typical repair cost:$200 - $800

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    High Confidence180 owner reportsLast reported by owners Mar 2025Reviewed Feb 2026

    On the 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar V6 (ERB), the 3.6L Pentastar carries its oil filter, oil cooler and both oil and coolant passages in one molded plastic housing that sits in the valley of the V under the intake manifold. Heat cycling makes the plastic brittle and the integral seals flatten, so the housing cracks or weeps. Because the assembly carries coolant as well as oil, a failure can present as an external oil leak down the back of the block, an external coolant leak, or - in the worst case - internal oil/coolant mixing that turns the coolant reservoir milky. Owners often first see it as oil dripping onto the exhaust and a burning smell, and the location under the intake makes it look like a rear main seal leak. Over-torquing the plastic oil filter cap during oil changes is a documented accelerant. This is a Pentastar-specific part and does not apply to the 3.3L/3.8L vans.

    Common Symptoms

    • Oil dripping down the back of the engine onto the exhaust / burning oil smell
    • Coolant loss with no visible external leak
    • Milky or creamy coolant in the overflow bottle
    • Oil pressure or low-coolant warning
    • Oil pooling in the valley under the intake manifold

    How to Fix

    No recall. The correct fix is to replace the entire oil filter housing/oil cooler assembly - later service parts use an aluminum housing that resolves the cracking - along with the coolant and oil that were lost. The intake manifold must come off, which is most of the labor. Do not simply reseal the plastic unit. If the coolant has gone milky, flush the cooling system and change the oil after the repair. Hand-tighten the filter cap to spec on subsequent oil changes.

    Typical repair cost:$600 - $1,400

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    On the 2011-2013 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar V6 (ERB), early-build 3.6L Pentastar V6 engines suffer accelerated valve guide and valve seat wear on the LEFT (driver's side) cylinder head, producing a persistent misfire on one of the left-bank cylinders and an illuminated MIL. It is frequently accompanied by the 'Pentastar tick.' The defect is specific to the left head - the right head is not affected - and to early Pentastar production, which is why FCA issued a warranty extension rather than a recall. Owners on the Chrysler minivan forums report repeat failures where a replacement head was installed with the same early casting. Some owners with matching symptoms and matching engine build dates were told their VIN falls outside the extension, which produced a class-action claim covering 3.6L vehicles excluded from the extension.

    This issue also affects: Chrysler 300, Chrysler Aspen, Chrysler Cirrus

    Common Symptoms

    • Rough idle and misfire on a left-bank cylinder
    • Check engine light with a single-cylinder misfire code
    • Ticking noise from the driver's side of the engine
    • Reduced power / engine shake under load
    • Misfire returns shortly after a plug-and-coil replacement

    How to Fix

    FCA extended the warranty on the left cylinder head to 10 years/150,000 miles from in-service date on 2011-2013 vehicles with the 3.6L. The repair is replacement of the left cylinder head with the updated casting (and the rocker arms/lifters if the tick damaged them). Call a Chrysler dealer with the VIN to confirm coverage before paying out of pocket - the extension is VIN-gated by engine build date, not by model year alone. Out of warranty this is a full left-head R&R.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $2,500

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    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, the 62TE 6-speed automatic transmission experiences solenoid pack failures causing hard shifting, slipping, limp mode (stuck in 3rd gear), and complete transmission failure. The solenoid pack contains 6 shift solenoids, 1 line-pressure solenoid, a temperature sensor, and 5 pressure switches. Most frequent in 2012 and 2014 models.

    This issue also affects: Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300M, Chrysler Cirrus

    Common Symptoms

    • Hard shifting between gears
    • Transmission slipping during acceleration
    • Stuck in 3rd gear (limp mode)
    • Overheating transmission warning
    • Sudden loss of acceleration
    • Delayed engagement from Park to Drive

    How to Fix

    Start with solenoid pack replacement (68376696AA or 5078709AB). If internal damage present, full transmission rebuild ($2,500-$4,500). Always use ONLY Mopar ATF+4 fluid (68218058AC). Change fluid every 30,000 miles despite Chrysler's lifetime claim.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $4,500

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    On the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country, fCA issued two 2013 campaigns against the Occupant Restraint Control module on 2013 Town & Country vans built roughly 10 May 2012 through 7 June 2013. Incorrect ORC software could cause the side airbags and curtains on the wrong side of the vehicle to deploy in a side impact, leaving the occupants at the actual point of impact unprotected. One campaign was remedied by reflashing the module; the other required physically replacing the ORC. This is a calibration/module defect specific to that build window and is unrelated to the water-intrusion ORC problem on the 2008-2010 vans.

    Common Symptoms

    • No warning symptom - defect only manifests in a crash
    • Airbags deploying on the side opposite the impact

    How to Fix

    Free recall remedies: NHTSA 13V-283 (FCA campaign N44) - dealers reprogram the occupant restraint control module; NHTSA 13V-291 (FCA campaign N48) - dealers replace the ORC module. Both at no charge. Verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls; there is no owner-visible symptom for this defect, so a VIN check is the only way to know whether it was performed.

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    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar V6 (ERB), the 3.6L Pentastar's water pump is a recognized wear item on 2011-2016 vans. The internal shaft seal fails first and coolant escapes from the weep hole at the front of the pump; if it is ignored the bearing follows and the pump can shed its drive, producing rapid overheating. Owners report the leak between roughly 80,000 and 120,000 miles. A very common misdiagnosis on these vans is a leaking plastic thermostat housing, which drips into the same area and looks identical from above - replacing the pump without checking the housing leaves the van still leaking. Note this is the Pentastar pump; the 3.3L/3.8L vans have an entirely different cooling-system failure pattern.

    This issue also affects: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Chrysler 300

    Common Symptoms

    • Coolant drip from the front of the engine / weep hole
    • Low coolant warning and repeated top-ups
    • Temperature gauge climbing in traffic
    • Whining or grinding from the front of the engine
    • Sweet coolant smell after shutdown
    • Steam from the engine bay

    How to Fix

    No recall. Replace the water pump with an updated Mopar or quality OE-equivalent unit, and inspect (usually replace) the plastic thermostat housing at the same time since it is the other common leak in that area and the labor overlaps. Refill with the correct OAT coolant, bleed the system properly, and confirm no residual leak with a pressure test before returning the van to service. Overheating on this engine risks head damage, so do not defer a weep-hole drip.

    Typical repair cost:$450 - $900

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    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, power sliding doors fail to open or close automatically, open partially and stop, or operate intermittently. The drive cable, motor, and lock actuator are common failure points. Insulation wear in wiring harness causes shorts. Chrysler issued a campaign for harness chafing on 2008-2009 builds. Class-action lawsuit covers 2013-2016 models.

    This issue also affects: Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Voyager

    Common Symptoms

    • Sliding door opens partially then stops
    • Door motor makes noise but door doesn't move
    • Door operates intermittently
    • Door Ajar warning despite door being closed
    • Door won't latch or unlatch electrically

    How to Fix

    Replace drive cable assembly (cable not serviced separately). Left side: 68064661AE (updated part), right side: 68064660AC. Replace lock actuator if door won't latch (left: 5020679AB, right: 5020678AA). Check wiring harness for chafing, especially on 2008-2009 models. Track motor: 68067847AF.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $800

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    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, two related liftgate failures dominate owner reports on the 2008-2016 vans. First, the gas struts lose their charge - the seals wear and the gas escapes, so the liftgate will not stay up and drops on whoever is loading the van; this is strongly temperature-sensitive and owners report it appearing first on cold mornings. Second, on power-liftgate vans the liftgate control module itself fails, leaving the gate dead to the key fob and dash switch or reversing part-way through a cycle. On a power gate a weak strut also makes the module think it has hit an obstruction, so the gate reverses and beeps - which sends owners chasing electrical faults when the actual cause is a mechanical strut. FCA also recalled a small March-2012 build window for a defective right-side liftgate pinch sensor (NHTSA 12V-191) that could let the gate close on a limb.

    Common Symptoms

    • Liftgate will not stay open / drops on its own
    • Liftgate sags noticeably worse in cold weather
    • Power liftgate reverses part-way through closing and beeps
    • Liftgate dead to fob and dash switch
    • Grinding from the liftgate drive unit

    How to Fix

    No general recall for the struts. Replace the gas struts in pairs with the correct load-rated units for a power liftgate (power-gate vans use a different strut than manual-gate vans - fitting manual struts to a power gate causes reversing faults); it is a roughly 15-minute job. If the gate is completely dead with good struts and good fuses, diagnose the liftgate control module before replacing motors. For the March 2012 build window, NHTSA 12V-191 covers free inspection and replacement of the right liftgate pinch sensor.

    Typical repair cost:$60 - $700

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    On the 2005-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, the Stow 'n Go system uses a plastic pull-ring latch in the floor panel ahead of each second-row seat; the ring tugs a cable that releases the heavy floor bin lid so the seat can fold in. The rings sit where every passenger steps and are pulled hard to lift a heavy lid, so they crack and break off - forum owners describe it as near-universal on high-mileage vans, with at least one broken ring on almost every example. Separately, the seat's own release cable stretches, unclips or snaps at the crimp, which leaves the second-row seat locked upright or, worse, stuck part-way down and unable to latch back into the floor strikers. A seat that is not latched to the floor is a restraint problem, not just an inconvenience.

    Common Symptoms

    • Broken or missing plastic pull-ring in the floor bin lid
    • Floor bin lid will not open
    • Second-row seat will not fold into the floor
    • Second-row seat stuck part-way down
    • Seat will not latch back into the floor strikers
    • Seat rocks or slides because it is not latched

    How to Fix

    No recall. For a broken floor-bin pull ring, the dealer sells the whole floor panel (owners report around $250 each), so most people replace just the latch/pull-ring assembly or fabricate a replacement pull. For a broken seat release cable, the fix is a new release cable - most of the cable run requires removing the seat cushion to access the crimp. Trace the cable from the latch back to the handle before ordering parts, and tie a temporary pull to the linkage so the seat can be released while the repair is pending. Do not carry a passenger in a second-row seat that will not positively latch to the floor.

    Typical repair cost:$80 - $450

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    On the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, the plastic-geared HVAC door actuators behind the dash strip their teeth and lose position, which is why so many of these vans blow hot on one side and cold on the other, or lose recirculation entirely. The classic tell is a repetitive clicking or grinding tick from behind the dash that changes when the temperature setting is changed. Because the van has separate driver, passenger and (on tri-zone vans) rear actuators plus mode and recirculation actuators, the same symptom points to several different motors. FCA also addressed a related binding condition on the right-side blend door with a customer satisfaction notification and TSB 24-006-15 for 2014-2015 vehicles, where the fix begins with reprogramming the HVAC control module rather than replacing hardware.

    Common Symptoms

    • Clicking or ticking from behind the dash that changes with temperature setting
    • Hot air on one side and cold on the other
    • Temperature knob has no effect
    • Recirculation will not engage or will not shut off
    • Air comes out of the wrong vents regardless of mode setting

    How to Fix

    No recall. Confirm which actuator is at fault with the HVAC module's actuator calibration/recalibration routine and the stored actuator-position codes before pulling the dash apart - a mis-calibrated actuator behaves like a stripped one. On 2014-2015 vans check TSB 24-006-15 first: the documented remedy is an HVAC control module reflash, replacing the actuator only if the reflash does not restore travel. When replacement is required, use an actuator with reinforced gears - the original design's plastic teeth are the failure point. Driver-side actuators are usually accessible from under the dash; the rear/tri-zone units are far more labor.

    Typical repair cost:$150 - $700

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the most common Chrysler Town & Country problems?

    According to Au7o's analysis of 1,250+ owner reports, the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country has 12 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure, 62TE Transmission Solenoid Pack Failure, Occupant Restraint Control Module Software Error - Airbags Deploy on the Wrong Side (NHTSA 13V-283 / 13V-291). Of these, 7 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

    Is the Chrysler Town & Country reliable?

    The 2013 Chrysler Town & Country has 12 known issues documented across 1,250+ owner reports. 7 issues are rated critical: TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure and 62TE Transmission Solenoid Pack Failure and Occupant Restraint Control Module Software Error - Airbags Deploy on the Wrong Side (NHTSA 13V-283 / 13V-291) and 3.6L Pentastar Plastic Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler Assembly Cracking and Leaking and Driver's Door Vent Window Switch Overheating and Vehicle Fire (NHTSA 14V-234) and 3.6L Pentastar Water Pump Seal/Bearing Failure and Overheating and 3.6L Pentastar Left Cylinder Head Valve Guide/Seat Wear Causing Cylinder Misfire. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

    How much does it cost to fix common Chrysler Town & Country problems?

    Repair costs for known Chrysler Town & Country issues range from $0 to $4,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure, typically costs $50-$1,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure?

    The TIPM central fuse/relay box controls nearly all vehicle electrical functions. Internal relays, especially the fuel pump relay, fail due to solder joint cracking from thermal cycling. Causes random activation of lights, wipers, horn, sliding doors losing power, battery drain,… Repairs typically run $50-$1,500. Severity: high.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country 62TE Transmission Solenoid Pack Failure?

    The 62TE 6-speed automatic transmission experiences solenoid pack failures causing hard shifting, slipping, limp mode (stuck in 3rd gear), and complete transmission failure. The solenoid pack contains 6 shift solenoids, 1 line-pressure solenoid, a temperature sensor, and 5 pressu… Repairs typically run $300-$4,500. Severity: high.

    What is the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country Occupant Restraint Control Module Software Error - Airbags Deploy on the Wrong Side (NHTSA 13V-283 / 13V-291)?

    FCA issued two 2013 campaigns against the Occupant Restraint Control module on 2013 Town & Country vans built roughly 10 May 2012 through 7 June 2013. Incorrect ORC software could cause the side airbags and curtains on the wrong side of the vehicle to deploy in a side impact, lea… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar Plastic Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler Assembly Cracking and Leaking?

    The 3.6L Pentastar carries its oil filter, oil cooler and both oil and coolant passages in one molded plastic housing that sits in the valley of the V under the intake manifold. Heat cycling makes the plastic brittle and the integral seals flatten, so the housing cracks or weeps. Repairs typically run $600-$1,400. Severity: high.

    What is the 2010-2014 Chrysler Town & Country Driver's Door Vent Window Switch Overheating and Vehicle Fire (NHTSA 14V-234)?

    FCA recalled roughly 780,000 2010-2014 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vans built 25 August 2010 through 31 October 2013 because the vent window switch in the driver's door armrest can overheat. The switch draws current through an undersized path and can melt, char the arm… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2011-2016 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar Water Pump Seal/Bearing Failure and Overheating?

    The 3.6L Pentastar's water pump is a recognized wear item on 2011-2016 vans. The internal shaft seal fails first and coolant escapes from the weep hole at the front of the pump; if it is ignored the bearing follows and the pump can shed its drive, producing rapid overheating. Own… Repairs typically run $450-$900. Severity: high.

    What is the 2011-2013 Chrysler Town & Country 3.6L Pentastar Left Cylinder Head Valve Guide/Seat Wear Causing Cylinder Misfire?

    Early-build 3.6L Pentastar V6 engines suffer accelerated valve guide and valve seat wear on the LEFT (driver's side) cylinder head, producing a persistent misfire on one of the left-bank cylinders and an illuminated MIL. It is frequently accompanied by the 'Pentastar tick.' The d… Repairs typically run $0-$2,500. Severity: high.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country Power Sliding Door Cable and Motor Failure?

    Power sliding doors fail to open or close automatically, open partially and stop, or operate intermittently. The drive cable, motor, and lock actuator are common failure points. Insulation wear in wiring harness causes shorts. Chrysler issued a campaign for harness chafing on 200… Repairs typically run $300-$800. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country Ignition Switch and SKREEM Module Failure?

    The ignition switch and SKREEM (Sentry Key Remote Entry Module) fail, preventing the vehicle from starting or causing intermittent no-start conditions. The SKREEM module reads the transponder in the key and communicates with the PCM. Failure causes 'no bus' communication errors. Repairs typically run $200-$800. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2005-2016 Chrysler Town & Country Stow 'n Go Floor Bin Latch and Second-Row Seat Release Cable Breakage?

    The Stow 'n Go system uses a plastic pull-ring latch in the floor panel ahead of each second-row seat; the ring tugs a cable that releases the heavy floor bin lid so the seat can fold in. The rings sit where every passenger steps and are pulled hard to lift a heavy lid, so they c… Repairs typically run $80-$450. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country HVAC Blend / Recirculation Door Actuator Gear Stripping and Loss of Temperature Control?

    The plastic-geared HVAC door actuators behind the dash strip their teeth and lose position, which is why so many of these vans blow hot on one side and cold on the other, or lose recirculation entirely. The classic tell is a repetitive clicking or grinding tick from behind the da… Repairs typically run $150-$700. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2008-2016 Chrysler Town & Country Power Liftgate Gas Strut Collapse and Liftgate Module Failure?

    Two related liftgate failures dominate owner reports on the 2008-2016 vans. First, the gas struts lose their charge - the seals wear and the gas escapes, so the liftgate will not stay up and drops on whoever is loading the van; this is strongly temperature-sensitive and owners re… Repairs typically run $60-$700. Severity: medium.

    Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

    Data sourced from 1,250+ owner reports, NHTSA recalls, TSBs, and automotive forums.