Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Chrysler Town and Country owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the turn signal, and brake light failed to function as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the center third brake light needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The contact also stated that the rear driver's side door failed to open. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
My headlights turn off when driving intermittently. Turning the headlight switch on and off sometimes restores the lights, as does tapping the switch. None of these actions keep the lights on permanently. Minutes later, the lights will go off again. This is a huge safety issue driving at night. This problem was addressed by NHTSA action number:ea11010 for Town & Country models built between March 1, 2004 (mdh 0301xx) and November 30, 2005 (mdh 1130xx) but my vehicle was built in April, 2006 and it is exhibiting the same exact symptoms. I believe that the Chrysler headlight switch problem goes beyond the model build range addressed in ea11010 and there are many more vehicles affected by this than have been identified in the 2012 bulletin. …
This car has experienced many electrical problems over the years some of which I've been able to deal with. The latest ones in the past year have to do with the lights and it's getting to be a safety problem. Within a few years of purchasing this auto, the automatic door lock on the slider stopped working. About seven years ago, the automatic window on the passenger side stopped working. I have dealt with those problems. Over the years there have been many light bulbs that have 'burned' out including taillights, parking lights, low and high beam lights. I've found ten receipts for repairs on those, but the most of them have been in the past two years. I was driving on a highway in the dark yesterday and tried to switch from low beam to high beam lights and they are 'burned' out again! Both lights were replaced 10/4/17. …
I authorize hnsta to write a letter on my behalf to: daimler Chrysler customer center p.o. Box 218004 auburn hill michigan 48321-8004 on Friday August 3, 2007 was parked on troy ave between eastern parkway and union st in brooklyn ny while parked on the west bound side of toy ave. I was talking to some associates when the right passenger side tail light of my 2006 Chevrolet grand caravan burst into flames. The vehicle is currently at the dealer: bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge 212-19 northern blvd bayside, ny 11361-3193 I would like Chrysler to exchange this vehicle for a safer one. There mechanics has determined there was an electrical defect in this one. I believe this type of circumstance should not fall under the lemon law as a common defect. …
The air bag warning light comes on and stays on for a few minutes, to over an hour, every few days or so, and, due to faulty air bad sensors being an NHTSA issue with 06 chryslers this is cause for great concern for me and my family; for the 1 1/2 years I have owned this Town & Country I have continual problems with exterior and interior lights, blinking on and off, headlights and/or parking lights staying on after I've turned the lights off and then turn the car off. I continue replacing relay switches and parts. On, the parking lights are staying on after I've turned everything off, and; while driving off normally the transaxle whistles, screeches and bogs down when changing gears, even though transaxle fluid is changed regularly and filter is clean.
I was driving at approximately 65mph. On the highway. All of a sudden, my instrument panel started to flicker( the lights) as well as my headlights. Then all gauges began to abruptly malfunction. Including: the speedometer's needle started spinning 360 degrees over and over. Forwards and backwards. The fuel gauge went to e. The temp. Gauge went to coolest indication. It continued extreme malfunction all the way to my destination. When I stopped, turned off the vehicle, then restarted, the gauges ( except speedometer) returned to normal function. I performed Mini diagnostic utilizing the (reset) mileage tab. It failed to fix the problem. Have no way of knowing my speed going on 6 months now. Very nerve racking, and dangerous.
On jan 16, 2017 was driving about 60 MPH on a highway and it was dark and raining very hard. About 15 min. Into the drive, my headlights went off!!! Nothing else in the car went dark, just the headlights! So dangerous on a busy highway! I flipped the headlight switch to off and then back on, and the lights came back on and stayed for another 10 min. On the return trip home, same night and conditions, about 15 min. Into drive, they went dark again! Toggling the switch did help, and they came back on. Went to my mechanic today who tested the wiring and switches and could not come up with anything. Mentioned the "computer box" for lighting is possible, but were not definitive. What can I do?
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that when the headlight switch was turned on, the headlights failed to illuminate. Additionally, on several occasions, the headlights failed to remain illuminated while driving at night. The contact stated that the headlights returned to normal operation after manipulating the headlight switch several times. The vehicle was taken to steve white motors (3470 highway 70 se, hickory, nc 28603, [phone]) however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle and refused to offer further assistance. The failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Town & Country touring. The contact stated that the passenger map light stopped working. When he removed the bulb, the bulb was fine but the housing was burnt black and distorted. He inspected the other map light and the other housing was also burnt. He was unable to get the holder out of the holding due to heat warpage. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by a mechanic. The contact called the manufacturer who advised him to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis. The current and failure mileage was approximately 39,250. The failure mileage was approximately 39,100.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country. While the vehicle was stationary or while driving various speeds, water would enter into the brake light casings and cause the circuit system to short out. The contact stated that the brake lights were replaced twice, but the failure recurred. The dealer (jeff wyler springfield Chevrolet in springfield, ohio) was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 131,166.
Headlight complaints in other Town and Country years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2006 Chrysler Town and Country?
NHTSA has 76 complaints about the lights of the 2006 Chrysler Town and Country, 18% of the model year's 431 complaints. The component named most often is turn signal (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Chrysler Town and Country headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for the 2006 Chrysler Town and Country, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2006 Chrysler Town and Country headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 90,000 miles, and 7% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 6 fires and 0 injuries to lights problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.