Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Chrysler Town and Country owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the headlights would randomly turn off, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. When the failure occurred, the headlights could not be reactivated. Additionally, the braking system would randomly malfunction causing an extended stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the TIPM was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. Previously while driving at various speeds the vehicle had experienced jerking and shaking. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the transmission. The failure mileage was 151,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the brake warning light and traction control warning light suddenly illuminated, and the instrument panel gauges became inoperable before the vehicle momentarily shut off and restarted. Additionally, after starting the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to immediately shift out of park. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the contact was able to shift the gear shifter out of park(P). The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start up after multiple attempts. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact had the vehicle towed to several dealers and independent mechanics where they informed him that the WIN (Wireless Ignition Node) module was defective and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the WIN module had previously been replaced under an unknown recall; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to the residence. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
While driving, the engine will shut off resulting in a loss of power steering and brakes, amongst other systems. Very hazardous. Previous models have been recalled for this same issue and I would like to report it is STILL an issue in the 2010 town & country limited.
Vehicle was stationary (parked), engine running, air conditioning on, no one in driver. Seat, occupied by seat belted adult passenger with arm rests down, for about 10 minutes. Vehicle was parked in a private parking lot with a slight incline, sloping down to & perpendicular to roadway. Passenger reached over & shut off the ignition & the vehicle immediately began to roll backwards towards roadway approximately 30 feet behind. Roadway is a 2 lane heavily traveled highway with typical speeds of 60 MPH, posted speed of 50 MPH. Passenger was facing eminent death & mayhem. Passenger quickly pushed the shifter but it could move no higher, & then grabbed steering wheel (power steering, no power) turning it. This caused the vehicle to turn, avoiding entering the roadway, & striking an unoccupied stationary (parked) vehicle; coming to a stop. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. After shifting into the park position and shutting off the vehicle, the transmission went into reverse without warning. The vehicle crashed into a tree stomp and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to her entire body and medical attention was required. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000. Updated 09/11/15 updated 10/17/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country. While in park, the vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was not in the vehicle at the time of the crash; however, there was a child in the rear driver's side seat who was uninjured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for body repairs, but the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
While driving and coming to a slow down and then accelerating again, the transmission jolted. I thought I did something wrong, so let it go a few hours later, the transmission did it again, I contacted the dealer immediately. They said bring it in now so I did they could not duplicate a problem, I was sent on my way. As I leave the dealer it started again this time as I called the dealer I was told make an appointment, so I did, like a month later when they had an opening, they were able to once again look at the vehicles transmission then they said after 4 hours we were able to duplicate the problem and fixed the issue we had to perform a PCM-software update, and it is now working fine the way it should be. …
The vehicle has intermittent problems with starting.. It will work fine and then you will be at the store etc and you turn the key and you hear a click but the motor will not turn over. You click the key back and forth and if you are lucky it will start after 10 to 20 times. Then you will go 2 or 3 weeks with no problems and then out of the blue you get into your car and bam it will click when you turn the key and not start. Sometimes it will not start for 10 or 15 minutes. Then all of a sudden it will start. This has been going on for 6-10 months. It is very scary to be stuck somewhere when this happens. I think the problem is the transmission range sensor. It is very expensive to fix and replace. Chrysler has a huge problem with this. Go on the blogs and that is all you hear about. Starting problem, starting problem, starting problem. …
Transmission complaints in other Town and Country years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country?
NHTSA has 67 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country, 4% of the model year's 1,556 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2010 Chrysler Town and Country transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for the 2010 Chrysler Town and Country, though it has 5 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 2010 Chrysler Town and Country transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 78,000 miles, and 14% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 0 fires and 7 injuries to transmission & drivetrain 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.