2001 Chrysler Town and Country LX review from North America

Air conditioning went out at 31000 miles. I had received the extended warranty on the A/C system (known problem) The free repair cost $540.00.

Instrument panel lighting cycled on and off and the engine died at 42000 miles. Dealership found the problem from a corroding connector. (The factory hasn't heard of sealed connectors?) $280.00 bill at the dealer. The drivers side electric window will roll down, but will not come up unless you wait about one minute. This item has not been resolved. The battery died at 52000 miles (2.5 years) If you buy a really cheap battery you can expect about 4-5 years life. After the battery change, the check engine lamp went on. Calling the dealership, they stated that the car will have to be brought in to hook up a scan tool to reteach the transmission. (You can't change a battery without paying at least $90.00 for service?

I bought the Chrysler to save some money compared to the foreign brands. A lesson that we should all know by now is that you get what you pay for. The reliability of the Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth brands are horrible and I only hope that I can prevent another buyer from making the same mistake that I did. I have owned older Fords and Toyota's all my life and I will NEVER buy another Chrysler/Dodge/Plymouth product again!!