2003 Chrysler Town And Country steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 61 complaints for the 2003 Chrysler Town And Country, 18% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 61 18% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 49,000 miles 44 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 5 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 3 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 6 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 10 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 11 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 11 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 44 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 49,000 miles, and 61% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 5 crashes, 1 fire, 3 injuries.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler town & country mini van. While driving 35 MPH the contact lost steering power and control of the vehicle after driving on an icy patch on the highway. The contact tried to turn right into the direction of the skid but the steering wheel locked and it would not move. Due to the steering locking the vehicle spun to the rear end and hit an embankment. The vehicle crashed into a ditch and rolled over 3 times and returned to the upright position.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 MPH on normal road conditions, the steering system started making a loud noise while turning. There were no warning lights illuminated prior to the incident. The vehicle was taken to an independent certified mechanic, who determined the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. Also, the hydraulic pump should be replaced to prevent a major failure due to noticed metal shavings. Neither the dealership nor the manufacturer had been contacted.
Other problems reported for the 2003 Chrysler Town And Country
- Electrical system 44 complaints
- Air bags 25 complaints
- Engine 22 complaints
- Transmission 22 complaints
- Brakes 18 complaints
- Lighting 17 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 17 complaints
- Body & structure 15 complaints