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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1996 Chrysler Town & Country
Engine not specified
Transmission self destructed at 146k miles. Hauled the old beast off to the scrap yard to be crushed.
Transmission failed. Planet broke, leaving the vehicle with only 1st gear. No higher gears and no reverse. This is the third transmission failure for this vehicle and will not be repaired. Vehicle will be sold or sent to salvage yard.
247000 mi
US $200
Vibration noted while mechanic took vehicle for a road test after front end alignment... Mechanic found one of drive axle worn which caused vibration during around 35-40mph. Ordered rebuilt axle and replaced.
250000 mi
US $400
Front axle broke. Replaced.
262000 mi
US $442
Mechanic noticed fluid coming out of solenoid pack. Recommended replacement before any problems with transmission operations will occur. Also van needed service on the transmission and had it drained & replace fluid, filter, etc.
110000 mi
mechanic said tranny stuck in second gear, won't shift have to take to a tranny shop for a scan, could just be a solenoid have not attempted a repair as of yet.
1996 Chrysler Town & Country Transmission Problems
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