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2014 Chrysler Town and Country: problems, recalls and fuel economy
NHTSA has 636 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Town and Country, and the biggest group is the electrical system[1][2]. Four recalls apply[3][4][5][6].[3][4][5][6][7].
Most reported problems
Owners filed 636 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Twenty mention a crash and 16 a fire, and the complaints report 44 injuries[1]. No deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name several components.
The largest groups are:
| Component group | Complaints | Median mileage at failure |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system[2] | 215 | 58,000 |
| Engine[10] | 154 | 80,000 |
| Seats[11] | 94 | 78,500 |
| Unknown or other[12] | 89 | 71,250 |
| Air bags[13] | 76 | 65,150 |
| Power train[14] | 51 | 66,000 |
The electrical group also has the most fire mentions, 11[2]. The seats group has the most injuries, 16[11].
We read a small sample of complaint texts from four groups. Here is what they show.
- Electrical. In a sample of 12 complaints we read, 6 come from owners who got the vent window switch recall notice and were waiting for the replacement part[2]. Some say the dealer disconnected the switch in the meantime[2]. Two describe the ignition or key causing a loss of power while driving[2].
- Engine. Owners describe the engine stalling or losing power while driving in 6 of 12 complaints in our sample[10]. Two describe the keyless start giving no warning that the engine was still running after they left the van[10].
- Air bags. Owners describe the air bag warning light coming on, and in some cases returning after dealer visits, in 7 of 12 complaints in our sample[13].
- Seats. Owners describe head restraint trouble, such as one popping out, breaking or deploying on its own, in 7 of 12 complaints in our sample[11].
These samples are small. They show what owners wrote about, not how common a problem is.
Recalls
NHTSA lists four recalls for this model year. Newest first:
- Wheelchair restraints (25V876). Dated December 17, 2025[3]. Retractors on certain Rollx wheelchair restraints may not lock, so a wheelchair may not be held in place. That raises the risk of injury in transit. Rollx will inspect and replace retractors as needed, free of charge. Letters went out on February 5, 2026[3].
- Fire extinguishers (17V824). Dated December 21, 2017[4]. Some Kidde extinguishers may clog or be hard to use, and in certain models the nozzle can detach. A failed extinguisher raises the risk of injury in a fire. Owners are told to contact Kidde for a free replacement. The recall began February 14, 2018[4].
- Tire pressure monitor (14V632). Dated October 8, 2014[5]. It covers 2014 vans built March 20 to April 22, 2014[5]. A software error can leave the system unable to learn sensor locations. The warning light then comes on even when pressures are fine, and it could hide a real low tire. Dealers reprogram the module free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2014[5].
- Vent window switch (14V234). Dated May 7, 2014[6]. The switch in the driver's door armrest can overheat, which may cause a fire. Dealers replace it with a newer version free of charge. The remedy campaign launched on December 31, 2014[6]. This recall also covers model years 2010 to 2014[6].
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 17 MPG city, 25 highway and 20 combined[7] for the 3.6L 6-cylinder with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive[7]. The estimated annual fuel cost is $3,350[7][15]. The same ratings apply on regular gasoline and on Gasoline or E85[7][15]. Add[7] after the sentence.
Safety ratings
NHTSA gives the front-wheel-drive van 4 stars overall[9]. Frontal is 4 stars, side is 5 stars and rollover is 4 stars[9]. The rollover risk is listed as 16.4%[9].
How 2014 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 58 | 1 |
| 1996 | 938 | 7 |
| 1997 | 388 | 5 |
| 1998 | 296 | 5 |
| 1999 | 362 | 4 |
| 2006 | 486 | 2 |
| 2009 | 707 | 6 |
| 2010 | 1,556 | 5 |
| 2011 | 773 | 3 |
| 2012 | 634 | 5 |
| 2013 | 681 | 4 |
| 2014 | 636 | 4 |
| 2015 | 383 | 4 |
| 2016 | 527 | 5 |
With 636 complaints, 2014 ranks sixth highest among the 14 model years NHTSA data lists for this model[8]. Only 2010 (1,556), 1996 (938), 2011 (773), 2009 (707) and 2013 (681) have more[8]. Among 2012 to 2016, the counts are:
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 634 | 5 |
| 2013 | 681 | 4 |
| 2014 | 636 | 4 |
| 2015 | 383 | 4 |
| 2016 | 527 | 5 |
All figures are from[8]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many vans were sold.
Should you buy a used 2014 Town and Country?
The record shows 636 complaints and no deaths reported[1]. The electrical, engine and seat complaints are worth asking about. Check the VIN for open recalls, especially the vent window switch, since a fire is the risk[6]. The ratings are 4 stars overall and 20 MPG combined[7][9]. Treat this as one input, along with a pre-purchase inspection and the van's service history.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country?
- The largest complaint groups are the electrical system with 215, the engine with 154 and seats with 94, out of 636 total[1][2][10][11].
- Are there recalls on the 2014 Town and Country?
- Yes, NHTSA lists four: wheelchair restraints, fire extinguishers, tire pressure monitor and vent window switch[3][4][5][6].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Town and Country?
- The EPA rates it at 17 city, 25 highway and 20 combined MPG[7].
- Is the 2014 Town and Country safe?
- NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall and 5 stars for side protection[9].
- Is 2014 a good year for the Town and Country?
- Complaint counts alone do not say. 2014 has 636 complaints, close to 2012 (634) and 2013 (681), and more than 2015 (383) and 2016 (527)[8].
Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 636 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Chrysler Town and Country (20 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 44 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 215 complaints name the electrical system component group (6 crashes, 11 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 58,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 25V876, filed December 17, 2025: Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints / Securement › Latch / Anchor › . NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V824, filed December 21, 2017: Equipment. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V632, filed October 8, 2014: Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 14V234, filed May 7, 2014: Electrical System. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Town and Country, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Chrysler Town and Country model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, VAN FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 154 complaints name the engine component group (3 crashes, 4 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 80,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 94 complaints name the seats component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 16 injuries, median mileage at failure 78,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 89 complaints name the unknown or other component group (2 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries, median mileage at failure 71,250). NHTSA vehicle records
- 76 complaints name the air bags component group (8 crashes, 1 fires, 11 injuries, median mileage at failure 65,150). NHTSA vehicle records
- 51 complaints name the power train component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 66,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Town and Country, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov