Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 1999 Chrysler Town And Country
The 1999 Chrysler Town and Country shows some safety-related recalls and owner complaints, notably in air bags, electrical systems, and seats. Nine recalls and 362 complaints indicate a range of potential issues, but owner experiences vary. Ensure a detailed inspection before purchasing.
NHTSA data on file today
The 1999 Chrysler Town And Country has 9 NHTSA recall campaigns and 362 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #10E034000 AFTERMARKET RECEIVER HITCH NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07E104000 CURVED TEMPERED AUTOMOTIVE REPLACEMENT GLASS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06E022000 BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDER NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V480000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03E053000 WIX FILTERATION/FUEL FILTER LEAKS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03E045000 INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS/FUEL FILTER LEAKS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V076000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/SEAT BELT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #01V119000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FMVSS 209/RETRACTOR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #00V268000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FUEL LEAKAGE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 59 complaints
- Electrical System 56 complaints
- Seats 47 complaints
- Power Train 44 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 34 complaints
- Suspension 31 complaints
Of the 362 complaints on file, 18 report a crash and 28 a fire; across all 362 complaints, owners report 23 injuries and 11 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Airbag clock spring failure
How to check: Test airbag light functionality on startup
General electrical problems
How to check: Check for issues with lights and sensors
Rear seat belt may jam
How to check: Test all rear seat belts for proper function
Fuel rail O-ring degradation
How to check: Inspect for signs of fuel smell or leaks
Aftermarket master cylinder issues
How to check: Check for brake fluid leaks and function
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for irregular engine noises
Red flag: Knocking or loud tapping sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Monitor dashboard warning lights
Red flag: Persistent warning lights on
- 03
Low-speed maneuvering
What to check: Check for steering response and noise
Red flag: Heavy or unresponsive steering
- 04
City acceleration
What to check: Feel for transmission smoothness
Red flag: Delayed or rough shifting
- 05
Braking
What to check: Assess braking smoothness and noise
Red flag: Brakes feel spongy or noisy
- 06
Highway cruise
What to check: Check for vibrations and stability
Red flag: Persistent vibrations at speed
- 07
Parking
What to check: Test gear shifting into reverse
Red flag: Gear shifting is rough or loud
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been addressed?
- Any recent electrical repairs?
- Are the seat belts fully operational?
- Have fuel leaks been an issue?
- Any problems with the brakes recently?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Service history
- Title and registration
- Warranty documents
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 1999 Chrysler Town And Country at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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