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Chrysler Town And Country 2005

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Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
07V192000	DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION	from 04/24/2003 to 02/02/2005	V (Vehicle)	270958	07/02/2007	ODI	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	05/03/2007	05/03/2007
Defect Summary	Certain minivans are being recalled that were originally sold in or currently registered in the 27 states plus the district of columbia that use greater amounts of salt for winter road deicing. the up-front (uf) air bag sensors that contain brass bushings installed in these vehicles may corrode and crack allowing water to enter the sensor. these sensors provide enhanced air bag performance in certain types of frontal crashes.
Consequence Summary	In one of these crashes, with one or both of the vehicle's uf sensors inoperative, the occupants will not benefit from the enhanced air bag protection that these sensors would provide.
Corrective Summary	For vehicles registered in the recall states, dealers will replace the original uf air bag sensors with ones with greater corrosion resistance. vehicles registered in other states will obtain a lifetime free replacement of any uf sensor that fails. the campaign began on july 2, 2007. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes	Daimlerchrysler's campaign nos. g09/x16. daimlerchrysler has not decided that this is a defect related to motor vehicle safety.however, it has informed nhtsa that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge. customers also may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
10V008000	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	from 01/19/2005 to 04/05/2006	V (Vehicle)	308950	04/19/2010	ODI	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	01/11/2010	01/11/2010
Defect Summary	Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, alaska and the district of columbia. the front crash sensors may crack under certain environmental conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. this can cause the sensor to become inoperative and illuminate the airbag warning light. these sensors were added to enhance the performance of the airbag system in certain frontal crashes.
Consequence Summary	If the front crash sensors become inoperative, the driver is immediately alerted by illumination of the airbag warning light and the vehicle should be promptly serviced. until the vehicle is repaired, the airbags may not provide the enhanced protection in the event of a crash.
Corrective Summary	Chrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes	Chrysler's campaign number is j38. chrysler has not decided that this is a defect related to motor vehicle safety.however, chrysler has informed nhtsa that it will provide the modifications described above at no cost.

Bulletins

Bulletin	Bulletin date	Replacement Bulletin	Item no.	Summary	Added
AIR BAGS
0803205	01/03/2006	0800107	10016171	Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offering a passenger airbag deactivation wiring package. to include 2006 chrysler town and country and 300/touring. *tt	09/01/2005
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
0801905	03/19/2005		10013701	Airbag control and or occupant classification module service. 2005 chrysler voyager. *sc	04/25/2005

Investigations

NHTSA ID	Manufacturer	Date open	Date close	Subject	Recall campaign
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
RQ09003	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	07/01/2009	02/18/2010	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE	10V008000
	Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
EA06003	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	03/08/2006	05/22/2007	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE	07V192000
	Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07v-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 133,128 my 2005 minivans, will receive a lifetime warranty on the front crash sensors.although these vehicles use the same brass bushing sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.dcc will also provide written notification to all affected vehicle owners.nhtsa and dcc differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, dcc is implementing steps to replace the subject components.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
PE05061	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	11/10/2005	03/08/2006	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE
	The model year (my) 2005 daimlerchrysler (dc) minivans have the new advanced frontal air bag systems with two front crash sensors mounted on the frame rails behind the front bumper and a main crash sensor inside the air bag control module mounted in the passenger compartment.according to dc, the front crash sensors are designed to optimize detection of frontal offset and angular crashes.the advanced air bag system offers different levels of air bag inflation based on input from the crash sensors.this investigation revealed that the front crash sensors can corrode from water entering the sensor assembly.dc is still investigating all potential root causes of sensor failures.a corroded sensor can set a fault code, illuminate the air bag warning lamp, and become disabled.it appears that failure of one or both front crash sensors can potentially result in no/late deployment of frontal air bags and non-deployment of driver's higher inflation levels in certain frontal crashes.it should be noted that occupants of vehicles involved in a crash may not be aware of late or improperly reduced level of air bag inflation and thus field reporting of such events may be suppressed.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-003) for further investigation of my 2005 (and 2006) dc minivans.note: total number of odi and manufacturer complaints includes some duplicate reports.
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
RQ09003	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	07/01/2009	02/18/2010	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE	10V008000
	Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
PE05061	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	11/10/2005	03/08/2006	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE
	The model year (my) 2005 daimlerchrysler (dc) minivans have the new advanced frontal air bag systems with two front crash sensors mounted on the frame rails behind the front bumper and a main crash sensor inside the air bag control module mounted in the passenger compartment.according to dc, the front crash sensors are designed to optimize detection of frontal offset and angular crashes.the advanced air bag system offers different levels of air bag inflation based on input from the crash sensors.this investigation revealed that the front crash sensors can corrode from water entering the sensor assembly.dc is still investigating all potential root causes of sensor failures.a corroded sensor can set a fault code, illuminate the air bag warning lamp, and become disabled.it appears that failure of one or both front crash sensors can potentially result in no/late deployment of frontal air bags and non-deployment of driver's higher inflation levels in certain frontal crashes.it should be noted that occupants of vehicles involved in a crash may not be aware of late or improperly reduced level of air bag inflation and thus field reporting of such events may be suppressed.this preliminary evaluation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea06-003) for further investigation of my 2005 (and 2006) dc minivans.note: total number of odi and manufacturer complaints includes some duplicate reports.
EA06003	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	03/08/2006	05/22/2007	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE	07V192000
	Daimlerchrysler (dcc) will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 270,958 my 2005 daimlerchrysler minivans (nhtsa recall no. 07v-192).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with brass bushings and were built between april 24, 2003 and february 2, 2005.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 133,128 my 2005 minivans, will receive a lifetime warranty on the front crash sensors.although these vehicles use the same brass bushing sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.dcc will also provide written notification to all affected vehicle owners.nhtsa and dcc differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, dcc is implementing steps to replace the subject components.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.
RQ09003	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	07/01/2009	02/18/2010	FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE	10V008000
	Chrysler will replace the frame rail-mounted front air bag crash sensors in approximately 312,442 model year (my) 2005 and 2006 chrysler minivans (recall 10v-008).these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with ultradur brand plastic housings and steel bushings and were built between january 19, 2005 and april 5, 2006.this action covers vehicles originally sold, or currently registered, in 27 states (alaska, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, utah, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin) and the district of columbia.vehicles sold or currently registered outside of these states, approximately 185,000 my 2005-2006 minivans, are not included in the recall.although these vehicles use the same crash sensors and were built during the same period as the ones described above, they experience significantly lower failure rates because of reduced road salt exposure.also, my 2006-2007 minivans built after april 5, 2006, are not included in the recall.these vehicles are equipped with front crash sensors with crastin brand plastic housings and steel bushings and experience significantly lower failure rates compared to the recalled vehicles.nhtsa and chrysler differ regarding the significance and impact of the defect, but in the interest of remedying the affected vehicles expeditiously and to avoid a protracted dispute, chrysler is implementing steps to replace the front crash sensors.based on these actions, the agency has decided that further use of its resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists in the subject vehicles.the agency will monitor the issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.select document search for additional information.

Consumer Complaints

Fail date	miles	occurences	Purchase date
AIR BAGS
02/01/2013	133000	1
	We turned on the truck and noticed the air bag light was flickering and as i was driving came on and off; and before we finished our trip the light stayed on. another symptom that we noticed before this happened, was the dashboard needles went all the way to the opposite side but came back to normal position. i called chrysler at 1800 853-1403 to find out information on any air bag recalls, however i was told the recall was serviced on november 15,2007 and they did not provide me with confirmation number and believe this problem was not fixed properly or was not fixed at all. *tr
02/01/2013	133000
	We turned on the truck and noticed the air bag light was flickering and as i was driving came on and off; and before we finished our trip the light stayed on. another symptom that we noticed before this happened, was the dashboard needles went all the way to the opposite side but came back to normal position. i called chrysler at 1800 853-1403 to find out information on any air bag recalls, however i was told the recall was serviced on november 15,2007 and they did not provide me with confirmation number and believe this problem was not fixed properly or was not fixed at all.
01/09/2012	90000	1
	Air bag light turns on when i turn on the van, and it doesn't go off until i turn off the van. i see there was a recall in 2010 for this where the crash sensor cracks in cold weather and moisture gets into the sensor, causing the airbag light to go on and stay on, and also causing the airbags to not inflate when needed. chrysler says my van isn't on the recall list. *tr
01/09/2012	90000
	Air bag light turns on when i turn on the van, and it doesn't go off until i turn off the van. i see there was a recall in 2010 for this where the crash sensor cracks in cold weather and moisture gets into the sensor, causing the airbag light to go on and stay on, and also causing the airbags to not inflate when needed. chrysler says my van isn't on the recall list.
04/10/2012	25000
	Got recall notice from chrysler l01 telling me there is an issue with my occupant restraint controller. chrysler tells me that it could cause my air bags to deploy at the wrong time. called dealer and he tells me that there are no parts now to repair the issue. i have to bring auto to dealer and have them disassemble and scan the part to get the correct part number of the controller, then they will order the part. since there are currently no parts avail, the wait is expected to be up to two months or more. so in the mean time i am driving a vehicle known to have a demonstrated premature air bag deployment. are you aware of this issue?
11/11/2011
	Air bag light is on again. there is a recall and my state is included but not my van. had the same problem a few years ago. there was a recall. i took it to dealership and had it replaced. now, it is on again. i see many people complaining about this same thing.
04/26/2011	70000
	Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph and heard a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel as the horn began to sound erroneously. the vehicle then stalled with the illumination of the air bag warning indicator. the engine was restarted but the clicking noise continued and the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer five times and the clock spring was replaced four separate times. one week after the forth clock was replaced the front driver side air bags deployed independently. the vehicle had been at the dealer for seven consecutive weeks and continued to remain for further investigation. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000. the vin was unavailable.
04/26/2011	70000
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph and heard a clicking noise coming from the steering wheel as the horn began to sound erroneously. the vehicle then stalled with the illumination of the air bag warning indicator. the engine was restarted but the clicking noise continued and the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer five times and the clock spring was replaced four separate times. one week after the forth clock was replaced the front driver side air bags deployed independently. the vehicle had been at the dealer for seven consecutive weeks and continued to remain for further investigation. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj
10/04/2011	69000
	Bought my 2005 t&c chrysler minivan in spring of 2009 with a little over 69,000 miles on it. few months after purchase the red airbag warning light would occassionally come on while at idle or driving rates. no other problems occured and it wasn't happening frequently. by the end of the first year of ownership, the driver side back door lock quit working with the automatic locks, and within a year an a half the driver's side window would occassionally not roll up or down and the front dome lights quit working. replaced an air conditioner part also. spent $500 on the front end as well that year. when window failure was more frequent i started researching on the internet about problems that have been common in this make and model of van. on oct 4th 2011, the van failed to start, making a ticking sound, figured battery or altenator. we cleaned battery cables, tried what we could to get it started. the radio and dashlights came on,all the gauges would jump erractically; when we rolled up the passsenger windows radio remained on, however when we rolled up the drivers window the radio and all gauges quit working. we ended up jumping it and were able to drive it home. had the battery tested and tried a brand new battery to make sure that was the only problem. when we put the battery in and started it, flames shot up from the middle section of the van, just infront of the engine. the panic alarm, the horn, and the windshield wipers where all going off. as soon as we got the battery disconnected the fire went out and alarms and wipers went off. i talked to the nearest chrysler dealership and from explanation of the various problems they said it sounded like several little problems as opposed to one big electrical problem. i have 3 small children and after the experiences i have had with the van and reading others issues online, i cant wait to get rid of this piece.
04/26/2011	70000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph and heard a clicking noise emitting from the steering wheel and the horn began to sound. immediately the engine stalled with the illumination of the air bag warning indicator. the engine restarted, although the clicking noise continued and the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer five times and the clock spring was replaced four separate times. one week after the forth clock was replaced the front driver side air bags deployed even though there was not impact to the vehicle. the vehicle had been at the dealer for seven consecutive weeks and continued to remain for investigation. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000. the vin was unavailable. js
10/04/2011	69000
	Bought my 2005 t&c chrysler minivan in spring of 2009 with a little over 69,000 miles on it. few months after purchase the red airbag warning light would occassionally come on while at idle or driving rates. no other problems occured and it wasn't happening frequently. by the end of the first year of ownership, the driver side back door lock quit working with the automatic locks, and within a year an a half the driver's side window would occassionally not roll up or down and the front dome lights quit working. replaced an air conditioner part also. spent $500 on the front end as well that year. when window failure was more frequent i started researching on the internet about problems that have been common in this make and model of van. on oct 4th 2011, the van failed to start, making a ticking sound, figured battery or altenator. we cleaned battery cables, tried what we could to get it started. the radio and dashlights came on,all the gauges would jump erractically; when we rolled up the passsenger windows radio remained on, however when we rolled up the drivers window the radio and all gauges quit working. we ended up jumping it and were able to drive it home. had the battery tested and tried a brand new battery to make sure that was the only problem. when we put the battery in and started it, flames shot up from the middle section of the van, just infront of the engine. the panic alarm, the horn, and the windshield wipers where all going off. as soon as we got the battery disconnected the fire went out and alarms and wipers went off. i talked to the nearest chrysler dealership and from explanation of the various problems they said it sounded like several little problems as opposed to one big electrical problem. i have 3 small children and after the experiences i have had with the van and reading others issues online, i cant wait to get rid of this piece.
08/22/2010	65000
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the airbag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer and manufacturer advised the contact of nhtsa campaign id number: 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module) but advised that the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 74,935. kmj
08/22/2010	65000
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the airbag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer and manufacturer made the contact aware of the nhtsa campaign id number: 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module), but the vin was not associated with the recall. the vehicle failure was remedied. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 74,935. nw
04/01/2011	109000
	Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light would illuminate on a constant basis. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or a mechanic for the failure. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 109,000.
04/01/2011	109000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that when starting the vehicle the air bag warning light would illuminate on a constant basis. the vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer nor a independent mechanic. the manufacturer has not been contacted either. the failure mileage was approximately 109,000. tb
06/15/2010
	We have previously had trouble with the 'seat belt light' coming on the dash. the seat belt retainer was suposedly replaced by pettyjohn in bethany, mo. sometime i think in early 2007. air bag light stays on the dash continually, now days. summer of 2010 i contacted chrysler. they told me to have my local dealer ( barnes baker , trenton, mo. run some dianostic tests, which i would have to pay for.. i did have them run but chrysler waved they charge. the 'airbag light' was turned off , i believe by tecnician running daignostics. the 'air bag' light stayed out for a short while after the diagnostics was run. the chrysler representative told me by phone that chrysler was not going to pay for the repairs. for quite sometime afterwards the 'airbag light' was intermittant, now since winter of 2010/2011 it stays on continually.
02/03/2011	99000
	Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who advised that the front driver side satellite sensor was defective and would need to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who advised that the vehicle was not involved in nhtsa campaign id number: 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). the current mileage was 100,000. the failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
02/03/2011	99000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that the left front satellite sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who stated that the vehicle was not included in recalls 07v192000 & 10v008000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). the current mileage was 100,000. the failure mileage was approximately 99,000-bk
10/11/2010	55990
	My husband was t-boned in our 05 town and country limited by a truck carrying a double long horse trailer running a red light. the impact hit right at the sliding door on the driver's side. the glass on the sliding door and rear seats were knocked out. the metal from the van came in and formed around the edges of my 2 year old's carseat. no side airbags deployed. chrysler sent someone out to investigate and said that the airbags were found fully functional and that the impact was not great enough to cause the airbags to deploy. the accident totalled out our vehicle and we feel very strongly that the airbags should have deployed. had my daughter not been in her carseat correctly, she would have gotten crushed by the metal of the van slamming into her body. i just had our faulty airbag sensor light fixed in june 2010 (which was staying illuminated at all times) and wonder if the side airbags also weren't functioning correctly. my husband and daughter were slightly injured but it could have been better had the airbags deployed. mileage at time of accident and total loss - 55,990.
07/01/2010	85000
	The red llight on the dash panel comes on while the engine is on. this happens wether the vehicle is in motion or stationery. if frequently goes out after a few minutes. there has been no frontal impact with this vehicle. approximate mileage when it began was 85000; present mileage is 91000. dealer did not diagnois any problem.m problem occurs almost every time the vehicle is driven but does not last more than a few miles.
06/24/2010	90000
	I had to have the clock spring replaced on my 2005 chrysler twon & ncontry van. this same part was the subject of a recall in 1999-2002. it seems they still don't have it right. i was told by the dealer that chrysler did not cover the repair. it controls the airbag! can you help? dan greeson
05/27/2010	65008
	Did a little survey on your site (odi) and found the following ref. the # of complaints per year model for air bag related failures (catagory air bags-airbags frontal - air bag sensor) year 2001. 52 complaints year 2002. - 51 complaints vehicles recalled and repaired by chrysler . year 2003 - 14 complaints year 2004 - 2 compalints sounds like the problem is fixed ????? year 2005 - 91 yes 91 complaints for the airbag system namely the clockspring. i think that a life and safety device that the consumer has paid for should work and it's time for crysler to come foward and repair it
06/17/2009	53573
	Dealer preformed recall on air bag sensor (in the bumper) with in days clockspring failed. and airbag light illuminated. dealer refused to repair under recall.reporting party feels this is a life safety issue and chrysler should cover replacement as they did for all the early clockspring failures. owner cost $283.
05/06/2010	71000
	Chrysler town & country 2005 = when you turn a corner , the air bag light comes on for a few minutes and then goes out. it is the sensor in the stearing column. why isn't this a recall ??
01/15/2010	92000
	I own a 2005 chrysler town and country minivan. i noticed that there is a recall on the front crash sensor that doesn't start until june, but my airbag warning light is already illuminated. it started lighting up a couple of months ago. when i contacted my local chrysler dealership, they denied any knowledge of a recall. i called chrysler directly and was told that i could get the sensor fixed right now, but it would have to be at my own expense. the dealership was going to charge me $130 for diagnostics, when they should already know about the recall. my concern is this: if (god forbid) i happen to be in a crash between now and june, what happens if my airbag doesn't deploy? chrysler is aware that my sensor is out and is doing nothing. what are my options for ensuring the safety of my vehicle over the course of the next three months, before the official recall begins? i truly think this is a sham that chrysler knows about the problem, but is taking their sweet time in coming up with a solution and fixing our defective vehicles.
12/05/2009	79000	1
	Airbag light stays on all the time in my 2005 chrysler t&c. my suspicion is a defective clockspring. *tr
03/16/2008	53000	1
	On march 16, 2008 i was hit head on in my minivan by someone driving an suv that was traveling aprox. 55 mph on a 2 lane hwy. i believe that upon impact all of the airbags in my minivan deployed including the knee air bag that is located under the steering column in my 2005 chrysler town and country mini van. my lower legs have suffered (what is most likely) permanent pain/damage from the crushing impact of the plastic part of the dash and the knee airbag. i have nerve damage to the front of my lower legs and my ankle area. i am still treating with medication and still suffering pain on a daily basis. i have been to mayo clinic and still cannot find any fix to the damage that was caused by the air bag. i have had surgery on both legs and still no relief. please help, i think the knee airbags are dangerous and the mfg. does not even mention the airbags existence in the owners manual. *tr
07/01/2009	48000	1
	Air bag system failed @ 48,000 miles. located in mich, dealer says car not included in recall. *tr
07/28/2009	67000
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. while driving 55 mph, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. none of the air bags deployed in her vehicle. the contact was not injured and a police report was filed. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 67,000.
05/28/2009	37000	1
	Light came on indicating an issue with the airbags. light on most times the car is started, however, a few times it did not appear. was told that it was a short in the electrical system of the srs located in the driver's side seat belt clip. the short would result in the airbags not deploying. *tr
04/20/2009	54000	1
	Air bag warning light would not go off. had chrysler dealer diagnose vehicle that both front impact sensors and harness were faulty and needed replacement. i am asking chrysler to reimburse me for full cost of repair. *tr
06/01/2006		4
	2005 chrysler town & country had a problem with the air bag system involving the restraint system and corroded air bag sensor connectors. nj the consumer stated the air bag light illuminated constantly. the dealer replaced the front impact sensors, wiring and seat belt tensioners, but the air bag light continued to illuminate. jb
10/15/2008		1
	Air bag deployment light stays on without provocation. *tr
09/30/2008	51000	1
	Airbag sensor light remains on, thereby rendering the airbags inoperative. dealer claims vehicle is not covered by recall. vehicle is currently registered in new york, a state that uses salt to mitigate snow and ice and therefore falls within the criteria for recall. does my vehicle qualify for recall? (originally may have been registered in fl. now registered in ny). *tr
08/12/2007	38000
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact started the ignition and the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the light remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. recently, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to an electrical malfunction in the air bag sensor. the technician advised that the sensor be replaced due to the risk of the air bags not deploying during a front end crash. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage was 67,200.
01/09/2008	50998	1
	The air bag sensor light came on and stayed illuminated. i found a safety recall on the exact issue but was told by my dealer my vehicle did not fit into the range of the recall. the nhtsa id# of the issue is 07v192000. vehicle at time had 50,998 miles on it. i had to pay the entire cost of replacement. *tr
05/08/2008	38000
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the air bag sensor light would illuminate on and off without warning. the light would illuminate for approximately 20 seconds and then dim. she also noticed that the failure occurred approximately six times per day. the dealer stated that there was no recall information; therefore, they would offer no assistance. the contact researched nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module); however, the manufacturer would not honor the recall. the current mileage was 42,044 and failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
04/16/2008	51484
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and a technician replaced the air bag sensor due to corrosion. since the repair, there had been no further occurrences. the current and failure mileages were 51,484.
03/14/2008	56500	1	09/10/2005
	2005 chrysler mini-van airbag light came on and will not reset. upon review nhtsa had called for a recall due to corrosion to sensors from road salt. chrysler then issued a recall, but only for a limited number vehicles. we then scheduled a visit to the dealership they rejected this van as not being under recall. argued that after the worse year for salt usage, in ohio would they at least look to see if the van had the same problem as those recalled. they stated it would be a minimum of 82.00 just to look and would still not be covered under recall. *tr
02/04/2008		21	08/27/2007
	Driver side airbag light on for 3 weeks. found out that there was a recall on airbag sensor online as we bought this van used. took to dealer to have recall work done. 2 sensors put in as first one was defective. airbag light still on and dealer wants to charge $90.00 for diagnostic and more to fix the problem. found problem was a faulty wire at the firewall. still had to pay money for recall work. *tr
11/07/2007	46912	1	12/24/2004
	Having purchased a new chrysler, town & country minivan, in less than 3 years of ownership, i've had to make numerous repairs that i've never had to make on previously owned vehicles in the same lifespan of a vehicle. the quality of this van has been extremely disappointing. *tr
08/24/2005	38000	2	03/26/2005
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. while driving at a normal rate of speed, the passenger side air bag light blinked on and off intermittently. on february 27, 2007, the driver side air bag light remained illuminated. the dealer was notified and stated that nothing was wrong with the air bags. the contact is fearful of driving the vehicle. the current mileage is 87,000 and failure mileage was 38,000.
03/01/2007	40000	1
	Air bag warning light illuminated. dealer says water gets in the harness, but there is no recall, and i have to pay for it.*ak
06/09/2006	56000	2	08/08/2004
	November cold morning van back brake driver side locked up moved van back and forward wheel freed up. december on cold morning back brake locked up. again moved van back and forward wheel freed up. june 9 2006 van went into a 30 mph curve brakes were applied but van speed increased sending van into spin and ran into trees. van did 360 degree spin and stopped then airbags deployed after van stopped. injuries were a broken left wrist and broken breast bone a broken neck at first vertebrae and broken middle back bone. many bruises on breast and waist and head and driver and bruised legs from airbag. van was totaled. *jb
06/02/2006	29000	2
	Car accident which severely damaged the front end of my 2005 chrysler town and country where the air bag did not deploy. *nm
05/14/2005	1135	7	04/13/2005
	I purchased a 2005 chrysler town and country in april of 2005 with only 265 miles on it. the engine shut off in may of 2005 and continues to do so even though the dealer has replaced the pcm. the dealer is saying they are unable to repair the car because they can not duplicate the problem or get code readings from their computers. my vehicle's passenger air bag light keeps coming on also. *jb
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
10/10/2009	68000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact was driving in rainy weather conditions at various speeds and upon encountering a puddle in the road, the airbag warning indicator began to illuminate. the warning light remained illuminated until the air temperature completely dried out the moisture that accumulated internally from the rain. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags: frontal: sensor/control module). a few days after the repair, while driving in severe rainy conditions the failure recurred. the recall remedy was insufficient. the dealer was notified and they refused to diagnose the vehicle without a charge. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure continued to occur. the manufacturer was notified regarding the failure and they were unable to assist. the approximate failure mileage was 68,000. sm.
10/10/2009	68000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact was driving in rainy weather conditions at various speeds and upon encountering a puddle in the road, the air bag warning indicator began to illuminate. the warning light remained illuminated until the air temperature completely dried out the moisture accumulated internally from the rain. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags: frontal: sensor/control module). a few day after the repair, while driving in severe rainy conditions the similar failure recurred. the recall remedy was insufficient. the dealer was notified and they refused to diagnose the vehicle without a charge. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the consistent failure continued to occur. the manufacturer was notified regarding the defect and they were unable to assist. the approximate failure mileage was 68,000. js
02/05/2011	88000
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated the air bag light started blinking on and off six months ago. the contact stated the air bag light is now on permanently, so they took it to the dealer. the contact found nhtsa recall campaign id number: 10v008000 (air bags: frontal: sensor/control module) was for a cracked air bag sensor. the manufacturer stated the vehicle was not included in the recall and would not be repaired. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 88,000.rl
09/13/2010	98000
	For at least six months, we have had an issue with the airbag sensor coming on in our vehicle. this concerns us that our air bag may not operate correctly in the event of a collision. we checked the recall list and found that there is a recall for our type of vehicle, but for those manufactured a few months after ours. i feel the same problem probably exists in our car and should be included in the recall. i also fear that it is a safety issue. the recall says it is chrysler's campaign number j38.
04/25/2011	70000
	Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that air bag warning light was illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the air bag sensor. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a claim was filed. the manufacturer also advised that the air bag sensor replacement would be covered under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 71,000.
04/25/2011	70000
	Tl-the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the frontal air light remained illuminated the vehicle was taken to the dealer whom performed a diagnosed that located the failure at the air bag sensor. the manufacturer took a report 20758372 and advised that the air bag sensor replacement would be covered under the warranty. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 71,000. li
03/08/2005	100000
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town & country. while traveling 30 mph the contact noticed that the airbag light had appeared on the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where the left front airbag sensor was replaced. one year later the same failure occurred where the airbag light appeared on the dashboard. the vehicle was again taken to the dealership where both the left and right airbag sensors were replaced. 3 years later the same exact failure has reoccurred, the vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the right front impact sensor needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been serviced for the recent failure. the failure mileage was 100000 and the current mileage was 106000. bml
06/25/2010	66256
	The front passenger airbag light often comes on on my 2005 chrysler town and country when the steering wheel is turned. i took it to the dealer when this happened the first time, and they replaced the wiring harness for the airbag, but the problem still occurs. also, the headlamps often fail to turn on when the the switch is turned. turning the switch on and off several times usually solves the problem, but lately it seems to be getting worse.
05/27/2010	65008
	Did a little survey on your site (odi) and found the following ref. the # of complaints per year model for air bag related failures (catagory air bags-airbags frontal - air bag sensor) year 2001. 52 complaints year 2002. - 51 complaints vehicles recalled and repaired by chrysler . year 2003 - 14 complaints year 2004 - 2 compalints sounds like the problem is fixed ????? year 2005 - 91 yes 91 complaints for the airbag system namely the clockspring. i think that a life and safety device that the consumer has paid for should work and it's time for crysler to come foward and repair it
06/17/2009	53573
	Dealer preformed recall on air bag sensor (in the bumper) with in days clockspring failed. and airbag light illuminated. dealer refused to repair under recall.reporting party feels this is a life safety issue and chrysler should cover replacement as they did for all the early clockspring failures. owner cost $283.
03/10/2010	95000	1
	Our 2005 chrysler town and country's airbag light has come on consistent with nhtsa 10v008000 and chrysler has informed us that they are unwilling to honor their responsibility to make repairs under the recall until june. *tr
12/15/2009	80000	1
	Even though chrysler has issued a recall for defective front air bag crash sensors my vin is not listed so they will not issue me a recall notice even though i have had this problem for 3 months. *tr
02/03/2010		1
	Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) [xxx] i have a chrysler, town and country touring, 2005 model, i met with an accident on 02/03/10 while driving to washington dc, my touring is totally damaged in the front, damages over $7,000.00, however the air bags did not deploy, i have been trying to communicate with chrysler, but they have been stalling me for the past month. i strongly urge that this defective airbags be investigated as it could lead to fatalities. *tr
01/25/2010	62000	1
	Air-bag fault light came on while driving down the road. dealer says that both front impact sensors need to be replaced due to corrosion, to the tune of $300! it doesn't seem reasonable that after 5 years and 62,000 a required safety device this important should have to be replaced at my expense due to corrosion. *tr
02/10/2009	50000	1
	The airbag sensor on m y 2005 chrysler town and county has failed. the dealership reports my particular car is not covered under manufacturer's recall 07v192000 (nhtsa action # ea06003). since over 270,000vehicles were involved, perhaps it should be expanded to cover additional vehicles. the dealership wants to charge me nearly $300 to correct the air bag sensor light. thank you for your assistance. *tr
05/01/2009	55000	1
	2002-2006 dodge caravan, chrysler town & country, air bag failure through defective steering clockspring part. this is still an ongoing defect that inactivate the airbag system. i am actively involved in a auto repair forum and the total number of clockspring failures is extremely high. this is from normal usage, not from any person damaging it. chrysler in the past year models has offered to repair them. but now refuses. i have replaced mine for $300+ collision catalog - 2005 - chrysler - town and country restraint systems, air bag components, clockspring. *tr
05/10/2009	80000
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that there was an electrical short in the air bag harness. he was concerned that the air bags would not operate correctly in the event of a crash. the dealer verified the failure and stated that the contact needed to replace the air bag harness at the cost of $400. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were less than 80,000.
03/01/2009	32000	1
	2005 chrysler town and country airbag sensor warning light.dealer repaired car, but would not cover it under recall...nhtsa 07v192000 states that it would be covered. 07v192000 describes the problem exactly as it happened. dealer is bertera dodge chrysler jeep inc. westfield ma.01085..r.o. #docs161478. *tr
02/01/2009	60000	1
	Air bag sensors in front bumper corroded and failed. i had to replace them at the cost of over $300. i have the old parts. *tr
10/11/2008	59197
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. while driving approximately 65 mph, the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, turned off, and restarted. the air bag light dimmed. approximately five miles later, the air bag light began illuminating again. the dealer stated that the front impact sensor, wiring, and harness were corroded. the repairs were performed on the vehicle. the manufacturer has not been notified. the current mileage was 59,397 and failure mileage was 59,197.
10/10/2008	934000	1
	Recall complaint 07v192000 2005 town and country. *tr
09/04/2008	67000	1
	Chrysler town and country 2005. 67,000 miles. air bag light on dash would turn on shortly after starting and driving the car. the dealer informed me that when the light is on the air bags are disabled. we are being charged 350 dollars to replace the defective wiring harness in the front bumper sensor for the air bag. i noticed there are several similar complaints on this vehicle and it should be recalled. *tr
08/24/2007	45000	1
	Faulty front airbag sensor due to corrosion. *tr
07/27/2008	88338
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. while driving 35 mph, the air bag light illuminated without warning. the dealer stated that the airbag caused the failure. there is a recall for the air bags: frontal: sensor/control module (nhtsa campaign id 07v192000). the dealer stated that her vin was not included as part of the recall. the current and failure mileages were 88,338.
12/10/2005		1
	Air bag sensor i have complained to the dealership since i purchased the van new i have not been able to get results. *tr
03/18/2008	31404	1
	The airbag warning lamp came on intermittently at first over the course of a week or so then it stayed on solid. i took it to the dealer for service while under warranty and they replaced the right front airbag sensor without cost under warranty which fixed the problem. the reason i'm filing this complaint is because the sensor recall (id # 07v192000) only covers vehicles with build dates between apr 24, 2003 and feb 2, 2005. my vehicle, which has a date of mfr of 07/05, is not covered by this recall. my concern is that if the problem with my vehicle is not just a random occurrence chrysler may have underestimated the number of vehicles potentially impacted by the recall. *tr
09/15/2007		2	01/19/2005
	We own a 2005 chrysler town & country minivan. earlier today, the vehicle was in a 65mph full frontal crash with a light pole at the side of a tollway. for reasons unknown, both the front driver and passenger airbags failed to deploy. the van was towed to a collision yard pending insurance claim. *tr
05/16/2007	50	1	10/27/2005
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact's vehicle was rear ended and her head struck the steering wheel. the air bag failed to deploy. a police report was filed. the engine size and vehicle speed were unknown. the current mileage is 51 and failure mileage was 50.
11/23/2006	44000	14	11/10/2004
	Tl* - the contact stated that the air bags lights continued to turn on and off. the contact stated that on rainy days the light came on and off more frequently. this started in november 2006. she took the vehicle to the dealership on 1/10/06, and was told that a clock spring in the steering column was the cause of the malfunction. the mechanic did inform ed the contact that this could cause the horn, signal lights, and air bags to malfunction. ak updated 1/30/2007 - nm
11/25/2005	26585	1	01/14/2005
	I was involved in an accident in november last year. upon repairing the van, an inspection was done on the front airbag sensors, and it was told to me that they were in working order. i believe that to be a lie. everytime my wife moves in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag light in the center panel comes on. this light usually will stay on for approx a couple minutes at a time. a gentleman from the safety department had contacted me and told me they were investigating the failure of the front airbag sensors. he had asked for pictures, which at that time i did not have. i have pictures that i have found which i can send you upon request. *jb
05/28/2006		1	04/29/2004
	I have a chrysler town & country lx 2005, unfortunately i had an accident, i received a lateral impact from a car that passed a red light and we were projected to the opposite corner where we finally stopped because we crashed against a pole that was over the sidewalk. my concern is that even though we had a frontal impact, air bags did not open (we broke the pole). the advertising from chrysler says that minivans scored the 5 stars from nhtsa. i do not feel secure any more in that vehicle and i was wondering if there is a warranty against air bags failures; what can i do? i do not want that minivan anymore; i do not feel that my family could be safe in case of accident. *jb
06/02/2006		1	11/25/2005
	I was involved in a front end collision an the air bag failed to inflate on my 2005 chrysler mini van. *nm
09/22/2005		1
	I was a front seat passenger in a 2005 chrysler minivan town & country. it was a rental. we had a front end collision and upon impact the front passenger airbag did not deploy until we were at a stop. also, the seat belt did not lock in place and i was thrown into the windshield and dash. injuries were sustained. please advise. *jb
09/22/2005		1
	I was a front seat passenger in a 2005 chrysler minivan which was a rental. we were in an accident in which there was significant front end damage. my seat belt did not lock on impact and i flew into the windshield. also, my airbag deployed late as we were rolling to a stop, therefore my knee slammed into the dash. according to records, this model van has a recall,but it was not purchased until 6/05 well after the recall it appears. please advise. *jb
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
01/03/2011		1
	2005 chrysler town & country. consumer states problem with air bag light and swelling on the steering wheel where air bag is located tgw the consumer stated he saw a commercial on tv that a recall had been issued for the 2005-2006 models. when the consumer contacted chrysler he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall, even though his vehicle is a 2005. jb
03/10/2010	95000	1
	Our 2005 chrysler town and country's airbag light has come on consistent with nhtsa 10v008000 and chrysler has informed us that they are unwilling to honor their responsibility to make repairs under the recall until june. *tr
10/10/2008	35000
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. while driving approximately 50 mph on normal road conditions the air bag warning light indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. whenever the the engine was running the failure occurred without warning. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated that the failure was related to the air bag frontal sensor. the contact experienced the identical failures related to nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags;frontal;sensor/control module); however, the vin number was not included. there was concern of the safety risk involved. the failure mileage was 35,000 and the current mileage was 40,000.
02/10/2009	50000	1
	The airbag sensor on m y 2005 chrysler town and county has failed. the dealership reports my particular car is not covered under manufacturer's recall 07v192000 (nhtsa action # ea06003). since over 270,000vehicles were involved, perhaps it should be expanded to cover additional vehicles. the dealership wants to charge me nearly $300 to correct the air bag sensor light. thank you for your assistance. *tr
03/01/2009	32000	1
	2005 chrysler town and country airbag sensor warning light.dealer repaired car, but would not cover it under recall...nhtsa 07v192000 states that it would be covered. 07v192000 describes the problem exactly as it happened. dealer is bertera dodge chrysler jeep inc. westfield ma.01085..r.o. #docs161478. *tr
02/10/2009	61125	1	07/01/2005
	Tlthe contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the front passenger seat air bag sensors failed. as a result, the contact does not know when the air bags are activated. in addition, the abs indicator remains illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer stated that the air bag sensor connector failed and disabled the entire air bag system. the air bag sensor connector needs to be repaired at the cost of $325. the manufacturer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags: frontal: sensor/control module). the current and failure mileages were 61,125. updated 6/18/09 cn the consumer stated the work was completed. updated 06/22/09
10/17/2008	71000	1	01/01/2008
	Tlthe contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the air bag sensor control module malfunctioned, which caused the air bag indicator to illuminate. the indicator illuminated while driving approximately 75 mph. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the mechanic stated that the air bag sensor was corroded. the indicator remained illuminated. the dealer stated that her vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). the manufacturer has not been notified. the current mileage was approximately 75,000 and failure mileage was approximately 71,000. updated 01/14/09. lj updated 01/15/09.*jb
01/09/2008	50998	1
	The air bag sensor light came on and stayed illuminated. i found a safety recall on the exact issue but was told by my dealer my vehicle did not fit into the range of the recall. the nhtsa id# of the issue is 07v192000. vehicle at time had 50,998 miles on it. i had to pay the entire cost of replacement. *tr
03/18/2008	31404	1
	The airbag warning lamp came on intermittently at first over the course of a week or so then it stayed on solid. i took it to the dealer for service while under warranty and they replaced the right front airbag sensor without cost under warranty which fixed the problem. the reason i'm filing this complaint is because the sensor recall (id # 07v192000) only covers vehicles with build dates between apr 24, 2003 and feb 2, 2005. my vehicle, which has a date of mfr of 07/05, is not covered by this recall. my concern is that if the problem with my vehicle is not just a random occurrence chrysler may have underestimated the number of vehicles potentially impacted by the recall. *tr
11/01/2007		12	05/14/2004
	It started actually quite some time ago. it seemed that every once in a while i would lose my power steering. once it almost caused me to run off the road and into a cement curb. luckily, i was able to work the wheel around and after about five minutes of trying to control the van, the power steering came back. there has been a noise at the front of the vehicle for quite some time and then i noticed the van was leaking something. i took it to the dealer and they said there was a leak in the steering gear assembly and that it needed to be replaced. they also said that they are replacing so many of them that the part was backordered and they were unsure when they would get one. that was in nov. 2007. it is now april 2008 and i am still waiting. in feb of 2008 i was told they had one for me and i took my van in and then was told that it never arrived and that they told their parts dealer that they needed it immediately because the power steering fluid is leaking onto other parts and can cause problems. it's still been two months since then and nothing. the whole front of my van feels and sounds like its going to fall off at any moment. i have had to refill my power steering fluid every 2-3 days since nov 07 and it isn't getting any better. unfortunately, this is not the only problem i have had with this van. the right cv joint had to be replaced after only 2 years, the air bag sensors went bad and only after i paid to have it checked out to the tune of $70 were they recalled, there was a recall on the rear heating/cooling tubes because of cold weather conditions, the driver side sliding door no longer works as well as the front passenger window. during a terrible rain storm, i had to go through a large puddle and the spare tire was ripped from the undercarriage because it was never sealed properly and the part was defective. both sets of brakes have had to be replaced, rotors redone and the tires have been replaced twice. *tr
02/27/2008	42000	1	06/16/2007
	Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the air bag warning indicator light illuminated. the dealer stated that the front air bag sensor was corroded and cracked. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 07v192000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). the current and failure mileages were 42,000.
02/04/2008		21	08/27/2007
	Driver side airbag light on for 3 weeks. found out that there was a recall on airbag sensor online as we bought this van used. took to dealer to have recall work done. 2 sensors put in as first one was defective. airbag light still on and dealer wants to charge $90.00 for diagnostic and more to fix the problem. found problem was a faulty wire at the firewall. still had to pay money for recall work. *tr
01/09/2008	50900	1	07/20/2005
	Air bag light became illuminated on my 2005 chrysler town n' country. i found a safety recall on the exact issue, but was told my vehicle did not fit into the range of the recall. the same problem listed on the recall is what happened. the air bag front sensors and wiring corroded. the nhtsa id# is 07v192000. my vehicle has 50,998 miles on it. *tr
01/01/1901		2
	2005 chrysler town and country van customer states that the warning light was activated after winter and it was fixed but now he is having problem getting it fixed*cc the consumer stated the airbag warning light activated on 2 occasions. the dealer invoice indicated the left front impact sensor and wire connector was corroded. jb
05/15/2007	48000	1	05/15/2005
	Front air bags on 2005 chrysler town & country do not work due to a corroded sensor in the front of the car. chrysler is refusing to fix this under warranty although the vehicle is less than two years old, and they are replacing corroded switches on other years and models.*ak
04/10/2007	46000	5
	Air bag warning light came on dashboard. dealer said it was caused by driver's side 'seat belt retractor needing to be replaced. they ordered this, said i would have to pay. not covered by dealer. then, on may 12, 2007 i saw on the tv may 11 2007 report that there was a nhtsa recall 07v192000 concerning sensor/ control module manufacturer's report on may 1, 2007. dealer still knew nothing about this recall to this date. *ak
08/01/2005	51000	2	10/01/2004
	Tl- the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. he noticed the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer stated that the left airbag sensor was defective. the dealer made the repairs. approximately 15 months later the air bag light illuminated again. the dealer stated that the right air bag sensor needed to be replaced. the dealer replaced the right airbag sensor. there have not been any other occurrences since the replacement. the vehicle currently has 51,000 miles. ak the consumer stated the vehicle ran out of gas even though the gauge read 3/8 of a tank. the dealer stated there was a problem with the fule tank sending unit. updated 07/06/07. *jb
03/01/2007	21605	12	11/19/2004
	I have a 2005 chrysler town & country which i purchased new. in the following months the airbag light has come on: february 05, may 06, november 06, december 06, jan 07, february 07, march 07, the light has stayed on for 3 minutes - 40 minutes. i have repeatedly brought the vehicle back to the dealer. sometimes it throughs a code ,but most often it did not. at times they have been able to duplicate the problem ,and sometimes they could not. recently they have not been able to duplicate the problem and no codes were shoown. the dealer was looking to chrylser for tech support, and i have been waiting 6 weeks. i have contacted chrysler may times, they told me to deal with the dealer - there is nothing that can be done unless a code is thrown or the problem is duplicated. they have also told me that when the light goes on the airbag will not work.*ak
07/19/2006	59015	10	05/25/2004
	Tl* - the contact owns a 2005 chrysler town and country. the contact stated that the sensor control module for the front air bags was not working and the sensor light turned on warning of a airbag malfunction. also, the contact stated that the front driver's side seat belt was not tightening as it should. the contact replaced the front crash sensors, and the seat belt retractor. the contact believed that water entered the sensor assembly. the contact had the vehicle repaired, but believed that the work she had done should fall under a safety recall. the current and failure mileage were 59015 miles.ak updated 03/30/07. jb
01/05/2007	44800	3	05/28/2004
	We have a 2005 town and country minivan that we purchased from brunswick auto mart. we have had to have it serviced to repair the air bag sensors three times in less than 45,000 miles. there has been no reason why the sensors says failure. the bags have not been deployed in an accident or even inadvertently but a vehicle that has a safety system mandated by the government should have to meet better qualifications. *jb
01/11/2007		1	04/25/2005
	Follow up on an existing open item nhtsa action number : ea06003 front air bag crash sensor failure: air bags:frontal chrysler / town and country 2005 my air bag lights were blinking the one on the dash board and the one on the middle of the console. i took it in for service and after 2 days and $350 (not covered by warranty) the sensor was replaced. the lights continue to blink and make a tone within the next 24 hours. i am taking it back for more review by the dealer. *nm
12/10/2006	65950	1	04/20/2004
	Dt*: the contact stated the airbag warning light illuminated constantly. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who stated that the contact should give the vehicle a couple of days to see if the light reset, but it did not. the dealer was contacted a second time, who then stated the problem was most likely due to failure of the air bag sensor.
08/28/2006	38000	2	08/19/2004
	Air bag light was on constantly at approximately 40k miles. replaced impact front sensors which was not covered under warranty, either from the manufacturer or extended purchased warranty. noticed from your website that this is currently under investigation nhtsa action number ea06003. *jb
12/10/2004	3000	7	08/11/2004
	My 2005 chrysler town and country mini van has repeatedly had its airbag light go on while operating vehicle. it has been in at least 6 or 7 times to date for repair and once they kept it for two weeks. they assured me the problem was fixed and again the light is on. i contacted chrysler who advised it was a dealer issue and nothing was resolved. now the vehicle has over 36,000 miles and the airbag light is on again and i am concerned that the unresolved repair will not be covered. the service manager from dealership also advised that airbag system will not work if light is on. this required equipment seems to be trouble prone. *nm
04/11/2006	39500	1	02/01/2005
	Dt*: the contact stated the airbag light illuminated. the dealership determined the control module needs to be replaced.
04/05/2006		1
	Chrysler town & country 2005 minivan touring car. airbag light came on and remains on. called dealer where we bought the car and have appointment next wed. 4/12/06 to get problem corrected. dealer said airbag may or may not deploy. we are reluctant to drive it until problem is corrected. at this time we have to pay for this service. want it on record that we have this problem. *jb
03/23/2006	51240	1	09/13/2004
	Air bag light came on. being a school vehicle it places the van out of service. i contacted the dealer to diagnose the problem and found out this is a common problem and since the van has 51000 miles on it the warranty has expired. i feel this being a safety issue chrysler should cover the repair. i do know of one other school van that has had the same issue with the air bag light. i also feel that most consumers would ignore the light and take their chances before spending 214.00 on the repair.*jb
02/22/2005	3535	6	12/29/2004
	Air bag warning light would come on and off intermittently and than stay on until engine was turned off. this would happen each time the vehicle was driven the day prior service. also prior and during the warning light incident there was a rattling like noise in the dash area. when i took the vehicle in for service they found a short and replaced the clock spring. i ask the service advisor if it would have caused a problem with the air bags to work properly and was told that it could have caused a malfunction of either not working when needed or prematurely inflating. *nm
01/02/2006		2	07/14/2004
	January 2005 after owning my 2005 town and country for only 6 months the air bag light came on. i took it to the dealership where i was told that the sensor was bad on the passenger side and i needed to leave my van at the dealership because it was unsafe to driver due to the fact that if i were to get into an accident the passenger airbag would not deploy. january 2, 2006, i just had to take the van back in for the same thing. this time i had to drive it all the way back from florida with the airbag light on. they had to replace both sensors this time. january 13,2006 i was on my way to chicago from my home in michigan and the air bag sensor is again coming on, less than 2 weeks after having it fixed! the other problem i have had with this van is the wiring the operates the power sliding doors. i have had to have the wiring assemblies replaced, once on each side. *jb
AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW
10/11/2010	55990
	My husband was t-boned in our 05 town and country limited by a truck carrying a double long horse trailer running a red light. the impact hit right at the sliding door on the driver's side. the glass on the sliding door and rear seats were knocked out. the metal from the van came in and formed around the edges of my 2 year old's carseat. no side airbags deployed. chrysler sent someone out to investigate and said that the airbags were found fully functional and that the impact was not great enough to cause the airbags to deploy. the accident totalled out our vehicle and we feel very strongly that the airbags should have deployed. had my daughter not been in her carseat correctly, she would have gotten crushed by the metal of the van slamming into her body. i just had our faulty airbag sensor light fixed in june 2010 (which was staying illuminated at all times) and wonder if the side airbags also weren't functioning correctly. my husband and daughter were slightly injured but it could have been better had the airbags deployed. mileage at time of accident and total loss - 55,990.