Is the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY reliable?

The 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY has 2423 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (985 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (328 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (269 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. Contact any Chrysler dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY?

The 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY has an EPA rating of 19 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $4044. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY is approximately $1,679/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY has 2423 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.7x the segment average of 882. The most common issue is electrical problems (41% of all complaints), specifically: 2010 town & country being driven by my wife home from church with my children in car. driving approximately 25mph and the car simply shut down...engine and all electric ceased to function. no accident occurred as my wife was able to stop the car. once stopped and put in park the car started back up . There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 31 fire reports filed.

31 fire reports 39 crash reports 32 injuries

2423

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

985 complaints

41%

• 2010 TOWN & COUNTRY BEING DRIVEN BY MY WIFE HOME FROM CHURCH WITH MY CHILDREN IN CAR. DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25MPH AND THE CAR SIMPLY SHUT DOWN...ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRIC CEASED TO FUNCTION. NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED AS MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR. ONCE STOPPED AND PUT IN PARK THE CAR STARTED BACK UP
• 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN&COUNTRY VAN LIMITED. CONSUMER STATES 3 SAFETY DEFECTS WITH VEHICLE *TGW THE ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCK WORKED INTERMITTENTLY, THE HORN REQUIRED EXCESSIVE OPERATING FORCE AND THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO ADJUST THE REAR HEAD REST DUE TO ITS DESIGN. *JB
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY TOURING. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WHEN HE DROVE OVER A ROAD BUMP. AS HE DROVE OVER THE BUMP, THE IGNITION SWITCH KEY INDEPENDENTLY MOVED FROM THE START POSITION TO THE ON POSITION. THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED ABNORMALLY. THE CONT

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 18 fire reports💥 6 crashes

“2010 TOWN & COUNTRY BEING DRIVEN BY MY WIFE HOME FROM CHURCH WITH MY CHILDREN IN CAR. DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25MPH AND THE CAR SIMPLY SHUT DOWN...ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRIC CEASED TO FUNCTION. NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED AS MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR. ONCE STOPPED AND PUT IN PARK THE CAR STARTED BACK UP ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY

Based on 1,644 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 77K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

187

30-60K

323

60-100K

659

100-150K

388

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

Earlier than typicalmedian 55K mi · 145 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

DOORS/LATCHES

Earlier than typicalmedian 63K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

Reported earliermedian 49K mi · 29 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

VISIBILITY

Reported earliermedian 57K mi · 26 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

WHEELS

Reported earliermedian 62K mi · 26 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

Reported earliermedian 49K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (5)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE07/07/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan and 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles. These vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver air bag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver air bag deployment.

Risk: Projectiles as a result of driver air bag deployment in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$4,008

Per month

$334

Per mile

33.4¢

kWh/mi

1.77

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,679

Full coverage / month

$140

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1679

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Chrysler New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chrysler. If you're buying a used 2010 TOWN AND COUNTRY, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chrysler dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2010 Chrysler TOWN AND COUNTRY

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 2423 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: 2010 TOWN & COUNTRY BEING DRIVEN BY MY WIFE HOME FROM CHURCH WITH MY CHILDREN IN CAR. DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25MPH AND THE CAR SIMPLY SHUT DOWN...ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRIC CEASED TO FUNCTION. NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED AS MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR. ONCE STOPPED AND PUT IN PARK THE CAR STARTED BACK UP
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: AT ZERO MILES, CAR WAS LEAKING OIL. AT FIRST, CHRYSLER DEALER CLAIMED CRACKED OIL PAN BUT AFTER REPLACING AND LEAK STILL PERSISTED. AFTER RETURNING CAR, IT WAS DISCOVERED GALLEY PLUG WAS CROSS THREADED LEADING TO LEAK. HOLE HAD TO BE RETHREADED AND NEW PLUG INSERTED PROPERLY. SIGNIFICANT OIL L
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON DRIVER SIDE LAST NOV 13, 2010 THEN AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON PASSENGER LAST MAY 2010. BOTH DEPLOYED WHEN THE CAR IS PARKED AND ENGINE IS OFF. LAST MAY 2010, AIR BAG DEPLOYED ON PASSENGER SIDE WHILE DRIVING. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: FAILURE OF FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS AT 18,000 MILES. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Chrysler dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)