DecodedCars2006 Chrysler Town and Country
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Minivan - 2WD
- Engines
- 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.8L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 2-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints102 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 23 for similar models — most often about the electrical system.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Chrysler Town and Country is a minivan offered with 2 engines (3.3L 6-cyl and 3.8L 6-cyl) and 2-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 2% better than the 2006 minivan average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town and Country 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 2-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | +2% | $3,550 | 468 |
| Town and Country 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -3% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Chrysler Town and Country under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 minivans
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Chrysler Town and Country (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Toyota Sienna | 19 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2006 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive · Jan 11, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V008000 · 308,950 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Not every 2006 Chrysler Town and Country is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Chrysler Town and Country buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 23 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Exterior Lighting — 20 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 18 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 115,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Chrysler Town and Country. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Town and Country years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 5 | 527 |
| 2015 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 4 | 382 |
| 2014 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 4 | 610 |
| 2013 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 4 | 609 |
| 2012 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 5 | 553 |
| 2011 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 3 | 597 |
| 2010 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 5 | 1,180 |
| 2009 Town and Country | 20 | – | Not rated | 4 | 494 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chrysler. How we calculate this →