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2002 Chrysler Town And Country Engine Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
2%of 404 total for the year
Median mileage
121,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine of the 2002 Chrysler Town And Country, 2% of the 404 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 121,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“A month after we bought it stop running would start do anything its been just sitting int he yard since we checked fuel pump put new one in nope that wasn't it we have checked everything .now our friend hins its the head gasketim sorry but we just gotthe van in july to only drive it for 2weeks can you help”

NHTSA complaint #11299098, filed 2020-01, 10 miles

“Given the news (may 14/15 2013) of the federal prop for notice of recall for Chrysler vehicles problems cutting off while driving with no warning or indication of any problem I request other vehicles (ie Chrysler vans) for this particular issue be seriously considered and submit the following: (note: I can provide all exact dates/miles documentation as the vehicle was serviced by Chrysler, woodbridge, va. …”

NHTSA complaint #10512232, filed 2013-05, 120,000 miles

“The Town And Country van that we own continues to have multiple issues with intermittent stalling and various speeds. The van usually has problems most after refilling with gasoline. This problem has been happening for a few months and continues despite efforts to remedy the problem. I feel this is a safety issue that needs to be addressed by Chrysler and the NHTSA to avoid a major casualty incident since these vans are having documented problems at all speeds including highway driving at 70 plus MPH. …”

NHTSA complaint #10713870, filed 2015-04, 127,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Town & Country. The contact stated while the vehicle was running, the engine would misfire. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be inspected. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,492.”

NHTSA complaint #11440678, filed 2021-11, 134,492 miles

“The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal sound was heard coming from the vehicle, and a fuel odor was detected. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the serpentine belt had fractured and severed the fuel line, causing fuel to spill onto the engine. The mechanic replaced the serpentine belt and trimmed the fuel line; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to the mechanic, and the mechanic bent the clamps on the serpentine belt and reattached the belt. …”

NHTSA complaint #11456098, filed 2022-03, 122,000 miles

Engine: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
20166913%
20156316%
201415124%
201310816%
201210016%
201110714%
201030219%
20099614%
200820411%
20072712%
2006164%
2005415%
200495%
200383%
200272%
200131%
200062%
1999113%
199831%
199710%
199620%
199411%
199310%

Other parts of the 2002 Chrysler Town And Country

Steering
76 complaints
Air bags
67 complaints
Electrical system
60 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
40 complaints
Engine cooling
31 complaints
Exterior lighting
24 complaints
Brakes
23 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
23 complaints
Fuel system
22 complaints
Equipment
21 complaints
Body and structure
19 complaints
Suspension
17 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2002 Chrysler Town And Country

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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