Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2002 Chrysler Town and Country owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The fuel injection wiring harness length is apparently too long and it can drop down near the exhaust manifold where the heat will melt the insulation on the wires causing them to short together causing severe misfire and possible damage to the catalytic converter. The vehicle had run fine a couple of days previously and on starting the vehicle it seemed to idle a little rough. Driving on the road it ran very rough and was randomly misfiring on multiple cylinders. The MIL light began to flash on and off on acceleration. On investigation the wires in the fuel injection wiring harness were found to be melted and shorting together. I suspect in the ensuing two days that the temperature changes exacerbated the problem and temperature change induced movement caused the wires to short together. From researching this problem it affects many vehicles. …
Severe gasoline odor from under the whole car. Noticed the gasoline leak from the side of the gasoline tank where the white plastic connector was welded to a black plastic gas tank.. We noticed the gasoline odor while we are in a house. Gasoline was leaking from the gasket between the gas tank and white plastic attachment assembly.
Rear fuel tank retention strap broke and noticed front strap has imminent failure due to rusting. If the front strap broke the plastic tank would drag on the ground causing a hole in the fuel tank and ignition of fuel tank and vehicle and loss of life. All vehicles like this need inspection and repair as soon as possible.
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
Strong smell of gas filling up vehicle while driving. Strong smell of gas also occurs outside of vehicle filling up parked enclosure when vehicle was running. Inspection determined fuel rail leak. Repairs included replacement rail and fuel injector o-rings. Similar complaints on file.
I have talked to someone about a couple of months ago at the Chrysler dealer call center and have complained about my rear tire locking up and brakes has been changed twice in one year and when they lock up only on that rear tire it starts to smoke and smell like the rubber is burning and my other complaint that started yesterday July 24,2010 I was returning home and pulling off from where I was parked as I was pushing the gas for acceleration is was hesitation like it wasn't getting the gas. Then as I proceeded to continue to accelerate it continuously done the same thing like it was going to cut off. I was at the stop light in a city area and it had major hesitation and it was dangerous and very frightening. …
TIPM fuel issues. Why is there not a recall on this issue? This issue has left my family without a vehicle. Why has been addressed and repaired? I dont have 1000. For a new fuse box. And just about every thing to keep the vehicle running is new. The fuel pump, the fuel filter, the power steering pump water pump TCM , the crankshaft sensor all are new with spark plugs wires and tune up. So why won't my 2002 Chrysler Town & Country start? I am ask you to replace this for free or give me another vehicle at no cost. My vehicle is fully paid for and I don't want to hear that it is due to age. There are many vehicles with this same issue with less mile.
Contact states that fuel injection wiring harness failed at 127,800 miles due to melting and disintegration of insulation inside injector wiring harness. Vehicle lost power and driver was forced to seek assistance. Property damage to vehicle due to misfiring and engine overheating resulted in repair bills over $2,200 for new head gasket installation, replacement of fuel injection wiring harness and ECM. Repairs corrected electrical problems. Seeking recall on Chrysler injector wiring harness at fault on many of these vehicles.
Chrysler Town & Country 2002. At 20000 miles recalled for replacement of gas tank control valve seal (b25). Now leaking @ gas tank rollover valve causing van to fill with gas fumes. Dealership considers our problem though clearly in a 2002 vehicle with 57,119 miles with previous gas tank issues - one would consider perhaps a much greater problem with gas tank - certainly a serious safety risk.
Defect # 1951- engine families-2crxt0382d0. Emission problem- due to an over- temperature weld condition the control system May separate from the tank assembly. This could result in a possible fuel leak. Currently, engine light is on.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
On certain Mini vans, the fuel tank control valve weld joint could separate resulting in a possible fuel leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary. Owner notification began October 28, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the…
Fuel System complaints in other Town and Country years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2002 Chrysler Town and Country?
NHTSA has 22 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2002 Chrysler Town and Country, 5% of the model year's 404 complaints. The component named most often is storage › tank assembly (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2002 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 02V-274 (tank assembly, Oct 8, 2002). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2002 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 130,000 miles, and 18% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.