Chrysler

Town & Country (2002)

2002 · Minivan · 3 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.2)
412 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
13 Fire Reports
16 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

Chrysler Town & Country Unidentified Engine

⚠️ Caution (2.2)
88 complaints 88.0 per year
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

steering
21
safety systems
11
other
9
body
8
interior
8

Known Issues

Steering Issues (21 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (11 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (8 complaints)

3.8-V6-Gas

3.8L 6-cyl
Avoid (1.0)
192 complaints 192.0 per year Gasoline
7 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
36
electrical
31
steering
28
body
27
transmission
22

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (36 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (31 complaints)
Steering Issues (28 complaints)
Show 4 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

2.4-I4-Gas

2.4L 4-cyl
Recommended (4.8)
2 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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5.9T-I6-Diesel

5.9L 6-cyl Turbo
Recommended (5.0)
1 complaint 1.0 per year Diesel
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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chrysler Town & Country regardless of engine variant.

Steering Issues (75 complaints)
steering critical
Safety Systems Issues (68 complaints)
safety_systems critical
Electrical System Issues (54 complaints)
electrical critical
Body/Trim Issues (35 complaints)
body critical
Transmission Issues (35 complaints)
transmission critical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country problems?

The 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country has accumulated 412 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Steering, Safety Systems, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chrysler Town & Country engine is most reliable?

The 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country was offered with 7 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 3.3L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country a good used car?

The 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 412 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country have?

The 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country has 412 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2002-2002 Chrysler Town & Country vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chrysler Town & Country?

Before buying a used Chrysler Town & Country, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Steering, Safety Systems, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Town & Country have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2002 Chrysler Town & Country. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 412 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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