Dt: consumer stated the left rear speed sensor malfunctioned 4 times and it caused the ABS to become ineffective. The ABS light came on . The regular brakes worked when this happened, just not the ABS. The van has 47,500 miles on it. The first time it went out was at 7,500 miles, the second time was around 15,000 miles, third time around 23,000 miles, and most recently at 47,000 miles. She bought the van brand new, and 4 different dealerships repaired the vehicle. One of the dealerships said it was very rare for speed sensors to go out. The mechanic at warner robins told her that chrysler engineers were aware there was a problem with the speed sensor, and were working on it. She spoke to chrysler twice about this problem. They said they would give her a one time $50.00 charge to fix it. She did get it fixed and paid the $50.00. She felt this was a safety issue because she did not have ABS *ak. Updated 11/29/05.
2002 Chrysler Town and Country brakes complaints
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While driving 50 MPH the ABS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the speed sensor needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred.
Consumer applied the parking brake and it failed to hold. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic acknowledged that there was a problem, but could not duplicate the problem.
We bought a used 2002 chrysler town and country minivan from a car rental company here in sacramento california. The VIN # is [xxx]. The vehicle was in excellent condition with about 24,000 miles on it we bought it. A couple of months after we bought the vehicle, the ABS light went on indicating that the ABS brake system and the traction control systems were malfunctioning. We took it into a dealer here in town and they replaced a rear wheel speed sensor. A few months later the ABS light came on again and we took it back to the dealer. They checked it out and said the wheel sensor was showing bad again. They replaced the wheel speed sensor again. Now it is about 3 weeks after that most recent repair and the ABS light came on again. We were on vacation at the time and drove about 1000 miles without ABS brakes or traction control as it was inconvenient to take it in while on vacation. I did not receive the old part either time before but I will get it this time. By the way the vehicle is outside of warranty now and chrysler has declined to repair it without charge. We feel this is a safety issue as we are driving for considerable periods of time without 2 important safety features that came with the vehicle; antilock brakes and traction control. We are concerned that they can't seem to get this problem resolved. We are also concerned that others may be experiencing the same problem and it is not getting resolved. This seems to be a defect with the ABS system or parts within the ABS system of this chrylser model.*ak updated 07/25/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Consumer complained about braking problems. It was discovered that the pads and rotors were warped. Dealership had the vehicle for several days , and did not repair it. Consume r stated that the warning lights never came on, and when it was discovered, all the brakes were worn out. Yet, there was no warning that the brakes needed servicing.
While driving check engine light came on, and a gear shift light illuminated. When this occurred automatic transmission failed to shift out of second gear. Dealership performed a drb test, in which the failure code found was a low voltage battery and loose cable. The cable was tightened. Then, dealership test drove the van. No other problem was found. The failure recurred within 2,347 miles. Dealership test drove the van for 15 miles, and found no problems. Also, the ABS light came on and stayed on. Dealership replaced the ABS sensor 3 times. *ak
Brakes squeak while driving at any speed. Dealer replaced the brakes twice, but the squeaking noise could still be heard. Also, when the automatic transmission was shifted into reverse vehicle rolleed forward.
Premature brake component wear on chrysler mini-van. Brakes have been noisey since 2000 miles, multiple trips to dealer for repairs finally noise progressed to harsh grinding @ 20,000 miles. Dealer replaced pads and claims this is abnormal but nothing he can do about it. I have never had a vehicle require brakes so soon, never had a vehicle which made so much brake noise after only 2000 miles. My complaint is that the braking system is not designed to handle the vehicle weight under normal operating conditions. This could result in a serious accident if not resolved.
Vehicle in service 11/02. At 12,000 miles one rotor replaced under warranty due to brake pulsation. At 15,000 miles brakes squealed when applied at slow speeds (good pads). Light brake pulsation started at 24,000 miles. Rotors turned at 33,350 miles due to heavy brake pulsation in steering wheel. At 35,787 was told both front rotors needed to be replaced as they were warped. Have owned two previous disk brake chrysler products and had poor performance in reference to pulsating brakes that I have not had from gm or ford products. Friends that have chrylser vehicles have same brake pulsation problem. Contacted chrysler customer service and asked to speak to a supervisor and was denied. Chrysler complaint # 11578986. Would not assist at all in resolving issue with brakes.
Automatic transmission disengaged while driving. Dealer was unable to duplicate or correct the problem. *ak the service dealer manager verified and experienced these conditions and was unable to correct the problem. Two days after the purchase, the van shuttered at low speed, low rpms in reverse, slipped out of gear when attempting to ascend in grade, the check engine light had come on. Other problems that occurred, were as followed: the brake calipers were squealing which may have been due to sticking, the vehicle leaned to the left, and the right sliding door didn't open from the inside switch. *scc
2002 chrysler t&c lx minivan need new rotors after only 15,000 miles! Rotors are warped. Chrysler say not covered under thier highly advertised 7 year warranty. Noise started around 10,000 mile & has gotten worse. Brakes were squeaky since we got the van in dec of 2001.our 1999 t&c minivan never needed brakes pads or rotors. My 1992 honda civic with 200,000 miles has never need new rotors.
The brake light illuminated. On the same day a grinding noise was heard. Mechanic which replaced the front rotors and brake pads.
While parked on a flat surface vehicle shifted into drive hitting railroad crossing. Dealer notified. Ts
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