2002 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems

Filed Jan 13, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 10 miles · NM

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

Filed Apr 14, 2019 · Fuel system, Transmission · SC

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.

Filed Nov 20, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 264,000 miles · MD

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. I'm surprised that a recall has not yet been issued for it.

Filed Jul 13, 2017 · Fuel system · MA

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.

Filed Oct 18, 2016 · Fuel system · 158,000 miles · AZ

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.

Filed May 21, 2016 · Fuel system · 146,000 miles · MA

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.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Fuel system · 134,721 miles · IN

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.

Filed Jun 22, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 127,800 miles · IN

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.

Filed Jul 25, 2010 · Brakes, Fuel system · 176,000 miles · VA

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. Just imagine a car not going when the gas is pushed and you got a big trucker behind you those people in other cars don't know what is going on with you they are not going to slow down and may cause an accident.

Filed Jun 23, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 130,000 miles · IL

Van started running rough and smoking heavy blue/white smoke out the exhaust pipe. The smoke was from raw unburned fuel that was pouring into the engine and unable to be burned off at any RPM below 3000. The van was fine when last parked at our residence. Next day wife was going to the store and van immediately had the problem. Cool engine, had been sitting overnight. She drove about half a mile thinking the van would run smoother before seeing and smelling the gas and smoke. She immediately returned the van to the house. I checked the diagnostic code which indicated p0201: #1 fuel injector open circuit. I am fairly handy with vehicle repairs and decided to take the top half of the intake off to check the #1 injector and inspect the other 5 as well while there. All injectors coil resistance checked fine at 12.5 ohms, no open circuit as indicated. Decided to check the fuel rail wiring harness for a short circuit and sure enough the #1 cylinder wiring indicated a short circuit. With the meter on the injected plug, wiggled the harness and the short went away. So I removed the entire injected wiring harness for inspection, this involved removing all the factory wire wrap and protective sleeve. Discovered that all the wires inside the harness had all the insulation missing at one section next to the main harness connector. The harness was protected and not touching any part of the engine yet failed. I contacted local chrysler parts dept. And inquired about a replacement harness, response was new harness over $200 and had to be ordered. Was also told that this particular harness which fits 2001 - 2003 chrysler vans, is ordered by chrysler garages at 53 units a week. This is where the problem lies. This is a factory flaw and needs to be recalled before a fire starts or toxic fumes from the exhaust injures a passenger. There is no heat shield at this connectors location which I believe caused the harness failure. I repaired the harness and engine runs.