Dash Wiring problems of the 2002 Chrysler Town & Country

Two problems related to dash wiring have been reported for the 2002 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Dash Wiring problem

Failure Date: 03/05/2009

2002 Chrysler Town & Country lxi. Turn signal indicator lights inside vehicle are malfunctioning, we are unaware if they malfunction outside, other lights are shorted out inside in the "dash" area. These are all indicators of an electrical short somewhere in the vehicle. Also the power rear door on the driver's side does not open using the keypad when it is cool or raining. We were told by dealership at the time of purchase that it didn't operate at all and needed a new motor, that's why we were "getting a good price". The rear power doors will both also almost close all the way, and then open for not reason, I. E. Nothing in the way at all. The rear power doors will also not close if you are on a very slight slant. The liftgate gives a hard time latching when using keypad. The vehicle was purchased in October 2008 preowned from a dealership. These issues cause a major safety threat. Others with the same make, model and year are having similar problems. I feel that this vehicle has many problems and should be recalled at least for the faulty wiring and electrical system.

2 Dash Wiring problem

Failure Date: 08/09/2006

When cruising highway with a/c on, the right rear speaker heats up very hot to the touch. We tested it, which is related to a/c on because when turn a/c off it cools down in 5 minutes. Took it back to dealer even after they repaired the recall. They state it is only the left speaker that is heating up not the right like our experience. They refused to look into it unless we pay for their technician's time. I mentioned how dangerous a speaker fire could be inside next to our kids. As I left a serviceman said we could fix it if you pay us. No fire incident yet but, it sure heats up when we travel and the a/c is on.




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