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2002 Jeep Laredo recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2002 Jeep Laredo, but owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
80
Crashes / fires
6 / 2
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Jeep Laredo vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Jeep Laredo problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic25
Visibility19
Air Bags11
Engine and Engine Cooling10
Electrical System6
Seats6
Power Train4
Exterior Lighting4
Steering3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Suspension2
Service Brakes, Air2

Most reported parts

  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 15
  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 6
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 6
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan — 5
  • Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Fan/Motor — 4
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum — 2
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 64,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2002 Jeep Laredo complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Mar 18, 2019
Has never been subjected to air bag recall. Air bag warning light on dash board is on. I AM considering buying this jeep, laredo, 2002, today!
Exterior Lighting · at 140,000 miles · reported Dec 13, 2018
The alert for the turn signal stays on when I turn my headlights on. The tail lights don't work properly, and the reverse lights do not work at all. I have seen this on the same model jeep grand cherokee laredo's on the road at night.
Engine · at 94,946 miles · reported Jun 9, 2017
The contact owns a 2002 jeep laredo. While driving 20 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to a shoulder lane where the vehicle was able to restart. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that several components of the engine had been replaced, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The contact did not file a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 94,946.
Air Bags · reported Nov 14, 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2002 jeep laredo. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v046000 (Air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Power Train · at 182,378 miles · reported Mar 25, 2016
The contact owns a 2002 jeep laredo. The contact stated that the vehicle independently shifted gears without warning. The contact secured the vehicle in park while exiting, but it began to roll away. The contact was able to re-enter the vehicle and secure the transmission in park, but the vehicle kept rolling. The contact had to utilize the emergency brake and get help from someone to push the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 182,378.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Jeep Laredo have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2002 Jeep Laredo as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Jeep Laredo?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (25 reports), followed by visibility (19). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 64,000 miles.

Are Jeep recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jeep dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.