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2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible, most often about the engine (36% of complaints, typically around 74,500 miles). It is the most complained-about Sebring Convertible model year since 2000.
Complaints121
Recalls0
Crashes reported8
Fires reported1
Injuries reported12
Most common 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems
Engine
44 complaints · 36%Half of these problems showed up before 74,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system, cooling system.
Major headache has been the recent engine damage as a result of what may be oil sludge gathered in the motor. Engine seized briefly upon switching from 1st to 2nd gear, then began "clicking" upon acceleration or deceleration to/from high rpms (upshifting and downshifting). Chrysler dealership claims the problem is…
I followed the maintenence schedule on my 2002 Chrysler sebring with regular scheduled oil changes, yet I am now faced with replacing the engine because of oil sludge build up in my 2.7 engine. I understand that this is a well known and common problem. The quote from the Chrysler service dept is 10k for replacement.
Air bags
23 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
The airbag light in my 2002 Chrysler sebring lxi convertible comes on constantly. It comes on and off as it pleases. I am worried this is a safety issue. The Chrysler dealership "fixed" it but a few months (after warranty was expired) it was back on. This has been an ongoing issue for about a year.
Heard cracking noises from steering column. Air bag indicator light came on; horn does not work; cruise control does not work. Note: dealer aware of problem. "air bag clock spring" failure. Part is currently on national backorder from Chrysler, according to dealer service mgr. As a result, vehicle does not have a…
Suspension
16 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles. Parts named most often: front, rear.
Tl contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the rear strut mount detached from the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the rear strut was corroded, which caused it to fail. The technician also stated that the company that manufactured…
There was a creaking sound underneath the front passenger side seat when all of a sudden the front of the car dropped down and I had difficulty controlling the car. The right front ball joint had broken. Prior to this event I had been driving 55mph with 2 children in the car. Thankfully, I had dropped the children off…
Visibility and wipers
10 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 35,500 miles. Parts named most often: windshield wiper/washer, rear window wiper/washer, windshield, rearview mirrors/devices.
Windshield wipers completely failed when switched to high speed operation. Went back in operation after pressing down on wiper arm. 2nd time this failure occurred driving in blinding rain on the highway. Chrysler did nothing to remedy.
Car takes forever for the engine to warm up, sometimes stalling & hard to start. The heater most of the time does not work in my 2002 Chrysler sebring lxi, it only blows cold air. The seat heater works, however it has a loud noise on the drivers side when operating.
Electrical
9 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 73,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, ignition, alternator/generator/regulator, instrument cluster/panel.
Major headache has been the recent engine damage as a result of what may be oil sludge gathered in the motor. Engine seized briefly upon switching from 1st to 2nd gear, then began "clicking" upon acceleration or deceleration to/from high rpms (upshifting and downshifting). Chrysler dealership claims the problem is…
I have a 2002 sebring limited convertible that he had purchased in august 2012 with at the time just over 64k on the digital clock. It now has just over 71k on it. A few months before this I had an electrical issue that looked like a burned wire somewhere and a puff of smoke under the drivers side engine compartment.…
Wheels and tires
9 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: rim, sidewall, tread/belt.
I happily bought a new Sebring Convertible in july 2002. I bought the "complete" 7/70 extended warranty because I am a single woman and do not want to worry about repairs. During 2003 and 2004, I experienced frequent "soft" tires. During a rain storm, I hydroplaned on highway 41 and lost control. Luckily, there was no…
I purchased 2 each eagle ga p205/65r15 tires for the local goodyear garage on jan. 20, 2007. I initially wanted to purchase 2 other tires but since they didn't have those in stock, they told me they would give me these tires for the same price as the other tires. In may of 2007, I had to have both valve stems replaced…
Seat belts
8 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: front.
1. Airbag light intermittently goes on. . No accident or damage yet 3. Multiple trips to service dealer to fix seats, seat belts, and air bag light/sensor.
Driver side seat belt pre-tensioner failed twice. Under 25,00 miles at time of failure. Dealer service department stated "open ciricut in pre-tensioner electrical component. Have friend with same car which had seat belt pre-tensioner fail four time. This is a safety issue as it effects correct operation of seatbelt…
Steering
7 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 78,000 miles. Parts named most often: linkages.
My 2002 convertible Chrysler sebring limited edition left steering axle ball joint fell out of place while I was driving at about 25 mile per hour. The vehicle has mileage of 80,000. I made a complaint to Chrysler corporation after I found that there is a recall since october 2009 on the same part that failed and the…
The horn doesn't work , check engine light always on, airbags light on clock spring needs to be replace, and it seems that a lot of people are having the same problem ... My car wont be able to pass the emission test... Ac compressor doesn't work .
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (44 complaints, typically around 74,500 miles); air bags (23 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); suspension (16 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2002 a bad year for the Chrysler Sebring Convertible?
- It is the most complained-about Sebring Convertible model year since 2000, with 121 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.