CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Chrysler Sebring has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 210 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 4 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (48 reports).
2002 Chrysler Sebring recalls
Passenger Sun Visor May Detach During Airbag Deployment
On certain 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles with beige interiors, a previous repair for a related recall used an incorrect part.
Passenger Sun Visor Can Detach During Airbag Deployment
On certain vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in a position where, if the passenger frontal airbag deploys, the visor can break loose.
Most common 2002 Chrysler Sebring problems
Problem areas named in the 210 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 48 |
| Suspension | 39 |
| Power Train | 28 |
| Steering | 23 |
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Wheels | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Engine | 11 |
What owners report
Rear Disc Brakes.I had a repair shop and a dealership assess what they both found to be what's called a Backplate.It mounts onto both Left and Right Spindles.The Backplate on Left and Right hold or guide the Pads in place on both sides of the caliper.The pins show to be almost rusted out.The dealership told me the Left and Right Backplate is unavailable and obsolete.So my options are to find a shop that can fabricate the parts or modify the rear brake system.Truly a poor design.A prototype that slipped through the cracks.I have invested thousands over the years into the vehicle so I would have a problem free efficient ride when I retire.I now had to finance another vehicle because the Chrysl
ONCE I TURN ON THE CAR THE AIRBAG LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF CONSTANTLY
WHEN UR DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE ENGINE JUST SHUTS DOWN LIKE U TURNED OFF THE KEY. IT ISN'T OVER HEATING AND NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT SO I CANNOT FIGURE OUT WHY IT KEEPS DOING THIS AND IT HAS A NEW BATTERY . I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR. *TR
I HAVE ATTACHED THE PAPERWORK 4 MY 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. AS YOU CAN SEE MY FIRST PAYMENT WAS APRIL 13TH 2018 THIS WAS MY DEPOSIT $700. AGAIN ON APRIL 24TH I PAID ANOTHER $600. MAY 20TH I PAID ANOTHER $700. JUNE 5TH I PAID $105. JUNE 5TH IS WHEN I TOOK POSSESSION OF THE CAR. JULY 1ST IS WHEN I HAD THE CAR ACCIDENT, WHERE I WAS INFORMED THAT THE DAMAGE ON THE CAR WAS SO SEVERE BECAUSE THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS ALL RUSTED OUT. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. THE FIRST DAY I TOOK THE CAR HOME THE BATTERY WAS DEAD I HAD TO BUY ANOTHER BATTERY FOR $75. I NOTICED THE CAR WAS BOTTOMING OUT I TOLD THE MECHANIC JIM WHO IS ALSO THE MAN THAT SOLD ME THE CAR AND HE ASSURED ME IT WAS SAFE. THEY HAD THREE MONTHS TO CHEC
2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FOLLOW UP ON MULTIPLE MECHANICAL ISSUES CASE . *AS *TR
2002 Chrysler Sebring questions
Does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring: Passenger Sun Visor May Detach During Airbag Deployment; Passenger Sun Visor Can Detach During Airbag Deployment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chrysler Sebring?
Based on 210 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (48), Suspension (39), Power Train (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Chrysler Sebring has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.