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Chrysler Sebring 2002

The 2002 Chrysler Sebring has a 2.4 L engine. It gets 21 MPG combined (19 city, 26 highway), per the EPA. 5 recall campaigns and 40 owner complaints are on record.

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Specs

Engine
2,400 cc
4
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic · 4 speeds
DrivetrainFront-wheel (FWD)
Dimensions (L × W × H)4,910 × 1,760 × 1,400 mm (193.3 × 69.3 × 55.1 in)
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Curb weight1,553 kg (3,424 lb)
Body styleCompact Cars

Dimensions and weight: median of the 6 versions in Canada's official specifications (NHTSA vPIC). Each version differs slightly.

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Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
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NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2002 Chrysler Sebring 2-DR.
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NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2002 Chrysler Sebring 4-DR.
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Fuel economy (MPG)

🇺🇸 Local data
City
19 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Emissions
263 g/km
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Recalls

5 campaigns🇺🇸 Local dataNHTSA
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE 16V401000 · 2016-06-03 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE 15V338000 · 2015-06-02 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT 09E056000 · 2009-10-09 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 09E012000 · 2009-04-07 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER 07E023000 · 2007-03-29 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Common problems

40 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

SERVICE BRAKES 2021-07-10 · NHTSA

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 Lef…

AIR BAGS 2020-08-25 · NHTSA

ONCE I TURN ON THE CAR THE AIRBAG LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF CONSTANTLY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE 2020-05-10 · NHTSA

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

UNKNOWN OR OTHER Crash 1 injured 2019-05-06 · NHTSA

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, WH…

SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS 2018-10-04 · NHTSA

2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FOLLOW UP ON MULTIPLE MECHANICAL ISSUES CASE . *AS *TR

STEERING,AIR BAGS Crash 1 injured 2018-05-08 · NHTSA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A CONCRETE DIVIDER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS NOT SURE IF A POLICE REPORT WAS …

ENGINE 2017-07-06 · NHTSA

VEHICLE WAS RUNNING WELL AND WELL MAINTAINED. THEN HAD ISSUES STARTING AND SUDDENLY DIED WITHOUT WARNING. SEEMS TO BE A SIMILAR ENGINE FAILURE OF THESE MODELS.

ENGINE 2017-06-28 · NHTSA

I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY CAR IT'S MY ONLY TRANSPORTATION TO TAKE MY NEW BORN BACK AND FORTH TO OUR APPOINTMENTS I BRING MY CAR IN EVERY 4 MOTHS TO MAKE SURE MY CAR IS STILL SAFE FOR MY CHILD. MY ENGINE KNOCKS IT'S REALLY LOUD 3 DIFFERENT PEOPLE TOLD ME 3 DIFFERENT THINGS SO I BROUGHT IT INTO A CHRYSLER SHOP AND THEY TO…

AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2017-04-24 · NHTSA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT OPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

SUSPENSION 2017-04-01 · NHTSA

BALL JOINTS BROKE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT.

STRUCTURE 2016-04-14 · NHTSA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, A LOUD POPPING AND ROLLING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED PIECES OF THE DASHBOARD FALLING AND CRACKING FROM THE DRIVER TO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE TOWARDS THE AIR BAGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKE…

SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2016-03-29 · NHTSA

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL SLIGHTLY SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THE ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS AND STRUTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO DIAGNOSED THAT…

All 40 reports, grouped by component

Questions

What engine does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring have?
The 2002 Chrysler Sebring has a 2.4 L engine.
What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring?
It gets 21 MPG combined (19 city, 26 highway), per the EPA.
Does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring have recalls?
5 recall campaigns are on record. The latest concerns Air Bags (2016-06-03).
What are the common problems of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring?
40 owners have filed complaints, most often about Engine.

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