2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 18, 2016 · 16 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Coupe years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Sebring Coupe model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (4 complaints, 25%), typically at around 54,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Suspension4 · ~54,500 mi
Air Bags3 · ~40,000 mi
Power Train3 · ~39,127 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~74,500 mi
Electrical System1
Structure1 · ~26,435 mi
Tires1 · ~10,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1
Visibility1 · ~2,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension425%54,500——
Air Bags319%40,000——
Power Train319%39,127——
Engine and Engine Cooling213%74,500——
Electrical System16%———
Structure16%26,435——
Tires16%10,000——
Vehicle Speed Control16%———
Visibility16%2,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2005, with 6 complaints
2004: 3200432005: 6200562006: 1200612008: 1200812009: 1200912010: 1201012015: 1201512016: 220162

n = 16 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring coupe. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v545000 (air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…

Air Bags · received Aug 18, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10896961

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring coupe. While making a right turn, there was a loud pop sound that came from the passenger side of the dashboard. The contact observed that the dashboard was fractured and detaching from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was…

Structure · received Mar 24, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10851441

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring coupe. The contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v388000 (air bags); however, the repair for the recall was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to have a remedy or parts…

Air Bags · received Dec 11, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10809684

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving out of a parking lot, she heard a noise when she turned the steering wheel and noticed that the drivers side wheel and tire were out of place. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that failure was…

Suspension · received Dec 20, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10371245

The car is a 2002 chrysler sebring coupe and while driving it at approximately 25 mph the front right wheel broke away from the suspension arm causing loss of control. Prior to this incident i could hear a squeaking in the direction of the failed part when driving on relatively smooth surfaces as…

Suspension · received Sep 29, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10285616

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?

Owners most often report suspension, air bags, power train problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sebring Coupe model years, the 2002 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.