2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible: engine stalls while driving

Filed Feb 13, 2014 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · IL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that she had been operating the vehicle for approximately 15 minutes when smoke was seen coming from the engine area. A fire did not erupt. One week later the vehicle began stalling sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who advised that transmission fluid was leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 01v011002 (power train) but was advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was not repairable. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2012 · Engine · 92,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and after inspecting the failure, the mechanic advised that the engine was destroyed because there was not enough oil in the engine. The engine oil had become sludge as a result of oil build-up. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they could not replace the engine and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 92,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jun 14, 2012 · Engine · 68,400 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled.the contact was able to restart the vehicle but it continued to stall intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics but the engine light was off at the time so the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The engine warning light continued to illuminate intermittently.the contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v299002 (engine and engine cooling:engine) but was advised by the dealer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 68,400.

Filed Jun 2, 2011 · Engine · 56,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the engine stalled without prior warning. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and the engine was replaced. Three years later, the identical failure recurred and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect and they were unable to provide further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.

Filed Sep 29, 2010 · Engine · 72,315 miles · NJ

I went to the local 7-11 less then 1 min. By car to get something. Car was quiet & smooth running like it should be - since I maintained my car & took extra special care of it since it is my car & has my handicap plates on it. I pulled out of the parking lot of the 7-11 - came to a red light, was 1st car at red light- light changed to green, went to apply gas, car stalled - was able to get the car restarted- when it did restart, the car was now making a funny noise coming from the front end. Went to apply gas, could feel that the car wanted to stall again - was able to slowly apply gas, and then be able to coast down the little hill to my side street & able to get the car safely into my driveway. I was very lucky I wasn't rear ended at the light- the road on which it stalled they have a 40 MPH speed limit- I was also very lucky my child wasn't in the car with me. The failure of this only happened once- because the car was towed from my home to the dealership - where it still sits almost 1 year later - this engine failure is a chrysler issue - they are the ones that are responsible to pay for the car repairs & replace the engine - considering the fact they have known of this problem with their engines for many many years & still continue from what I have read by doing google searches on this 2.7l v6 engine. You are the national highway traffic & safety commission and have the pwer to recall these engines before someone dies from driving these cars with these engines or before a child is seriously injured or worse-.

Filed Jan 24, 2010 · Engine · 72,615 miles · NJ

Was driving home from a local store. Was at a traffic light, light turned green, I applied gas, car stalled ( was almost rear-ended). Was able to get the car started, but now a loud noise is coming from the front end, and when I go to apply gas, the car wants to stall out. Was able to coast downhill and pull onto a residential street and drive at 5 MPH and get car into my driveway. That week, while waiting for my new extended warranty papers to come in, left car in driveway, tried starting it but noise still there, so let the car sit. Had car towed to dealership, opened engine, was told car needs a new engine. Nothing has been done, because warranty company will not replace engine. Had to pay for a new battery to be installed since when I left car sitting in driveway, the battery died. To open the engine up for the warranty company to show that I maintained engine also cost around 400.00. Since november, my car with my handicap plates on it sits at the dealership. I see that their is a class action lawsuit going on for the 2.75 liter v6 engine put in these cars by chrysler, but this is a serious condition, I was just lucky I wasn't rear-ended and it didn't happen on the highway with my child in the car.

Filed Jan 10, 2008 · Engine · 75,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible. While driving 55 MPH, he heard banging noises coming from the engine compartment then the vehicle stalled twice and shut off without warning. The contact stated that he was unable to restart the vehicle and had to have it towed a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the engine failed and should be replaced. As of january 10, 2008, the mechanic had not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 75,000.

Filed Jun 7, 2007 · Engine · OH

2001 sebring convertible - oil lamp appears on dashboard, car stalls, towed by aaa, informed I need new engine. Online history of problems with oil sludge/new engines needed, the federal safety agency recall I was never notified about, I purchased additional warranty in may 2001 (6 years total) which ran out 2 weeks ago have nowhere to turn for help. I'm currently collecting service records (my oil changes are up to date) - how can I have a voice with chrysler in this matter?

Filed Mar 14, 2007 · Engine · 67,892 miles · FL

Tl*- the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible lxi, when coming to a stop, the oil light would illuminate. When accelerating the oil light turned off. The dealer stated that the failure was due to the sensor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle on 6 occasions due to engine noises. The dealer stated that the vehicle was operating normally. While driving 35 MPH under normal road conditions the engine stalled. The contact was able to get the vehicle to the side of the road with without a crash. The contact called the manufacturer, whon stated that there was not a recall related to the failure. The current and failure mileage were 67,892.

Filed Dec 13, 2006 · Engine · 88,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. It was maneuvered off the road and towed to the dealer, who replaced the engine due to engine sludge.

Filed Mar 20, 2006 · Engine · 63,700 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for inspection. The dealer recommended replacing the engine due to internal parts within the engine failing. The engine was replaced and the vehicle operates normally. The engine was replaced by the manufacturer. The contact had to pay $250.00 deductible and $150.00 for a new engine mounting bracket.

Filed Jan 18, 2006 · Engine · 53,000 miles · OH

Dt*: the consumer stated the engine stalled without prior warning. Although no warning lights illuminated prior to the stalling, the check oil light illuminated afterwards. The consumer restarted the vehicle and drove to a dealer. The service department suggested replacing the engine. The dealer discovered sludge and other fluid contamination in the engine; however basic maintenance was performed regularly.