2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Sep 27, 2015 · Brakes, Suspension · SC

I purchased this vehicle last dec,2014.. It is a used vehicle though, its in very good condition. I was backing out of my drive way approx. 2 weeks after I bought it & the right side passenger side the suspension, arm & ball joint just fell out.. The day prior to this I heard a definite knock from that wheel base. In fact when I was backing out of the drive, I was on my way to the mechanic. Well, being stranded, I had to call a tow service to haul it in for repair.. They said they could replace it,& the charge for the assembly would cost $112.00 plus.. Having it replaced & repaired. It is now 10 months later & the knocking is back & my concern is that it will fall out when I'm driving causing an awful accident. This is wear I stand now w/ this issue that is recorded under your recall descriptions. Thank you..

Filed Oct 24, 2010 · Engine · VA

I just bought a 2002 chrysler sebring convertible. I have had the car for a month, I bought it from my mother. The oil was changed right before I bought it and I haven't driving more than 3000 miles since I bought the car. On friday october 22nd, 2010 my engine started knocking when I started it up and when I started driving it, the oil light started flickering and the engine stalled out at every stop light. The car started jerking while I was driving it and I had aaa come tow it to their auto shop and they confirmed that I will need a new engine for the car. It has approximately 92,000 miles on it and the mechanic told me about the problems the 2.7 liter engines in chryslers and dodges. I can't afford to replace the engine especially since I just paid money for this car about a month ago! I am so upset!

Filed Sep 23, 2008 · Engine · 52,500 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring convertible. While driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound while braking and accelerating. The noise persisted for three days. On the fourth day, while braking to stop the vehicle, the engine shut off. In order to restart the vehicle, she had to shift the gear into park. Later the same day, the vehicle lost power while driving approximately 55 MPH. The contact was able to drive to a local repair facility and a diagnostic indicated that the map sensor was defective, and the oxygen in the fuel injection was not operating properly. The mechanic advised her that the part would be available the following day; however, she was later informed that there was a national back order. This meant that they had no idea when the part would be available. The contact is unable to reach the manufacturer. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current mileage was 53,000 and failure mileage was 52,500. Updated 10/30/08. *lj the consumer stated the vehicle would stall at various times. Updated 10/30/08.

Filed Jul 30, 2008 · Engine · 117,000 miles · AL

2.7 liter engines my mechanic said they are bad designs he has had alot ofcome in his shop with rods knocking.

Filed Aug 7, 2007 · Engine · 78,000 miles · OH

Driving on the morning of august 6, 2007 and my car's oil came on, which it has in the past and nothing could be found wrong. A few miles down the road my car's engine began to knock and smoke. When I opened the engine the car was completely out of oil. And there was no leak. When I got the car to a local dealership I was told that my engine was gone.

Filed Aug 4, 2007 · Engine · 67,722 miles · FL

Engine started to knock , shut off towed home parked ever since . 4000.00 to replace engine unable to afford.

Filed Feb 7, 2007 · Engine · 70,000 miles · PA

I was on my way to work on june 28th the car began to knock and shake wildly. My engine just blew, I had oil changes regularly. After doing some research and working to find me a new engine, my mechanic said that this engine is notorious for blowing and they usually go at 50,000 miles. At least I got 70,000. It is sitting in his shop right now, I can't pay for it. This car cost $30,000. New. I leased it now it will cost $36,000. And I will have nothing to show for it come december!

Filed Sep 7, 2006 · Engine · 69,000 miles · PA

I was on my way to work on june 28th the car began to knock and shake wildly. My engine just blew, I had oil changes regularly. After doing some research and working to find me a new engine, my mechanic said that that this engine is notorious for blowing and they usually go at 50,000 miles. At least I got 70,000. It is sitting in his shop right now, I can't pay for it. This car cost $30,000. New. I leased it now it will cost $36,000. And I will have nothing to show for it come december!

Filed Oct 21, 2005 · Engine · FL

Dt: the contact stated the engine started to knock, it was taken to a chrysler dealership, and they stated the crankshaft needed to be replaced. The dealership then called and said it needed a new engine, and chrysler would provide a rebuilt engine. According to the dealership, the problem was due to the contact's negligence. He changed the oil himself, and had no proof to show it was maintained properly. Therefore, chrysler was not going to fix the vehicle under warranty.

Filed Sep 28, 2005 · Wheels · VA

I was driving residential streets when I suddenly heard a knocking noise coming from the right front passenger wheel well when the car went over bumps in the road at about 20-25 MPH. But I didn't feel any compromise in vehicle handling. I pulled over, visually inspected the tire and tried to bounce the car front to replicate the sound with no success. I decided to proceed on and entered the highway and accelerated to about 60-65 MPH. After 15 minutes of highway driving the engine made a loud clanking sound and the car began vibrating. I moved off the road, to the right and stopped with a great deal of difficulty both in braking and steering. Upon stopping the vehicle made a loud single bang noise and black smoke rose up from the right front passenger tire. The vehicle could not be moved forward or backward and was towed to the dealer repair shop. The diagnosis was that a bolt fell off of a support arm that holds the right brake caliper in place. The support arm had become entangled in the rim and locked the tire. I replaced the premium rim, support arm, bolt and was able to keep the brake caliper. My brakes have not been changed, my car is 3 yrs old and has 27,000 miles and is in otherwise perfect condition.

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Engine · 27,000 miles · NC

While driving 20 MPH driver heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Suddenly, the vehicle jerked and vibrated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced.