2001 Chrysler Sebring: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Feb 11, 2009 · Engine · 92,000 miles · SC

2001 chrysler sebring 4.7liter engine. Had oil changed two weeks ago. The next morning oil was all over top of engine. Returned to shop and determined that oil pressure low. Making loud knocking noise when idle sounds like diesel engine! Mechanic stated engine fixing to go.it has only 92,000 miles. Understand that there is a design issue with engine and has still not been recall. Chrysler is well aware of this continuous issue and assume they feel its the consumers problem now since you purchased it. Will never buy another vehicle from chrysler.

Filed Jan 2, 2009 · Engine · 60,100 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. Intermittently, the vehicle experiences catastrophic engine failure. The vehicle also locks up without warning. The contact's son is a mechanic and inspected the vehicle with the oil dipstick. He started the engine and heard a knocking sound, and then the vehicle shut off. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for a diagnostic; however, the contact would be responsible for the expenses. The failure mileage was 60,100.

Filed Apr 23, 2008 · Engine · 137,316 miles · CA

Smoking (oil burning everywhere) oil pressure switch failed apr. 07. Had major tune up done in aug. 07. Then had battery trouble car died had towed to shop, mec. Checked battery and recharged it said to replace it soon, then the next day heard a ticking noise and a big clunk on my way to work but went to the shop instead they found intermix through-out, head gasket failure.

Filed Jan 3, 2008 · Suspension · KS

The rear shock mounts completely corroded away and had to be replaced. I noticed a knocking sound when I would hit a bump and the shock and spring was completely loose from the frame because of the faulty brackets that had failed. Also the radio stopped working when the battery failed and the only thing it will do now is flash the treble/bass lights and will not function.

Filed Jan 1, 2008 · Engine · 86,000 miles · MD

While driving my 2001 chrsyler sebring all of sudden knocking and tapping noise started. Proceeded to pull over and turned the car off. Attempted to restart vehicle and it would not start. Call towing company and had it towed to chrsyler dealership. Paid for diagnostics and was told that it was engine failure due to oil slug. Car is inoperable. This 2.7l engine has been known for engine failure and chrsyler indicated that it was due to lack of maintenance. Oil changes were made according to the owners manual and this should not have occurred.

Filed Jul 9, 2007 · Engine · 53,813 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a knocking noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle is currently at the garage and the cause of failure was diagnosed as the timing chain and housing. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 53,813.

Filed Jan 26, 2007 · Engine, Steering · LA

Since I bought my vehicle in 2001 I had problems with my window, steering clicking, power train computer and transmission computer, tapping in the engine, engine failure, crankshaft, now servere knocking. I will not advice anyone to purchase a sebring from chysler. It's sad that chysler not helping correct the problems that their vehicle has.

Filed Jul 13, 2006 · Engine · PA

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent shop for an oil change when the lube specialists heard a knocking sound and suggested that vehicle be inspected by a mechanic. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics who determined that the engine was failing and that it had to be replaced. Problems with the vehicle's engine increased and the vehicle had to be towed to the service dealers for the parts to be replaced. The contact viewed online that the vehicle was experiencing similar symptoms of recall.

Filed Jan 23, 2006 · Engine · 82,116 miles · MI

I was driving down the road when I heard a loud knocking noise. My car stalled. I was able to restart the car and drive home. I was informed that the rod bearing had gone out and the motor would have to be replaced. After a few days of talking to chrysler they told me to take it to one of their dealerships so they can look at it at my cost. The car had 82,121 miles on it so there was no warranty. Chrysler gave me the run around for about a week. They wanted to charge me 200 to 400 $ just to look at it. I was told that chrysler would not pay for any thing because of excess sludge in the motor. Need less to say I went to a different company to put in a remanufacture motor. These 2.7 liter apparently has a lot a defects.

Filed Jan 23, 2006 · Engine · 82,116 miles · MI

I was driving down the road when I heard a loud knocking noise. My car staled, I was able to restart the car and drive home. I was informed that the rod bearing had gone out and the motor would have to be replaced. After a few days of talking to chrysler they told me to take it to one of their dealerships so they can look at it at my cost. The car had 82,121 miles on it so there was no warranty. Chrysler gave me the run around for about a week. They wanted to charge me 200 to 400 $ just to look at it. I was told that chrysler would not pay for any thing because of excess sludge in the motor. Need less to say I went to a different company to put in a remanufacture motor. These 2.7 liter apparently has a lot a defects.

Filed Dec 7, 2005 · Engine · 69,000 miles · MN

Oil changed every 3,000 miles. Knocking started to occur. As I was driving to get it looked at, motor just stopped. 2001 chrysler sebring 2.7l motor. 69000 miles. Diagnosed as broken timing chain, new motor needed $6,000-$7,000. Garage had seen quite a few recently with the same problem. One option was to buy a new engine that had been modified to correct original manufacturing problem, or to purchase a new or rebuilt engine. Since rebuilt engine was $1000 less than other options went with that option.

Filed Mar 30, 2005 · Engine · 59,000 miles · MD

Heard knocking coming from the engine at around 59,000 miles. Said to be the result of oil sludge. Was told that I need a new engine at a cost of $6000.00. Haven't replaced engine. Still have to make the car payments on a car that does not work.