I have a 2001 chrysler sebring with the 2.7 liter v6 engine. It has recently experienced engine problems up to and will probably include complete engine failure from oil sludging in the engine. The oil was changed every 5000 miles and we have documentation of these oil changes. The car only has 29500 miles right now. I contacted chrysler and they said that they can not warrant the product because it is out of their warranty period. They even went as far as to say that even if it is a manufacturing defect they can't be held responsible because the car is out of warranty. So basically I am just reporting to you my complaint. I know you probably have received hundreds of other complaints regarding this same issue with this engine. Please urge chrysler to extend their warranties or offer a recall. I have never heard of an engine failing because of oil sludge with only 29500 miles on it. Thanks, joe raguse.
2001 Chrysler Sebring engine complaints
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Car enginge shows normal running temperature but when its at idle blows cold heat. With rpms up it blows hotter air. Been in shop several times with no cases filed in dodge's database that shows reason for suspision. Even swithced dealerships to no avail. All test ran shows normal but car is about to hit its 75000 mile warrenty so im not sure if they are trying to limp me along for future gains. It started in the fall of 2002 and continues to this day had replaced thermostat flushed cooling system tested pressure but nothing.. Ive been told it could be the heater core but thye wont go there unless they have reason to but thats the only thing that hasnt been checked it never overheats etc..great car but just has to keep rpms up for heat.
Vehilce is a chyrsler seabring convertible (2001). Car has been maintained according to schedule. While driving, car died without warning. Clanking noise happened under hood and car stalled approximately 30 seconds later.*ak two mechanics have diagnosed the need to replace the motor. Quotes to repair range from $3,700 to $8,700. Called chysler customer service. Was told they will not do anything because vehicle is out of warranty. Sent letter to ceo of chrysler USA and have not rec'd response to date.
When driving any speed, the consumer heard a tapping noise coming from under the hood. The mechanic informed the consumer that the problem was pertaining to engine sludge.
Two weeks after a regular oil change, the 2.7l engine on my '01 sebring made a large clunk. The dealership mechanic said it had blown a rod (ruined). Cause of the failure according to dealership was "oil sludge." not covered in warranty. Price quoted for replacement was $7-8000. Mileage at the time was 47443.
2001 chrysler sebring lxi 2.7l v6. Vehicle purchased april 2002 as certified 8/80. Loud knocking from engine. Engine siezed up on freeway and died. Dealer found timing chains broken, thew a rod, engine failure due to oil sludge build up. Chrysler refused to cover under warranty claiming lack of owner maint. Records. Had engine replaced for $7500.00.
While driving consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle home. Consumer has contacted the dealer for an appointment to bring it in. Mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer would like chrysler to recall this vehicle due to the all the other consumer complaints about this vehicle.
While driving 30 MPH engine seized. As result, vehicle stalled in traffic, and had to have it towed. Dealer stated that sludge built up in the engine.
Premature engine failure due to sludge.*mr while driving, the vehicle just all of a sudden stop running, there were no warning lights.
The engine on my chrysler sebring (2.7) quit due to excess sludge from a defective design. I called chrysler and was told that my vehicle was out of warranty and that they would not reimburse me any costs. I had regular oil changes and maintenance on my vehicle. The service manager at the dealership stated that they have to repair 6 or 7 cars a year due to engine failure. I had the engine rebuilt at a cost of nearly $2,500. If the dealership had performed the work it would have cost nearly $7,000 and they would have put a new, but the same defective engine in my car. A jasper engine employee documented that chrysler has never done the updates that would have prevented the problem.
Oil was changed every 3000 miles. No warning lights or any type of warning when my engine failed after only 43,000 miles. It is a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan. After researching I found that these engines 2.7 liter found in the sebring and intrepid are prone to sludge and premature failure. My warranty was up at 36,000 miles and I am going back and forth trying to get some help with these repairs consisting of $4988.45. A new engine should not be needed in a vehicle with 43,000 miles. (and I am not the only one) I have spoken to 5 different mechanics and they are all aware of these engine problems. I was stranded 150 miles from home, it was graduation wk-end so no hotel rooms and no rental cars available. I was outside of kirksville mo. And had to ride with a stranger to get to somewhere that I could phone since my cell phone was out of raduis.
On or about march 30, 2004 my car developed a ticking noise. I discovered the noise when ordering food at a drive through window. The noise was only evident when I had my window down. My car also had no heat by this time. Over the last two winters I would not have heat when the car was idle, but this year it had gradually deteriorated to no heat when idle or upon accelaration. According to the ower's manual no antifreeze would cause this problem. The car was low on oil and had no antifreeze. I took the car to an independent mechanic for an oil change and to check the antifreeze. The owner's manual stated you needed to do something special to add antifreeze, but the manual fail to tell you what that something special was. The oil was changed and the antifreeze was filled. The ticking noise persisted and then the red oil lamp came on one week after having this service performed. I made another appointment with the independent mechanic to see what was causing the ticking noise. After checking my car over I received a call saying that it appeared I needed a new engine, the anitfreeze that had been put in two weeks prior was completely gone. My car had no visible signs of leakage. Where did the antifreeze go? Why is my low oil light coming on as well? It appears that the 2.7l engine fails regardless of maintenance due to design of the engine (limiting passage of oil) and this failure is also linked to the antifreeze leakage over time, causing the engine to over heat and build up sludge. The dealer then tells you that engine problem is due to sludge build-up or rather poor maintenance on your part and voids the warranty or refuses any assistance in the repair expense. My engine failed at approximately 52,000 miles. This problem is costing consumers thousands of dollars.
Engine surges and dies out. Standed on interstate, no accident. After replacement of camshaft and crankshaft sensors, determined that problem was with wiring harness. Identified recall notice from the federal safety agency, 00v29902. After contacting chrysler several times, they do not have any information on the recall nor acknoledge any recalls for my vehicle.
Engine quit at 34,000 mi , took to dealer they stated there was sludge in the engine and that the car was neglected do to lack of oil changes "voiding warranty". There appers to be a problem with the 2.7 liter engine. *ak oil changes were performed at regular intervals between 3k-5k miles.
The engine is gone out. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer for repairs.
Engine failed without warning while driving. Dealer was not able to determine cause.
After it rained, water collected in a puddle on the back interior floorboard. The dealer previously suspected the water came from the door seals and replaced them, however the leak resurfaced and it did not come from door seals. Consumer believed the leak came from the chassis. *jb other problems are as followed: cd player malfunctioned, A/C unit failed and was repaired two times, the door panel was replaced, the steering column was replaced/squealed when turned/repair kit was installed/clockspring was replaced, the vehicle wouldn't start, there were electrical problems, a loud sound had come from the brakes, the window buttons were loose at the switch, and the engine cranked but did not start and was found to be flooded. Scc
When driving at 60 to 70 MPH, consumer states the engine will suddenly shut off. Consumer has no brakes and steering is very hard. Consumer is not able to restart vehicle. Please provide any further information. Ts
Leased new car for 6 months, had oil ahcnge at 3,000 miles, have 5,000 miles now. Entire oil leaked out of the engine and engine stopped. Chrysler's waranty will not cover the damage since the plastic guard under the car was litttle broken maybe by hitting a pothall and therefore is my negligence. Cost $2,500 to fix engine.
Svc engine coolant light comes on indicating engine and/or emission control system malfunction. Dealer can not say why. Light is reset (by disco. Battery). Diag code provides little trbl analy. Info. Car seems to run/operate normally, but tdicate a malfunction in emissions control subsystem. Gas cap is secure at time of indication. Light does not reset automatically even after several days of continued driving. Must disco. Battery to clear light. No idea if this is false indication, indication of minor problem, or indication of more serious problem.
Have a brand new car and engine oil now leaking. Dealer said it is oil galley plug and cylinder head must be removed to fix.
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