Sludge build up in the engine, there is coolant like into the oil line. Which has made the oil spit out from under the head gasket and spit out on top of the motor cover. The water pump and time change needs to be replace when they notice the sludge in the oil pan of the car. They in turn took of the top of the engine and the sludge was just thick and gritty. I was told by a chrysler technician that chrysler is aware of the problem with the 2.7 liter engines.
2002 Chrysler Sebring engine complaints
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Dt*: the contact stated the engine made a knocking noise. The vehicle was taken to 3 different dealerships. The first dealership was unable to duplicate the problem. The second dealership was to duplicate the problem, but did not feel repairs were needed under the warranty. The third dealership was able to duplicate the problem, but the check engine light was illuminated and would not turn off. The third dealership replaced an unknown computer part and performed a tune up, but the check engine light was still illuminated and the knocking noise was still present.
Dt*: the contact stated the motor stalled while the vehicle was in gear and would not restart. The check engine light did not illuminate prior to the incident. A mechanic determined that sludge built up in the engine caused the motor to stall. The manufacturer determined that the vehicle's proper oil levels have not been maintained, however the contact disagreed
Chrysler sebring 2002 failed engine twice - one was the result that not enough oil change and it blew the engine. The 2nd time - claim the transmission blew the engine, which was to be under warranty but have refused claiming the abuse of the driver that caused this to happen. My believe is that there's a problem with the sebring engines. The vehicle only have 65,000 plus miles and we had only had the car back 3 weeks when the engine blew the 2nd time. The dealer that repaired this vehicle has failed to provide me with all the work that was completed on this vehicle. The company is bob frensley chrysler in goodlettsville, tn - 615 859-0000. I have requested this infomtion on serveral times and has yet being faxed. The vehicle is still at this chrysler dealership.
2.7 liter v6 engine- sebring convertible. Regular oils changes at 3000 miles. Engine failed at 76000 miles on the car due to water mixing with the oil..(a direct result of a head gasket failure- I assume) the mechanic noted that there was severe oil sludge build up in the engine and that it needed to be replaced at a cost > $5000. He also indicated chrysler is aware of this issue and there is a class action lawsuit pending. Chrysler has since modified this engine for its newer vehicles.
These are safety/defect issues regarding my 2002 chrysler sebring engine: I have a 2.7 liter v6 engine and I have recently read about common problems after experiencing a knock in the engine. Just today, I had a mechanic listen to the engine noise and he speculates that it is a rod or rod bearing. This appears to be a symptom of the sludge problem that your web site has documented. I have not yet confronted a chrysler maintenance rep and would be interested in tactics that have been documented as successful. I have been somewhat regular about oil changes, but I am not the original owner, so would have a problem proving the maintenance intervals. Steering: last summer I first experienced a problem with the steering tightening. Basically the general feel of the steering was tight and it would not return to a 'home' position after turning. A mechanic estimated that it would take $1500 to replace the rack assembly and the power steering pump. On a hunch, I had the power steering fluid replaced and within a week the steering returned to normal. Around oct/nov, the symptoms returned and I had another power steering fluid replacement. This time the symptoms have been intermittent and have not completely disappeared. I have read a few complaints on the internet of other sebring owners having similar problems.
Problem: vibration noise under hood loss of cool air with air conditioner dealership replaced expansion valve.
2nd engine failed in 2002 sebring at 50,000 miles I will never ever buy chrysler again, this is a safety as well as economic issue.
Dt:contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving.. Upon taking the engine apart and inspecting it, the service dealer stated that there was a buildup of sludge in the engine. The dealer suggested the contact replace the engine. The manufacturer needed to see the oil change receipts. The consumer sent the invoices to the manufacturer. The consumer did not know what the manufacturer or service dealer was going to do about the problem.
Our 2002 chrysler sebring's engine failed at an off ramp of a highway. The car had to be towed. The car started to smoke after it was driven from the garage that it was towed to. The engine needs replaced.
2002 chrysler sebring engine failed. Diagnosed as excessive oil sludge. Dealer denied claim citing inadequate oil changes which is incorrect, oil change was done when specified, oil light never had to come on. I bought the car new and had it maintained. What happened: the car stopped after a loud tapping noise in the engine. I was driving to work and had to stop immediately. I sent complaint letter to chrysler's ceo and they refuse to fix. They want to charge $6000 to repair. Chrysler should replace those engines. Too many complaints. I cannot afford to fix car and I still have a loan on the car but it is not driving.
While driving the engine failed without warning. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information.
I was driving me car and the engine locked up. I had no warning from the oil and engine lights. I had it towed to the dealer, and they said a bearing in the piston had spun from engine sludge. I saw on line that they are having problems with this and won't do anything about it.
I was driving on the freeway in a construction zone. My car started accelerating and then the engine just stopped. It was during rush hour traffic, and due to the construction there was nowhere for me to avoid the ongoing traffic. A nice gentleman assisted me to the off ramp. I took my car to the nearest mechanic (tunex). They shared with me that I would need to tow the car to the dealer so that my warranty would cover the problem. I needed a new engine. The dealer is refusing to cover my car, even though I have oil change records and my mechanic went personally to the dealership, where his cousin works, and testified to my regular maintenance. The car is sitting in my garage pending arbitration.
The vehicle would intermittently stall when applying the brake to come to a stop. The vehicle has been to the dealer on 5 separate occasions. The dealer reset the timer the first time and was not able to duplicate the other 4 times.
2002 chrysler sebring engine failed. Diagnosed as excessive oil sludge. Extended warranty and dealer denied claim due to inadequate oil changes. I bought car used in july, 2003. What happened: the car stopped after a loud tapping noise in the engine. I was driving in rush hour traffic when the car stopped in the middle of the street. I sent complaint letter sent to chrysler's ceo on 9/22/04.
The vehicle's engine seized while driving. *nm the vehicle had a continuing brake problems and would die while in motion. The consumer requested reimbursement. When the vehicle was first purchased at 92 miles, there was a problem with low oil. The consumer was advised that the transmission leaked. The vehicle would continue to lose power and the oil light had come back on. Other problems were: the brake light was intermittent, the front end would vibrate, the brakes squealed, there was slight leak at the proportioning valve, the top was pulled down and the radio had become inoperative, the side mirrors and the power locks had become inoperative, and the brake pads had worn down to 2/32. *sc
While driving 60 MPH vehicle seized. As a result, vehicle had to be towed to the dealership.
The vehicle stalled without warning. When driving 45-50 MPH, consumer would take foot off the gas and vehicle made a whining noise. Dealer repaired problem.
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