2002 Chrysler Sebring: engine stalls while driving

Filed Dec 10, 2015 · Engine · 66,000 miles · NJ

Car completely stalled when driving on highway. Mechanic said it was extremely common in these cars.

Filed Jul 30, 2014 · Engine · 113,000 miles · OH

Tl * the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 155,000 miles · IN

My wonderful father brought me this convertible sebring lxi on 04/17/2014. After my chevy impala/2002 stalled due to transmission/ignition switch the total cost is $3100.00. So my dad pays cash for the convertible sebring lxi. On 05/03/2014, I was driving on the interstate attempting to attend a barbecue. It was a very nice day out. The car starts to overheat and the car stalls and slows down. I pulled over to the side of the road. The very next day, sun may 4,2014. I had the car taken to a mechanic and the engine had jump time and the engine had sludge build up. I was advised that it would cost me $3000-5000 for a new engine. I have lost my job in hr due to not being able to go work. I now own to vehicles that I can not drive and cant even afford to fix the car since I have lost my job. It really upsets me about the condition of the vehicle. There should be a recall on these engines. We the consumers should receive some type of relief. We the consumers rely on the intelligence and integrity of those that manufacture and make the engines. I'm asking that chrysler pay for me a new engine. That is a small amount compared to the fact I could have lost my life behind the wheel of this car. Had this turned out any other way such as a fatality. My parents would have ensured that " heads would roll". I would hate to see chrysler in the same "hot seat" that gm is currently sitting in. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 18, 2013 · Engine, Fuel system · 90,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled numerous times without warning. The mechanic replaced the starter and the fuel pump sensor; however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle continued to stall without warning. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic for further inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 102,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 90,677 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while stopped, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact also stated that the horn failed and did not sound when activated. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 90,677.

Filed Sep 4, 2012 · Engine · 151,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled without any warning indicators illuminating on the instrument panel. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 151,000.

Filed Nov 15, 2010 · Engine · 120,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle began to jerk before stalling. The contact was able to pull off the roadway and had the vehicle towed. The contact was unaware of what caused the failure. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired for the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Sep 16, 2009 · Engine · 70,000 miles · FL

On april 30, 2009, my well maintained 2002 chrysler sebring experienced total engine failure. The engine in question was the defective 2.7 litre v6 engine which are prone to oil sludge. A stalled lawsuit claims as well do I, 'the engines were defective in that the engine design caused the formation of engine oil sludge to an unacceptable and improper degree, that the build-up of such oil sludge resulted in excessive heating of the engine, excessive wear and tear of the engine, excessive formation of carbon deposits which blocked oil passageways and restriction of oil circulation in the engine, and resulted in substantial failure of the engine''. Chrysler corp and my local dealer refuse to investigate and deny knowledge of the class action lawsuit, which is stalled due to the filing of chapter 11.

Filed Mar 17, 2009 · Engine · 53,000 miles · MA · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. For more than three weeks, the contact has been waiting on a part to repair her vehicle. The dealer has over five hundred orders waiting for the mapping sensor, which is the mass air flow pressure sensor, that allows the engine to start. Without this part, the contact's vehicle stalls constantly. She was involved in three crashes due to the failure. There were no injuries. After it stalls, the vehicle restarts within a minute. The dealer cannot provide a specific time of when the part will be available. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 53,000.

Filed Jan 11, 2007 · Lights, Transmission · 34,250 miles · NY

I own a 2002 chrysler sebring with approx. 35k mileage. The transmission started acting funny about three weeks ago. It would not budge when in drive gear or would stall at red light. It was worse when cold. I took it to chrysler dealer in greenvale, new york. They indicated a transmission leak requiring change of transmission oil and cleaning, even though chrysler manual itself does not indicate transmission service before 45k mileage. They changed the transmission lines and hoses and charged me over $400 for the service. Chrysler fails to acknowledge a design defect requiring this service. Ultimately, I discovered that you have received many complaints regarding the same issue and also outright transmission failure which chrysler fails to address. I know that a recall was issued by nhsta for 2001 chrysler sebring regarding similar issues. Perhaps it is time you issue the same recall for 2002 chrysler sebring. Even better, please issue a cease and desist order against all american manufacturers of crap they call motor vehicles, so we need not make similar complaints in the future.

Filed Jul 27, 2006 · Engine · PA

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

Filed Mar 27, 2006 · Transmission · IL

While shifting from reverse to drive, car feels like it is in neutral. I must shift back and forth to get vehicle moving again. This usually is not a problem because it usually happens in a parking stall, where not a lot of moving cars are around to hit me. Almost always after the neutral/drive problem, the transmission will shift down hard when going from second down to first gear, causing a jerking motion. This has caused me to take it into the shop twice now, and it was different problems each time. The first was a sensor, the second, a "tsb" needed updating. Each time I take it in, I am guaranteed about a $200 charge.