2002 Chrysler Sebring: complete transmission failure

Filed Jul 28, 2015 · Suspension, Transmission · 133,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. While driving 40 MPH, the driver side tie rod fractured and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The tie rod was replaced. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the screen on the transmission was replaced. The failure recurred, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000. Updated 09/25/15*lj updated 12/12/2017

Filed Sep 5, 2007 · Transmission · FL

When I purchased the car with approximately 44,000 miles I test drove it and it ran fine. At 60,000 miles the transmission began to give me problems, it made noise only while the car was in drive. I took it to a certified transmission place and they had it for two days and stated that my transmission was fine. Less than 2 weeks later the transmission went out. I had it repaired but im still having problems now the transmission jumps while slowing down between 35 to 30 MPH.

Filed Jul 16, 2007 · Transmission · 64,800 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. On june 25, 2007, while driving 25 MPH, the transmission failed. The contact was able to restart the vehicle several times. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic stated that the transmission needed to be replaced and will cost between $1,500-$2,300. The VIN, purchase date, and engine size were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 64,800.

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 Dec 1, 2006 · Transmission · 38,000 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle would not switch gears. The non service dealer determined the vehicle needed a new transmission to correct the issue.

Filed Jul 21, 2006 · Engine · 64,000 miles · TN

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.