general problems of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring

Nine problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/02/2020

When ur driving down the road the engine just shuts down like u turned off the key. It isn't over heating and no check engine light so I cannot figure out why it keeps doing this and it has a new battery . I just bought the car.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/30/2014

The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Sebring sedan. While driving at 30 mph, the driver side air bag warning light illuminated. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/07/2009

While driving on the highway, the word "deck" appeared on the dashboard. Then a series of numbers appeared, along with a beeping sound. Before I could pull over, the steering and brakes locked up and I went into a 360 degree spin. I had no control of the car. The Chrysler final came to a stop on its own. Chrysler has refused to investigate the mechanical aspects of the car and so the car is totaled. I have since met others who have had similar experience but traded the car before they were injured. This was a definite mechanical failure that I was able to survive and others around me. Chrysler should check this out.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2008

First I had continuous oil leak so the pan or some part was ordered and installed. The oil is still leaking out of that pan or part? that was a couple hundred bucks including checking the constant flickering oil light which now just flickers and I pay it no attention. The second issue was a computer chip or something, the car would just not start so I took it in that was 800 something by the time the car was going again. The third issue was the connecter that has three hoses to it went bad and smoke came from under hood and when I opened it the water was spraying leaking and of course empty which was another 300 bucks after towing parts labor etc. . . The current problem is the steering which I don't know what's wrong with I just do my best to stay in the lane. Also I have found out the wheel are really really cheap and flaking so my brand new tires were immediately punctured which I've paid a bunch to keep them sealed and balanced and not to mention the wear from the steering and flats has pretty much ruined the new tires.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/16/2005

2002 Chrysler Sebring conv. Experienced complete loss of electrical system and engine shut-off. Towed to dealership, tested, but no repeat of symptoms. Owner requested Chrysler repair personnel actually drive car. Upon doing so, all symptoms appeared with total loss of all electrical systems and non-starting engine. Even though the problem presented itself to the dealer, they could not diagnose or repair the problem. Dealer (harbor Chrysler, ventura, CA) had car for 18 days. Car released in non-repaired condition. Upon picking-up the car, the owner attached written statement of concern to the dealer regarding the safety of operating a vehicle that can suddenly stop operating with complete loss of all electronically controlled systems including brake lights, signals, flashers, wipers, airbag deployment sensors, head and tail lights, etc. , as well as a non-running/non startable engine. Chrysler dealer advised owner to drive vehicle until the failing component(s) experienced complete failure, at which time the problem could be accurately diagnosed. This translates into an obligation on the part of the owner to operate an unsafe vehicle in order to help the dealer diagnose the problem. The vehicle is effectively unusable, as strong safety and liability issues continue to concern dr. Rolff, the owner/driver.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/19/2005

Vehicle caught on fire. It burned the antenna. Vehicle was towed to dealer. A representative was sent to find out what happened. She did not know if she should get it fixed or leave it as it is for further investigation. But consume r wanted to know what started the fire. Dealer did not know what started the fire. Had never seen anything like this. The representative said he will turn in his report and the manufacturer will get back to her within a week. Manufacturer has not called her back yet. The opinion of those that looked at vehicle said it might be an electrical problem.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/12/2005

Driving down a 4 lane road doing around 45 to 50 mph the vehicle totally shut down causing me to have to pull over and re start the engine. I am going to have to guess on the component as I did not take it in to the dealer to have it looked at yet.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2003

I have had my 2004 niacin maxima for 1 month and have the switch controlling the sun roof no longer works. I brought it back to the dealer to repair and they ordered the parts from Nissan. It has been almost 3 months and the parts have not come in. Nissan says they are on backorder and have no idea when thre will be available. They said it could be 1 more month or maybe 6 more months. They do not know. This is a $900 dollar option that does not work, and Nissan says they have no idea when the parts to fix it will be available.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2003

The vehicle's engine seized while driving. 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.



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