2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible engine problems
44 complaints about engine have been filed for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible, which is 25% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 44 25% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 75,000 miles 39 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 7 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 14 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 8 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 6 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 39 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 74,000 miles, and 26% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
On 1/15/2002 consumer was driving at a speed of 55 miles per hour. Suddenly, the car began decelerating rapidly. Consumer pushed down on the accelerator, but the vehicle failed to respond. Instead, it continued its rapid deceleration. It felt as though the engine had simply died. There was a vehicle behind consumer which came very close to my rear end. This experience nearly caused an accident. After a few moments, consumer was able to proceed at a normal speed.
I bought the car 2 weeks ago. Everything was fine. I change the oil, replaced spark plugs like I do to all cars I buy. About 2 days ago the oil light started to turn on. Took it to the mechanic and he told me it might be a sensor. Changed the sensor but the light still turned on. Took it back to the shop & after a better inspection he told me it was the oil pump. Told me not to drive it until I get it fixed and that it would cost me $1000 to replace it.
Other problems reported for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
- Air bags 23 complaints
- Suspension 17 complaints