2002 Chrysler Sebring steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 23 complaints for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 9% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 23 9% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 44,000 miles 14 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 3 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When steering problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 5 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 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 14 steering complaints that report mileage, the median is about 44,000 miles, and 64% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owned a 2002 chrysler sebring. While driving approximately 25 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the steering wheel seized and caused the vehicle to crash into a concrete divider. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact was not sure if a police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed a total loss. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure.
Serious clunking noise upon acceleration / braking. Dealership determined the lower ball joint was loose and replaced the left front lower arm control. Glad I made it home on my 250 mile drive without killing myself or others!
Other problems reported for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring
- Engine 55 complaints
- Suspension 39 complaints
- Transmission 23 complaints
- Air bags 16 complaints
- Electrical system 15 complaints