2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe Problems
- Complaints
- 16filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 32,781miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe. The part named most often is suspension, with 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by air bags (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 32,781 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension4 25%
- Air bags3 19%
- Engine cooling2 13%
- Electrical system1 6.3%
- Body and structure1 6.3%
- Tires1 6.3%
- Vehicle speed control1 6.3%
Example complaints
Suspension: “The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving out of a parking lot, she heard a noise when she turned the steering wheel and noticed that the drivers side wheel and tire were out of place. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic who stated that failure was caused by the front suspension lower ball joint arm. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and the current mileage were 99,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10371245, filed 2010-12, 99,000 milesAir bags: “Dt: the air bag light comes on and off. The consumer contacted the dealer. They put vehicle on the diagnostic machine to find out what was wrong with it. The wiring under the passenger's seat has an open circuit which is causing the light to come off and on.”
NHTSA complaint #10131737, filed 2005-09, 40,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “While driving my transmission suddenly stopped working. When I slowed down, first gear catch and I could drive until the speed got over 15 MPH and then stopped again. I managed to get the vehicle to the dealer, who took 13 days to work on it. The internal transmission (motor) failed and had to be replace. The car only had 39,127 miles on it. The customer service was very poor. Even with a 7 year/100k powertrain warranty, they would not reimbuse for the rental car.”
NHTSA complaint #10110111, filed 2005-02, 39,127 milesEngine cooling: “The coolant in my auto was gone, when I had to stop in traffic when I saw smoke. Luckily, I was near 7/11 where I could but the proper mix of coolant. The next morning the coolant had disappeared, I called the dealership. Added more coolant went to the automotive store purchased more coolant opened the hood and the coolant had one again disappeared...there was never any residual on the driveway pavement. The man at the automotive store look at the radiator and said there is your problem, its leaking out of the crack, a hairline crack in radiator, which caused leakage in cooling system. …”
NHTSA complaint #10240881, filed 2008-09Mileage when problems were reported
75% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10,000 and 40,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020Electrical system. KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the…
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Other model years of the Chrysler Sebring Coupe
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 7 | 40,292 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 5 | 65,469 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 16 | 32,781 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 19 | 62,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 9 | 129,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chrysler Sebring Coupe model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe have?
NHTSA recorded 16 consumer complaints for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 4 complaints (25% of the total), followed by air bags with 3.
Has the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 32,781 miles and the middle half falls between 10,000 and 40,000 miles; 75% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.