2002 Chrysler Sebring Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 10%of 210 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 46,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the steering of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 10% of the 210 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 46,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On february 10,2012 I just got off the express way and came to a complete stop at a traffic light when suddenly I heard a loud popping sound up front. I got out to look and found that my wheel on the passenger side was turned all the way to the right. After I had it towed to the shop the mechanic informed me that the control arm broke. I had to pay $450 to get it replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10464744, filed 2012-07, 142,349 miles“At 41,000 miles my 2002 Chrysler Sebring lxi 4 door sedan required the replacement of right outer tie rod. I was told at that time if it had failed it would have caused a major and possibly deadly accident. One year to the day - at 47,000 miles the left outer tie rod required replacement. There were no accidents nor events which lead up to these failures.”
NHTSA complaint #10209712, filed 2007-11, 41,000 miles“On may 17,2010 while driving to college, I noticed a loud whining rough sound, and every time I hit a bump it would sound like something was loose coming from my tires. Before, I could stop to see what the problem was, my steering wheel locked and my car ran off the road when I attempted to regain control my Sebring over corrected and entered a counterclockwise spin. I crossed 5 busy lanes before striking a ditch. My car stopped opposite direction of oncoming traffic!!! July of 2013 I had my lower control arms, and ball joints replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10736068, filed 2015-07, 85,237 miles“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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10245513, filed 2008-10, 80,000 miles“My front end control arm and ball joint collapsed, causing other parts to be damaged. Ever since this has happen my Chrysler has never been the same. My insurance company did try and fix the problem, but to my dismay nothing has been corrected. I am now being told that my car the Chrysler Sebring always have major front end suspension issues. Since this is the case, I believe Chrysler should correct the problems on these makes and model. I would like to feel safe in my car, however I do not. I have been spending money frivolous to figure out the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10566692, filed 2014-03, 106,559 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10017651Nov 2, 2005Revised power steering system bleeding procedures.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 8% |
| 2009 | 3 | 7% |
| 2008 | 15 | 6% |
| 2007 | 12 | 4% |
| 2006 | 13 | 11% |
| 2005 | 7 | 9% |
| 2004 | 8 | 4% |
| 2003 | 3 | 7% |
| 2002 | 22 | 10% |
| 2001 | 15 | 6% |
| 2000 | 11 | 12% |
| 1999 | 8 | 5% |
| 1998 | 13 | 5% |
| 1997 | 11 | 5% |
| 1996 | 13 | 4% |
| 1995 | 7 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring
48 complaintsSuspension
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsWheels
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Chrysler Sebring
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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