2002 Chrysler Sebring Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 37about this part
- Share
- 18%of 210 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 37 complaints about the suspension of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring, 18% of the 210 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,000 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“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“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 miles“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!”
NHTSA complaint #10151174, filed 2006-02, 26,425 miles“Was driving home and hear loud noise got out and checked and found that the strut bracket had broken on the rear of my 2002 Chrysler seabring. I got home and called the dealer to get a new one they told me that the part was on backorder and that there was around 8000 on backorder so I called Chrysler and asked why they haven't recalled this part yet with 8000 parts needed there must be a problem with this part. They told me that there wasn't any of these parts in the USA. Now why is this? This part is known to go bad they told me. …”
NHTSA complaint #10233846, filed 2008-07, 90,049 milesSuspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 | 4 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 2% |
| 2006 | 10 | 8% |
| 2005 | 6 | 8% |
| 2004 | 26 | 12% |
| 2003 | 8 | 19% |
| 2002 | 37 | 18% |
| 2001 | 29 | 12% |
| 2000 | 15 | 16% |
| 1999 | 23 | 13% |
| 1998 | 26 | 10% |
| 1997 | 28 | 13% |
| 1996 | 70 | 20% |
| 1995 | 46 | 35% |
Other parts of the 2002 Chrysler Sebring
48 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsSteering
22 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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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