2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe

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2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:37:12.683Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
16

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2002

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1996: 9 complaints 1996 2001: 19 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2002 16 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2005: 7 complaints 2005
1996: 9 complaints 1996 2001: 19 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2002 16 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2005: 7 complaints 2005
1996: 9 complaints 1996 2001: 19 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2002 16 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2005: 7 complaints 2005

2002: 16 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19969
200119
200216
20035
20057

Known problem areas

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

4 of 16 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing macpherson strut and upper ball joint.

Air bags

3 of 16 total reports mention: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V545000 (Air bags); however, the part for the repair was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-18

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V388000 (Air bags); however, the repair for the recall was not yet available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-12-11

Power train

3 of 16 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.

CRASH
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Complaint received via e-mail.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-01-27

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and cooling system.

Visibility

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear.

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The black window sealing material takes forever to dry, and mildews causing the smell of mildew to permiate from the windows when being rolled up or down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-15

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…

    Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic

FAQ

Is the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chrysler Sebring Coupe have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.