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2002 CHRYSLER Sebring

5 recalls Risk Grade: C Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #07E023000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Manufacturer
CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
What Happened
The master cylinder is a critical part of your vehicle's braking system, responsible for transmitting brake fluid to your brakes. In some cases, the seal on your master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the master cylinder seal fails, you could lose brake fluid, which can cause your brakes to become less effective. This could lead to a vehicle crash, especially if you're driving at higher speeds or in emergency situations.
Free Fix
Cardone will offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders, and you should contact them at 1-800-777-4780 to arrange for the replacement. This service is free to you, and you can schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — 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.
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High Priority #16V401000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger airbag inflator module is a critical safety system in your vehicle that deploys in a severe crash to protect you. In your 2001-2002 Sebring or Stratus with a beige interior, a previous repair attempt may have used the wrong part.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag deploys and your passenger side sun visor is in the wrong position, it could break free and fly back into the passenger area, potentially causing injury.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will install the correct strap to keep your sun visor safe, and this repair is completely free. You'll be notified when parts are available, and you should schedule the fix as soon as you're able.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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High Priority #15V338000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
What Happened
The passenger airbag inflator in your vehicle is a critical safety component that deploys in the event of a crash. However, if your sun visor is not properly secured, it could come loose and potentially injure you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If the passenger airbag deploys and the sun visor detaches, it could fly back and hit you or others in the vehicle, causing serious injury.
Free Fix
Your dealership will install a tether strap to keep your passenger sun visor securely in place, and this repair is free of charge.
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Original — What Happened
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Original — Remedy
MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.
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High Priority #09E056000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Manufacturer
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE LLC
What Happened
The lower ball joint is like a flexible connector that helps keep your vehicle stable while driving. Some aftermarket ball joints sold for your vehicle might have a faulty socket that can crack and cause the ball stud to separate.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ball stud separates, your control arm could collapse, and your wheel could fold in. This would make it hard to control your vehicle, and you might lose steering, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
The manufacturer will replace the faulty ball joints with new ones at no cost to you. You should contact Qualis Automotive at 1-800-493-4128 to schedule the repair as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.
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Moderate #09E012000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Manufacturer
SABERSPORT
What Happened
The corner and bumper lamp assembly in your vehicle is a safety feature that helps other drivers see your vehicle from the side. However, some aftermarket lamp assemblies sold for your vehicle don't have the required reflective strips, which can reduce visibility.
Risk if Unfixed
Without the amber side reflectors, your vehicle may be harder to see at night, especially from the side. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a full refund for the non-compliant lamp assembly from Sabersport. Just contact them at 1-909-598-7589 to arrange a refund.
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Original — What Happened
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
2 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall

Other CHRYSLER Sebring Years

2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2011
1 recall
2010
3 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
4 recalls
2007
7 recalls
2006
2 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
7 recalls
2003
5 recalls
2001
12 recalls
2000
6 recalls

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