NHTSA Recall 02V186000: Vehicle speed control
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88,000 vehicles. It affects 1996–1997 Chrysler Sebring.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V186000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | B22 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | July 8, 2002 |
| Owner notification | August 5, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5l v6 engines, the throttle control cable can fray causing the throttle to bind or stick.
Safety risk
This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the throttle cable assembly. Owner notification began august 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no.b22.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V186000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.