NHTSA recall 02V186000
Vehicle Speed Control · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
July 8, 2002report date
88,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5L v6 engines, the throttle control cable can fray causing the throttle to bind or stick.
Why it matters: This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the throttle cable assembly. Owner notification began August 5, 2002.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Chrysler Sebring, 1997 Chrysler Sebring.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V186000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.