Odd 2002 Chrysler Sebring Ignition Problem

I have come to find out through more research that what I thought was the key reminder switch is actually the safety cable which also interlocks between the shifter. I did have the center console apart the other day to adjust the parking brake, I am going to investigate further.

I just dealt w this issue in a liberty,what does liberty have to do w sebring you ask? Dodge,chrysler,plymouth,and jeep use the SAME lock ignition parts behind the lock cylinder is a magnesium rod that interlocks w shift cable the end breaks off creating the issue you currently have chrysler wants you to buy a 754.00 column assembly,before tax and installation 1100.00 all said and done for a 2dollar part sad part is this part is not avail by it self. Contact me and i will walk you through how to fix it.

Thanks for the answer, I figured out what was happening, the shift boot was torn at the bottom and getting caught inside the cable interlock. I just cut the excess torn part of the boot off and TADA! issue fixed, but if I have any similar issues in the future I will refer to your answer as I know exactly what part you are talking about as i looked at while investigating possible causes. So the lesson for today kids is make sure your shift boot goes back to it proper position or else it will cause you lots of headaches.

My 2001 Sebring was starting perfect then the key would not turn every time but kept at. It and it would start did this for two weeks then one day it would not turn at all