2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 9, 2018 · 120 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Convertible years
More complaints than other years 2nd of 10 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 120 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Sebring Convertible model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (62 complaints, 52%), typically at around 72,315 miles. Complaints mention 8 crashes, 2 fires, 9 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling62 · ~72,315 mi
Air Bags18 · ~66,500 mi
Electrical System7 · ~48,400 mi
Suspension7 · ~114,120 mi
Visibility7 · ~40,000 mi
Steering6 · ~64,500 mi
Vehicle Speed Control6 · ~48,400 mi
Power Train5 · ~91,000 mi
Seat Belts5 · ~61,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5 · ~56,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling problems6252%72,315“engine failed” (11%)$9,300
Air Bags1815%66,500——
Electrical System76%48,400——
Suspension76%114,120——
Visibility76%40,000——
Steering65%64,500——
Vehicle Speed Control65%48,400——
Power Train54%91,000——
Seat Belts54%61,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic54%56,500——
Structure54%46,865——
Engine43%86,000——
Equipment22%64,000——
Tires22%———
Wheels22%55,000——
Fuel/propulsion System11%145,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 18 complaints
2001: 2200122002: 222003: 7200372004: 992005: 9200592006: 15152007: 132007132008: 18182009: 142009142010: 14142011: 5201152012: 332013: 3201332014: 332015: 1201512016: 112018: 120181

n = 120 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Air bag warning light is lit, horn failed, speed control failed in unison.

Air Bags · received Jan 9, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11061459

Air bag light stays on

Air Bags · received Mar 28, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10851928

I was driving on savannah springs drive (a patio home community) and i heard a horrible noise and stopped. I though i had a flat tire but when i got out and looked, my left front wheel had off. (the balljoint came loose from the control arm) the car was not drivable and had to be towed home. We…

Suspension · received May 3, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10714241

Just turning off the main busy road from driving 40-45mph and onto a small residential narrow street doing 25mph i suddenly heard very loud clunking noises si i immediately stopped the car and got out and noticed that my rear drivers side tire was slanting inward. It turned out to be that my rear…

Suspension · received Jul 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10617438

I was driving my 2001 chrysler sebring while out of state on a summer trip in july 2010 when the air bag malfunction light came on. It has stayed that way for almost four years. Shortly after i returned from this trip i took the car to the chrysler dealership (07-29-2010) where i had purchased the…

Air Bags · received Apr 26, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10585075

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 62 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sebring Convertible model years, the 2001 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.