2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 17, 2018 · 24 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Convertible years
Far fewer complaints than other years 10th of 10 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. That ranks 10th out of 10 Sebring Convertible model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (6 complaints, 25%), typically at around 49,000 miles. 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 2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems

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

Air Bags6 · ~49,000 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling5 · ~69,302 mi
Suspension5 · ~35,000 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline4 · ~19,150 mi
Visibility4 · ~30,000 mi
Structure3 · ~1,005 mi
Power Train2 · ~2,000 mi
Wheels2 · ~45,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~10 mi
Engine1 · ~35 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags625%49,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling521%69,302——
Suspension521%35,000——
Fuel System, Gasoline417%19,150——
Visibility417%30,000——
Structure313%1,005——
Power Train28%2,000——
Wheels28%45,000——
Electrical System14%10——
Engine14%35——
Exterior Lighting14%35——
Fuel/propulsion System14%35——
Seat Belts14%34,500——
Seats14%2,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14%———
Unknown or Other14%2,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2006, with 7 complaints
2003: 2200322005: 2200522006: 7200672007: 2200722008: 4200842009: 2200922010: 2201022011: 1201112017: 1201712018: 120181

n = 24 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 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.

Takata recall; air bag light on dash comes on & off intermittently from startup to shutdown, anywhere - wtf?

Air Bags · received Mar 17, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11079947

Past few weeks been noticing issues with the car. 1. Sun visors hit me in the face 2. Car stalls to start 3. Lights hardly work even when you try to put on high beams 3. Fluid doesn't stay in the car 4. Car cuts off in mid driving 5. Car also can cut off when you apply brakes . Car back tire…

Engine · received Nov 1, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11041918

I have a 2003 chrysler sebring convertible with a 2.7l engine. I recently started noticing problems around 88,000 miles.. I now have 92,000 miles and see engine coolant is black.. Online it appears a common problem is oil mixing with coolant.. Apparently i have this problem. I also have the 2.7l…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 22, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10402298

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler sebring convertible. When the vehicle was turning to the left at approximately 8 mph, the contact heard a noise. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the lower ball joints were replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. The current…

Suspension · received Apr 1, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10323370

2003 chrysler sebring 61,000 miles defective now broken clock spring that operates air bag and horn, now steering wheel binds, vehicle unsafe to operate. This has happened to many others, mostly breaks when its cold out. How come chrysler issued a recall on the caravans for same reason but not on…

Air Bags · received Feb 28, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10315016

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?

Owners most often report air bags, engine and engine cooling, suspension problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 6 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 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 2003 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.