2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 7, 2015 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Coupe years
Not enough data 5th of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe. That ranks 5th out of 5 Sebring Coupe model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 22,413 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. 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 Coupe problems

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

Electrical System2 · ~22,413 mi
Air Bags1
Power Train1 · ~108,525 mi
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System240%22,413——
Air Bags120%———
Power Train120%108,525——
Unknown or Other120%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 2 complaints
2004: 1200412008: 2200822012: 1201212015: 120151

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe.

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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.

Driver going approx 40 miles an hour around curve, clockspring broke causing the steering wheel to become inoperable. Driver lost control of vehicle went off road hit two trees. Airbag did not deploy. Car is totaled and driver is in critical condition. *tr

Air Bags · received Jan 7, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10670585

After picking up vehicle from dealer and reporting "slipping" on the transmission, the dealer told me the transmission was starting to break up. A new one would cost $7,000, and a refurbished one would be $5,500, and there was a waiting list. I decided to drive it home an explore other avenues. The…

Power Train · received Aug 14, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10470685

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler sebring coupe. The entire instrument panel was warped and the padding was loosened from the panel. There was no prior warning to this defect. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle…

Unknown or Other · received Sep 8, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10241364

I have a chry sebring 2003 concerning issue- able to turn off the car and pull the key out of ignition while car is still in gear. This happened on several occasions and the car rolled while i was getting out. Lucky there was no injury involved but this is very dangerous and could led to serious…

Electrical System · received Jan 11, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10214544

I bought a 2003 sebring exactly two months ago, and prior to signing the papers to seal the deal, i had the dealership check out the reason there was no stereo, interior lights, trunk lights and why the keyless entry did not work when i test drove the car. They came back to explain that the "fuse…

Electrical System · received May 31, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10074561

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sebring Coupe model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.