2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 22, 2016 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Sedan years
About as many complaints as other years 4th of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan. That ranks 4th out of 7 Sebring Sedan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 30%), typically at around 87,277 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 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems

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

Engine3 · ~87,277 mi
Suspension3 · ~154,000 mi
Power Train2 · ~75,744 mi
Structure2 · ~46,988 mi
Air Bags1 · ~45,000 mi
Electrical System1 · ~500 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~46,988 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~104,500 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~104,500 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~240,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine330%87,277——
Suspension330%154,000——
Power Train220%75,744——
Structure220%46,988——
Air Bags110%45,000——
Electrical System110%500——
Engine and Engine Cooling110%46,988——
Fuel/propulsion System110%104,500——
Seat Belts110%104,500——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110%240,000——
Visibility110%46,988——
Wheels110%108,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 3 complaints
2010: 1201012011: 1201112013: 1201312014: 3201432015: 1201512016: 320163

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan.

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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.

When in motion leaks coolant on public roads...once again. Had this problem fixed before when this said vehicle had 70,000 miles on it at the chrysler dealership. Replaced water pump.

Engine · received May 22, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10870232

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND THE CONTROL ARM SNAPPED CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. I HAD IT TOWED TO MECHANIC. THE CONTROL ARMS AND SOME OTHER PARTS WERE REPLACED. USING MY CARS VIN THERE IS NOT A RECALL BUT ON THIS WEBSITE THERE IS A RECALL FOR SAME YEAR MAKE AND MODEL FOR THE…

Suspension · received Jan 28, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10822863

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring sedan. While driving at an unknown speed, the front driver side tire separated from the ball joint. In addition, the vehicle collapsed and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jan 8, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10818913

Warming the car in the driveway and both airbags deployed. Private driveway, no collision or other possible shock. The air bag indicator had been lit for approx 2 months and i had scheduled repairs but had not had them completed. Car was at idle after approx 10 minutes of idle running. *tr

Air Bags · received Feb 1, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10680329

I was crossing 4 lanes of oncoming traffic and my car stalled and died. This was the first time it had happened so i was unsure what to do. Thank goodness i put my car in p and restarted it in enough time to get out of the way before i was hit. This has again happened many times over the last 10+…

Electrical System · received Nov 25, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10660887

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan?

Owners most often report engine, suspension, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sebring Sedan model years, the 2004 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.