Chrysler Sebring Seat Belts Problems
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA about seat belts problems on the Chrysler Sebring across 17 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (23). The words owners use most often: “seat belt” (48% of reports).
- 122seat belts complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 22%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Seat belt: mentioned in 59 of 122 complaints (48%)
- Driver passenger: mentioned in 12 of 122 complaints (10%)
At what mileage do seat belts problems happen?
Based on 41 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 122 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 11 an injury.
Chrysler Sebring seat belts complaints by model year
| Model year | Seat Belts complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Sebring | 1 | 33% | — |
| 2010 Sebring | 17 | 20% | 50,000 |
| 2009 Sebring | 1 | 2% | 42,000 |
| 2008 Sebring | 7 | 3% | 40,000 |
| 2007 Sebring | 5 | 1% | 68,500 |
| 2006 Sebring | 4 | 3% | 82,000 |
| 2005 Sebring | 3 | 4% | 70,000 |
| 2004 Sebring | 7 | 3% | 38,000 |
| 2003 Sebring | 1 | 2% | 69,700 |
| 2002 Sebring | 4 | 2% | 22,764 |
| 2001 Sebring | 4 | 2% | 45,348 |
| 2000 Sebring | 7 | 8% | 90,000 |
| 1999 Sebring | 6 | 3% | 130,740 |
| 1998 Sebring | 11 | 4% | 50,000 |
| 1997 Sebring | 23 | 11% | 90,000 |
| 1996 Sebring | 16 | 5% | 50,000 |
| 1995 Sebring | 5 | 4% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Air bags; seat belts:pretensioner; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Model years: 2010
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Seat belts:rear/other
Model years: 2005
Problem: On certain sedans, the left and right rear outboard retractor and turning loop bolts on the seat belts may not have been properly tightened.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the affected fasteners. The recall began on november 15, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seat belts:rear/other
Model years: 2004
Problem: On certain convertible model vehicles, the left hand rear seat belt retractor bolt may not have been properly tightened.
Risk: This may result in the rear seat occupant being improperly restrained in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the left side rear seat belt retractor bolt to the proper specification. Owner notification began on july 19, 2004. Owners can contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
This is part of complaint 11630942. The incident on Nov 25, 2024. These are two separate complaints which occurred in the same crash that resulted in serious injuries. In the event of the crash the seatbelt failed to restrain me. Allowing my head to collide into the windshield and my chest to…
The steering wheel got stiff and hard to turn making turning a struggle. The shifting gears slipped and locked in place. The electronic throttle is is indicating a problem. These are just a problem over some time.
Air bag light stays on at all times and it put fear of safety issue is a wreck is to happen. Driver seatbelt light doesnât go off, itâs as though when putting the belt on even though itâs latched it isnât and causes the warning light to stay on.
Drivers side seat belt Does Not Retract. Engine Piston Rod Bearings are defective heat up melt and may cause an Engine Fire like in Hyundai Rod Bearing Recall. Common on Chrysler V6 Engine. May cause Blown engine, snapped Piston Rods, Heat and Engine Fire.
1. Sensor lights are on. 2. Seatbelts get stuck. 3. Horn doesn't work. 4. Sensor is on for the back left rear tire.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Sebrings have seat belts problems?
No. NHTSA has 122 owner complaints about seat belts for the Chrysler Sebring. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler Sebring seat belts?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list seat belts. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about seat belts problems on the Chrysler Sebring?
The most frequent phrase is “seat belt”, in 59 of 122 complaints, followed by “driver passenger” (12).
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