Chrysler Sebring Structure Problems
Owners have filed 244 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Chrysler Sebring across 15 model years. The 1998 model year has the most (65). The words owners use most often: “convertible top” (11% of reports).
- 244structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 17mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 43%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.
- Convertible top: mentioned in 28 of 244 complaints (11%)
- Side door: mentioned in 27 of 244 complaints (11%)
- Fell off: mentioned in 16 of 244 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 72 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 244 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 17 an injury.
Chrysler Sebring structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Sebring | 3 | 3% | 53,080 |
| 2008 Sebring | 13 | 5% | 77,500 |
| 2007 Sebring | 8 | 2% | 75,000 |
| 2006 Sebring | 7 | 6% | 130,000 |
| 2005 Sebring | 1 | 1% | 87,440 |
| 2004 Sebring | 10 | 5% | 35,000 |
| 2003 Sebring | 4 | 10% | 112,000 |
| 2002 Sebring | 12 | 6% | 52,000 |
| 2001 Sebring | 13 | 5% | 10,066 |
| 2000 Sebring | 12 | 13% | 60,000 |
| 1999 Sebring | 31 | 18% | 64,574 |
| 1998 Sebring | 65 | 24% | 87,000 |
| 1997 Sebring | 18 | 9% | 83,375 |
| 1996 Sebring | 39 | 11% | 46,805 |
| 1995 Sebring | 8 | 6% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Structure:body:hood
Model years: 2007
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the hood latch striker may break and allow the hood to open while driving.
Risk: If the hood opens while driving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the hood latch strikers free of charge. The recall began on november 27, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Structure:frame and members:underbody shields
Model years: 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Through degradation of the bond between the silencer pad and a sheet metal panel (quarter inner upper), the pad may fall onto the map light located in the rear seating area near the c-pillar trim panel (lh and rh). This contact could cause the pad to melt, creating a hot smell and/or smoke during long periods of illumination.
Risk: Smoke inhalation could be harmful to vehicle occupants.
Fix: Dealers will remove the insulation pad from behind both rear map lights.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
See attached document for complaint.
There were 7 recalls on my make, year, model vehicle. Three of which were Brakes, Air Bags, and the TPMS tire monitoring system. Other body parts, doors and hood releases had recalls along with hvac/air conditioning systems. Radiator/fan motor failures. Doors flying open during transit. The ABS…
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal were significantly close to each other causing him to depress both pedals at the same time. The contact stated while driving at 3 MPH and attempting to make a stop, his foot inadvertently…
Air bag lights and door locking mechanizism failing
The door locking machanizism has failed . The air bag lite stays on...
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Sebrings have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 244 owner complaints about structure 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 structure?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about structure problems on the Chrysler Sebring?
The most frequent phrase is “convertible top”, in 28 of 244 complaints, followed by “side door” (27).
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