Chrysler Sebring Visibility Problems
Owners have filed 121 complaints with NHTSA about visibility problems on the Chrysler Sebring across 13 model years. The 1996 model year has the most (28). The words owners use most often: “rear window” (12% of reports).
- 121visibility complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 52%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.
- Rear window: mentioned in 15 of 121 complaints (12%)
- Convertible top: mentioned in 7 of 121 complaints (6%)
- Windshield wipers: mentioned in 7 of 121 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do visibility problems happen?
Based on 33 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 121 complaints, 3 a fire, 1 an injury.
Chrysler Sebring visibility complaints by model year
| Model year | Visibility complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Sebring | 2 | 5% | 14,572 |
| 2008 Sebring | 4 | 2% | 30,330 |
| 2007 Sebring | 5 | 1% | 49,759 |
| 2006 Sebring | 2 | 2% | 70,000 |
| 2004 Sebring | 10 | 5% | 20,100 |
| 2002 Sebring | 5 | 2% | 20,016 |
| 2001 Sebring | 14 | 6% | 21,000 |
| 2000 Sebring | 7 | 8% | 92,500 |
| 1999 Sebring | 7 | 4% | 56,635 |
| 1998 Sebring | 16 | 6% | 52,000 |
| 1997 Sebring | 14 | 7% | — |
| 1996 Sebring | 28 | 8% | 80,000 |
| 1995 Sebring | 7 | 5% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system
Model years: 2007
Problem: On certain vehicles equipped with automatic temperature control (atc) only, the software programmed into the heating ventilation and air conditioning (hvac) module may cause the windshield defrosting and defogging functions to become inoperative.
Risk: This can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the hvac module. The recall began on january 2, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Model years: 1996
Problem: The electrical contacts in the power mirror switch can accumulate road salt due to water entering into the switch.
Risk: This can result in a high resistance short circuit and possibly cause a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the power mirror switch with a newly designed switch.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chrysler sebring. While driving 15 mph, the driver side window became inoperable and fell inside the driver side door without warning. The window failed to roll back up. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the window regulator…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle resumed normal operation once it was turned off and restarted. The failure occurred multiple times. In addition, the windshield wipers activated…
I purchased a 1998 chrysler sebring lxi the car has numerous problems, one is the control arm in the vehicle. This is a list of other evac problems - i was told that there was a recall on my vehicle for various problems - please advice - need help - called chrysler dealerships and first they said…
Passenger door master switch malfunction, driver window rolled down by itself during ice storm while driving on highway would not roll back up. Had to purchase and replace with new switch. Faulty rear camber in both right and left rear wheels. Both leaning inwards about 12 degrees, ruined 2 new…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact stated the horn and the drivers rear window failed to function properly. The horn would not work and the window would not open or close. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who performed a diagnostic test that located the failure…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Sebrings have visibility problems?
No. NHTSA has 121 owner complaints about visibility 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 visibility?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list visibility. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about visibility problems on the Chrysler Sebring?
The most frequent phrase is “rear window”, in 15 of 121 complaints, followed by “convertible top” (7).
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