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Chrysler Sebring recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 36 recall campaigns and 2,833 owner complaints for the Chrysler Sebring, covering model years 1995 to 2013. The 1996 model year drew the most complaints (343), and Electrical System is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

  • 36 recall campaigns on file
  • 2,833 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 19 model years with data (1995–2013)
  • most complaints: 1996 (343 for that model year)
  • top component: Electrical System (478 complaints)
  • latest recall 16V668000 (reported Sep 15, 2016)
  • 299 complaints reporting a crash (10.6%)
  • 89 complaints reporting a fire (3.1%)
  • 177 complaints reporting an injury (6.2%)
  • 7 complaints reporting a death (0.2%)

Chrysler Sebring complaints by model year

17 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 1996 model year has the most complaints: 343 of 2,833, or 12.1%. Next come 2007 (337) and 1998 (267). The fewest are for 2011, with 3 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Chrysler Sebring owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 1995–2011Column chart of 2,833 complaints across 17 model years. The highest is 1996 with 343. The full figures are in the table below the chart.1995: 132 complaints13219951996: 343 complaints34319961997: 210 complaints21019971998: 267 complaints26719981999: 172 complaints17219992000: 93 complaints9320002001: 242 complaints24220012002: 210 complaints21020022003: 42 complaints4220032004: 220 complaints22020042005: 75 complaints7520052006: 120 complaints12020062007: 337 complaints33720072008: 238 complaints23820082009: 43 complaints4320092010: 86 complaints8620102011: 3 complaints32011
Show the figures for all 17 model years
Chrysler Sebring complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Chrysler Sebring complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
1995132194101
19963434110240
1997210374171
1998267335191
1999172256130
20009314380
2001242215161
2002210174111
2003424041
20042202112161
20057510330
200612010060
2007337182190
2008238196140
2009433150
2010867520
201130000
All model years2,833299891777

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Chrysler Sebring components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Electrical System is the component named most often, in 478 complaints (16.9% of all 2,833), followed by Air Bags (381) and Engine and Engine Cooling (377).

Components named most often in Chrysler Sebring complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Chrysler Sebring complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Electrical System47816.9%
Air Bags38113.4%
Engine and Engine Cooling37713.3%
Power Train34012.0%
Suspension33811.9%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2508.8%
Structure2448.6%
Vehicle Speed Control2127.5%
Steering1696.0%
Engine1435.0%
Seat Belts1224.3%
Visibility1214.3%
Wheels1194.2%
Unknown or Other1093.8%
Tires762.7%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Chrysler Sebring recalls

36 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Sebring, newest first. The 36 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2013. The 2001 model year appears in the most campaigns (9).

  • 36 recall campaigns
Chrysler Sebring recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1995: 3 campaigns1996: 7 campaigns1997: 5 campaigns1998: 3 campaigns1999: 1 campaign
2000: 1 campaign2001: 9 campaigns2002: 2 campaigns2003: 2 campaigns2004: 4 campaigns2005: 3 campaigns2006: no campaigns2007: 7 campaigns2008: 4 campaigns2009: 2 campaigns
2010: 3 campaigns2011: 1 campaign2012: 1 campaign2013: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 16V668000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Pretensioner; Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Air Bags

    Model year 2010

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V401000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2001–2002

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.

    Consequence:
    If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 15V338000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2001–2005

    Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.

    Consequence:
    If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
    Remedy:
    MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.

    Filed by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 13V282000

    Reported

    Air Bags; Electrical System

    Model years 2011–2013

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints, their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  5. NHTSA campaign 10V475000

    Reported

    Steering › Electric Power Assist System

    Model year 2010

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 300, charger (LX) and Dodge Challenger (LC), avenger (JS), and journey (JC), as well as model year 2011 Dodge Ram light duty pickup (DS) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.

    Consequence:
    Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on December 20, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  6. NHTSA campaign 10V009000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Model year 2010

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler Sebring; Dodge Avenger and nitro; Jeep Liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 Dodge Ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.

    Consequence:
    This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during February 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  7. NHTSA campaign 09V047000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System

    Model year 2009

    Chrysler is recalling 91 MY 2009 sebring and Dodge Avenger equipped with 2.4L engine passenger vehicles. A compatibility issue between the instrument cluster software and fuel pump module can result in the fuel gauge overstating the actual fuel tank level. As a result, the vehicle may run out of fuel when the gauge indicates that there is still fuel remaining in the tank.

    Consequence:
    This could cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during March 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  8. NHTSA campaign 08V528000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    Model year 2009

    Chrysler is recalling 712 MY 2009 sebring, Dodge Caliber, avenger, journey, Jeep Patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.

    Consequence:
    This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  9. NHTSA campaign 08V152000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring

    Model years 2007–2008

    Chrysler is recalling 180,963 MY 2007-2008 sebring and Dodge Avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Unused electrical connectors for the TPMS may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling.

    Consequence:
    Engine stalling could cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will seal the wires for the TPMS free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  10. NHTSA campaign 07V473000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Radiator Assembly

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the engine coolant may be drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector.

    Consequence:
    This can cause an electrical short circuit and result in an engine compartment fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the connector for contamination or damage, install a wiring harness overlay, and replace the fan motor free or charge. The recall began on November 19, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Show 26 more recalls

  1. NHTSA campaign 07V414000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain vehicles, the front door latch cable may become partially unseated from the interior release handle housing possibly causing the latch to stick in the unlatched position or the lock function to become inoperative.

    Consequence:
    Driving a vehicle with an unlatched door can result in an unbelted front seat occupant falling out of the vehicle or being ejected in a crash, causing increased risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will add a secondary retention feature to both front doors. This action will supersede and expand a previous safety recall (please see 07V-104). The recall began on October 29, 2007. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 07V240000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat track position sensors utilized for the air bag system may not function properly.

    Consequence:
    This could increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants during certain crash conditions.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the front seat track position sensors and replace them free of charge. The recallbegan on June 18, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 06V494000

    Reported

    Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System

    Model year 2007

    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.

    Consequence:
    This can decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions and result in a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the HVAC module. The recall began on January 2, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  4. NHTSA campaign 06V493000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model year 2007

    On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

    Consequence:
    This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  5. NHTSA campaign 06V431000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hood

    Model year 2007

    On certain passenger vehicles, the hood latch striker may break and allow the hood to open while driving.

    Consequence:
    If the hood opens while driving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  6. NHTSA campaign 04V579000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm

    Model year 2005

    On certain sedans and convertible model vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the steering knuckle to crack and separate from the upper control arm, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the right steering knuckle. The recall began on December 27, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  7. NHTSA campaign 04V532000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other

    Model year 2005

    On certain sedans, the left and right rear outboard retractor and turning loop bolts on the seat belts may not have been properly tightened.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and tighten the affected fasteners. The recall began on November 15, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  8. NHTSA campaign 04V336000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other

    Model year 2004

    On certain convertible model vehicles, the left hand rear seat belt retractor bolt may not have been properly tightened.

    Consequence:
    This may result in the rear seat occupant being improperly restrained in a crash.
    Remedy:
    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.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  9. NHTSA campaign 04V313000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model year 2004

    On certain 2-door passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be improperly molded.

    Consequence:
    Breakage could result in a leakage of fuel and in the presence of an ignition source, it could result a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel pump. The recall will begin on August 9, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  10. NHTSA campaign 03V443000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2003–2004

    On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel return line hose fitting on the electric fuel pump may be restricted, causing excessive fuel pressure to build up in the fuel injection system. Excessive fuel pressure may result in a leak in the fuel return hose.

    Consequence:
    Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the fuel pump pressure. Those vehicles exhibiting higher than normal fuel pump pressure will receive fuel pump modifications. Owner notification began on December 15, 2003. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  11. NHTSA campaign 02V186000

    Reported

    Vehicle Speed Control

    Model years 1996–1997

    On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5L V6 engines, the throttle control cable can fray causing the throttle to bind or stick.

    Consequence:
    This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the throttle cable assembly. Owner notification began August 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  12. NHTSA campaign 01V011002

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit and Lines

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose manufacturing process allowed the reinforcement yard to breach the inner layer of some automatic transmission hoses weakening the inner wall which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.

    Consequence:
    Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the transaxle oil cooler hoses. Owner notification began April 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  13. NHTSA campaign 01V005002

    Reported

    Seats

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the bolts may not properly secure the seat and could cause increased injury to the driver of the vehicle.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began February 5, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  14. NHTSA campaign 00V421002

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

    Model years 1995–2000

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, MMC has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.

    Consequence:
    This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes MMC's previous safety recall campaign, see 99V-066.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  15. NHTSA campaign 00V366000

    Reported

    Child Seat

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." Some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
    Remedy:
    Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  16. NHTSA campaign 00V320002

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.

    Consequence:
    This hose is considered to be inadequate.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  17. NHTSA campaign 00V306000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Passenger air bags were built with suspect aluminum extrusion sections which may not retain the air bag door during an air bag deployment event.

    Consequence:
    A separated air bag door could injure a vehicle occupant.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  18. NHTSA campaign 00V299002

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model year 2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.

    Consequence:
    Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  19. NHTSA campaign 00V278000

    Reported

    Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields

    Model year 2001

    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.

    Consequence:
    Smoke inhalation could be harmful to vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will remove the insulation pad from behind both rear map lights.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  20. NHTSA campaign 99V066003

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

    Model years 1995–1996

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.

    Consequence:
    This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  21. NHTSA campaign 98V183000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch

    Model years 1996–1998

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. A combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can break the connecting pin in the shifter.

    Consequence:
    If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  22. NHTSA campaign 98V045002

    Reported

    Vehicle Speed Control

    Model year 1998

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The dash panel pad can shift interferring with the throttle cable control.

    Consequence:
    The throttle cable control would not return to idle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will remove a portion of the dash panel pad so it cannot interfere with the throttle cable control.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  23. NHTSA campaign 97V201000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint

    Model years 1995–1997

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.

    Consequence:
    Separation of the ball joint could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. If the cover seal leaks or the boot is damaged, the lower control arm will be replaced.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  24. NHTSA campaign 97V081002

    Reported

    Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint

    Model year 1997

    The headrest guide bracket was improperly welded to the seat back frame on the passenger side seat back assemblies only.

    Consequence:
    The headrest support bracket can break, increasing the risk of personal injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the passenger seat back assembly with a new assembly.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  25. NHTSA campaign 97V015000

    Reported

    Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices

    Model year 1996

    The electrical contacts in the power mirror switch can accumulate road salt due to water entering into the switch.

    Consequence:
    This can result in a high resistance short circuit and possibly cause a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the power mirror switch with a newly designed switch.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  26. NHTSA campaign 96V123000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist

    Model year 1996

    The power brake booster vacuum hose was improperly installed on the intake manifold vacuum nipple.

    Consequence:
    A disconnected vacuum hose causes an increase in engine idle speed and loss of power assist during brake application increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will fully install the intake manifold vacuum hose to the vacuum nipple on the intake manifold.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Chrysler Sebring questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Chrysler Sebring have?

NHTSA lists 36 vehicle recall campaigns for the Chrysler Sebring, covering model years 1995 to 2013. The most recent, 16V668000, was reported on September 15, 2016 and is filed under “Seat belts”. The 2001 model year is covered by the most campaigns (9).

Which Chrysler Sebring model year has the most complaints?

The 1996 model year, with 343 of the 2,833 complaints in NHTSA’s file (12.1%). The next are 2007 (337) and 1998 (267). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Chrysler Sebring complaint?

Electrical System is the component named most often: 478 complaints, or 16.9% of all 2,833. Air Bags (381) and Engine and Engine Cooling (377) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Chrysler Sebring?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Chrysler dealer.

How many Chrysler Sebring complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 2,833 complaints, 299 report a crash, 89 a fire, 177 at least one injury and 7 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.