2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE
3 recalls, 41 complaints - 46 TSBs
10E059000 Dec 27, 2010
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Defect Description
FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HO... Read more
Consequence
IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.
09E056000 Oct 9, 2009
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE S... Read more
Consequence
SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.
07E023000 Mar 29, 2007
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAI... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
Complaint Statistics
41 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
AIR BAGS
Mar 17, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2010
TAKATA RECALL; AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASH COMES ON & OFF INTERMITTENTLY FROM STARTUP TO SHUTDOWN, ANYWHERE - WTF?
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 1, 2017
Incident date: Oct 13, 2017
PAST FEW WEEKS BEEN NOTICING ISSUES WITH THE CAR. 1. SUN VISORS HIT ME IN THE FACE 2. CAR STALLS TO START 3. LIGHTS HARDLY WORK EVEN WHEN YOU TRY TO PUT ON HIGH BEAMS 3. FLUID DOESN'T STAY IN THE CAR 4. CAR CUTS OFF IN MID DRIVING 5. CAR ALSO CAN CUT OFF WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES . CAR BACK TIRE SMOKES... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 1, 2017
Incident date: Oct 13, 2017
PAST FEW WEEKS BEEN NOTICING ISSUES WITH THE CAR. 1. SUN VISORS HIT ME IN THE FACE 2. CAR STALLS TO START 3. LIGHTS HARDLY WORK EVEN WHEN YOU TRY TO PUT ON HIGH BEAMS 3. FLUID DOESN'T STAY IN THE CAR 4. CAR CUTS OFF IN MID DRIVING 5. CAR ALSO CAN CUT OFF WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES . CAR BACK TIRE SMOKES... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 1, 2017
Incident date: Oct 13, 2017
PAST FEW WEEKS BEEN NOTICING ISSUES WITH THE CAR. 1. SUN VISORS HIT ME IN THE FACE 2. CAR STALLS TO START 3. LIGHTS HARDLY WORK EVEN WHEN YOU TRY TO PUT ON HIGH BEAMS 3. FLUID DOESN'T STAY IN THE CAR 4. CAR CUTS OFF IN MID DRIVING 5. CAR ALSO CAN CUT OFF WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES . CAR BACK TIRE SMOKES... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 22, 2011
Incident date: May 12, 2011
I HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE WITH A 2.7L ENGINE. I RECENTLY STARTED NOTICING PROBLEMS AROUND 88,000 MILES.. I NOW HAVE 92,000 MILES AND SEE ENGINE COOLANT IS BLACK.. ONLINE IT APPEARS A COMMON PROBLEM IS OIL MIXING WITH COOLANT.. APPARENTLY I HAVE THIS PROBLEM. I ALSO HAVE THE 2... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Apr 1, 2010
Incident date: Mar 25, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNING TO THE LEFT AT APPROXIMATELY 8 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000. THE CURRENT MILE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 28, 2010
Incident date: Feb 12, 2010
2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING 61,000 MILES DEFECTIVE NOW BROKEN CLOCK SPRING THAT OPERATES AIR BAG AND HORN, NOW STEERING WHEEL BINDS, VEHICLE UNSAFE TO OPERATE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY OTHERS, MOSTLY BREAKS WHEN ITS COLD OUT. HOW COME CHRYSLER ISSUED A RECALL ON THE CARAVANS FOR SAME REASON BUT NOT ON SE... Read more
WHEELS
Feb 21, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
I HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE THAT HAS CHROME/ALUMINUM WHEELS. I NOTICED THAT I WAS LOSING SUBSTANTIAL PRESSURE IN MY TIRES ON A REGULAR BASIS. THINKING THIS WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE TIRES, AND THE CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY, I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE CHRYSLER SERVICE CENTER IN WYCKOFF NJ WH... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 9, 2009
Incident date: Feb 7, 2009
I PURCHASED A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING IN EARLY '07' I STILL OWE ABOUT 5,000 ON THE CAR. FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS MY OIL LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON WHEN I COME TO A STOP. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY SAID THE OIL SENDER SWITCH WAS BAD AND LEAKING OIL. THEY CHARGED ME 173.00 TO REPLACE IT AND WHEN I ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 9, 2008
Incident date: Oct 6, 2008
HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING WITH A 2.7 LITER ENGINE. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO A CHRYSLER REPAIR SHOP WHEN IT WOULDN'T START, THEY SAID IT NEEDED A NEW BATTERY (THE BATTERY IN IT WAS A FEW MONTHS OLD) AND A NEW STARTER. I BORROWED THE MONEY TO PAY FOR THEM TO FIX IT. THEN AFTER DRIVING THE CAR ABOU... Read more
STRUCTURE
Sep 29, 2008
Incident date: Jul 31, 2006
2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING HAS ISSUES WITH THE AIR BAGS AND A RUST PROBLEM WITH THE HOOD LATCH. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED TO BEEP SPORADICALLY AND THEN WOULD STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THE SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS REPLACED, BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. *JB
AIR BAGS
Sep 29, 2008
Incident date: Jul 31, 2006
2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING HAS ISSUES WITH THE AIR BAGS AND A RUST PROBLEM WITH THE HOOD LATCH. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG LIGHT STARTED TO BEEP SPORADICALLY AND THEN WOULD STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THE SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS REPLACED, BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 21, 2008
Incident date: Feb 7, 2008
CHRYSLER 2.7L ENGINE FAILURE. REFUSAL OF CHRYSLER TO HONOR 7/70,000 DRIVETRAIN WARRANTY OR PURCHASED EXTENDED WARRANTY. ENGINE SEIZED WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND TOWED. CHRYSLER IS FOLLOWING THE PATTERN STATED BY OTHER CUSTOMERS. NOT HONORING WARRANTY, THEN COMING BA... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Feb 7, 2008
Incident date: Feb 6, 2008
LACK OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEAT DURING VEHICLE IDLE. *TR
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Dec 31, 2007
Incident date: Oct 1, 2007
THE CONNECTION FOR THE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HAS BROKEN 4 TIMES, FIXED 3 TIMES, AND HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM, BUT THEY CAN DO NOTHING BUT FIX IT AT OUR COST EACH TIME. IT HAS BEEN RECONNECTED ONCE, AND TWICE AT A COST OF JUST UNDER $100 EACH TIME. *TR
AIR BAGS
May 17, 2007
Incident date: Mar 6, 2007
THE CLOCKSPRING THAT CONTROLS THE AIRBAG INSIDE THE STEERING COLUMN OF THE 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING BROKE IN COLD WEATHER, RENDERING THE AIRBAG INOPERABLE. IDENTICAL PROBLEMS IN EARLIER CHRYSLER MODELS PROMPTED RECALLS OF THIS PART, BUT CHRYSLER HAS NOT REACTED TO THE SAME POTENTIAL DEADLY PROBLEM F... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Nov 21, 2006
Incident date: Nov 21, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WAS RETURNED TO AN UPRIGHT POSITION, THE REAR DEFROSTER WIRE WAS PULLED OUT OF PLACE. THIS RESULTED IN THE REAR DEFROSTER BEING INOPERABLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR RECONNECTION. THIS OCCURRED EVERY FALL.
SUSPENSION:REAR
Sep 26, 2006
Incident date: Sep 6, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH ON A STREET, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A SMALL POTHOLE, AND A BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE RIGHT REAR OF THE VEHICLE. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THE REAR SUSPENSION MOUNTING BRACKET WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE ... Read more
WHEELS
Sep 1, 2006
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHROME WHEELS BECAME CORRODED DUE TO THE WEATHER AND DAMAGED THE TIRES. THE SERVICE DEALER DETERMINED THE PROBLEM WAS WEATHER RELATED AND COULD ONLY BE ADDRESSED BY CONTINUOUSLY ADDING AIR TO THE TIRES. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THAT AIR NEEDS TO BE ADDED TO THE TIRES ON A ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
SEATS
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 4, 2006
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
PROBLEMS STARTED EVEN BEFORE THE FIRST PAYMENT WAS DUE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE AND STILL JOLTS WHEN DRIVING AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR. ON THE THIRD OCCASION I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE SEBRING'S DRIVE THAT WAY AND IT WAS NOT FIXED. OVER TIME THE FUEL PUMP HA... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 22, 2006
Incident date: Jun 22, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP 10 TIMES BECAUSE THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE AIR BAG MODULE, THE SEAT BELT, AND THE SEAT TRACK AND AFTER EACH REPAIR THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN WITHIN TWO DAYS. ONCE THE CONTACT HE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
May 11, 2006
Incident date: May 10, 2006
FUEL PUMP FAILURE. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Feb 21, 2006
Incident date: Feb 21, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE WAS MAKING A CLICKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THERE WAS SLUDGE IN THE OIL BECAUSE OF IRREGULAR MAINTENANCE. THEREFORE, THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WHILE THERE IS NOT CURRENTLY A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 21, 2006
Incident date: Feb 21, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE WAS MAKING A CLICKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THERE WAS SLUDGE IN THE OIL BECAUSE OF IRREGULAR MAINTENANCE. THEREFORE, THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WHILE THERE IS NOT CURRENTLY A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 22, 2005
Incident date: Jul 22, 2005
THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS COME ON WHILE DRIVING MANY TIMES OVER THE PAST TWO YEARS. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. EACH TIME THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WASN'T A CODE STORED AND THAT THEY COULD NOT GET THE AIRBAG LIGHT TO COME ON. FINALLY, IN LATE JUNE OF THIS YEAR THE LIGHT CAME O... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Feb 16, 2005
Incident date: Feb 3, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S ROOF LEAKED, THE WINDOWS SHOOK, AND THE STEERING WHEEL RUBBED. THEN, THE WHEEL BEARINGS WENT OUT, THE DRIVER'S DOOR WAS LOOSE, AND GAS GAUGE BROKE. ALSO, THE SUSPENSION WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK THE STEERING RACK WAS REPLACED, BOTH DOOR PANELS WERE REPLACED, THE REAR WINDOWS WOULD SHAK... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Dec 17, 2003
Incident date: Dec 17, 2003
DRIVER'S SEAT BELT ANCHOR BROKE OFF IN DRIVER'S HAND WHILE BUCKLING SEAT BELT. THE ANCHOR CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE CAR. THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A SAFETY HAZARD, SINCE THE SEAT BELT IS NOW UNUSABLE, AND WHAT'S MORE, HAD BEEN OFFERING NO PROTECTION FOR SOME TIME, WHILE APPEARING TO BE INTACT. MILEAGE ON CAR ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Aug 6, 2003
THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEEL BEARING AND BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS FALLING OUT. (IT WAS A NEW VEHICLE) THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY MAIL AND THE CONSUMER HAD NO RESPONSE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THERE WAS NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THIS HAPPENED TO THE VEHICLE. *AK THERE WAS A H... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 6, 2003
THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEEL BEARING AND BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS FALLING OUT. (IT WAS A NEW VEHICLE) THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY MAIL AND THE CONSUMER HAD NO RESPONSE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THERE WAS NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THIS HAPPENED TO THE VEHICLE. *AK THERE WAS A H... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Aug 6, 2003
THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEEL BEARING AND BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS FALLING OUT. (IT WAS A NEW VEHICLE) THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BY MAIL AND THE CONSUMER HAD NO RESPONSE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THERE WAS NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THIS HAPPENED TO THE VEHICLE. *AK THERE WAS A H... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Gasoline or E85 | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE
46 manufacturer communications from 36 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | 1 |
| 021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
9003623
Nov 16, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead. 05066964A$ = WBRW0011A$ 05066973A$ = WB000019A$ or WBF00019A$ 05096134A$ = WB000027A$ or WBF00028A$ 55154762A$ = WB000013A$ 68001330A$ = WB000019
23027
Aug 23, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. P
23137
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for id
23104
Aug 22, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
23104
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
20244
Aug 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock a
Volume 2, Issue
Aug 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
22958
Aug 17, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifyin
22867
Aug 17, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. S
22892
Aug 17, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 553720
20616
Aug 12, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement par
Volume 2, Issue
Jun 2, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
21-001-13
Jan 31, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL Illumination - DTC P1776 Solenoid Switch Valve Latched in LR Position
0801505
Mar 2, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
2100503
May 11, 2004
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT *MJ
1900702
Apr 6, 2004
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
LOWER STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *TT
2301403
Jun 6, 2003
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
WHEN CYCLING DOOR GLASS UP AND DOWN, A CLICKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD WHEN THE WINDOW TRAVEL CHANGES DIRECTION ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 SEBRING SEDAN AND SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. *TT
0801003
Apr 25, 2003
150000 SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELT CINCH BAR SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 MODELS. *TT
03008
Apr 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CRANKSHAFT OIL PASSAGE MIS-MACHINED. *TT
022603
Feb 26, 2003
140000 AIR BAGS
DO NOT REPLACE THE AIR BAG COVER IF THE OWNER COMPLAINT IS THAT THE VEHICLE HORN ACTUATES BY ITSELF. REFER TO TSB 08-024-02 TO REPROGRAM THE BCM. *TT
1803302
Oct 28, 2002
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE WITH ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0016, P0335, P0339, P0340, P0462, P0498, P0499, P0622, P1604, P1681, P1686. *TT
02020
Oct 23, 2002
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
INCORRECT FASTENERS AT THE REAR ATTACHMENT FOR THE FRONT STABILIZER BAR BUSHING CLAMP. *TT
02020
Oct 23, 2002
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP. *TT
1400402
Oct 7, 2002
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
ERRATIC FUEL GAUGE READING ABOVE 1/4. *TT
0801202
Aug 26, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING RATTLE / SQUEAK FROM THE CENTER OFTHE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
2200102
Mar 11, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE across all model years (1996, 2005).
27
Total Recalls
987
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
84
Reported Crashes
27
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.