2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING
5 recalls, 53 complaints - 80 TSBs
15V338000 Jun 2, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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, 200... Read more
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 recal... Read more
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.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
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.
03V443000 Nov 4, 2003
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
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.
Complaint Statistics
53 total complaints
5 crashes 6 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| WHEELS | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| SUSPENSION | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
POWER TRAIN
Jul 11, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
While driving approximately 25 mph I crossed over railroad tracks in the road. There is only a very small bump going over these. The front drivers side wheel came off. The lower ball joint pulled out and pulled the front axle out. The vehicle only has 91,000 miles on it. There was no warning that t... Read more
WHEELS
Jul 11, 2021
Incident date: Jul 10, 2021
While driving approximately 25 mph I crossed over railroad tracks in the road. There is only a very small bump going over these. The front drivers side wheel came off. The lower ball joint pulled out and pulled the front axle out. The vehicle only has 91,000 miles on it. There was no warning that t... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 1, 2017
Incident date: Dec 28, 2016
I WON A CAR FROM MY LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALER. THE CAR HAD A 2.7L V6 ENGINE IN IT THAT NADA AND KBB DO NOT LIST SUCH AN ENGINE IN THIS TYPE OF CAR THAT I WON, SO I CAN ONLY ASSUME IT WAS A DEALER SWAP PRIOR TO THE RAFFLE DRAWING, BUT THEY DENY THE SWAP WHEN I CALLED THEM ABOUT THIS INCIDENT. WHEN I WON ... Read more
WHEELS
Jul 18, 2016
Incident date: Jul 17, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH, HE TRIED TO TURN LEFT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE TURNED OUTWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND BONJOY WAS FRACTURED IT CAUS... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 18, 2016
Incident date: Jul 17, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH, HE TRIED TO TURN LEFT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE TURNED OUTWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND BONJOY WAS FRACTURED IT CAUS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 15, 2015
Incident date: Jun 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V338000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 10, 2015
Incident date: Nov 6, 2015
I WAS IN A WRECK ON 11/06/2015, A WOMEN FAILED TO YIELD AND I T-BONED HER PASSENGER SIDE BY BACK DOOR/BACK TIRE, I WAS GOING 30 MILES AN HOUR THE SPEED LIMIT ON THE CITY ROAD, I HAD MY SAFETY RESTRAINT ON AND STILL MANAGED TO HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND WINDOW, I HAD A LOOSE CAR SEAT IN FRONT THAT HI... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SUSPENSION
Jun 3, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
START CAR, WHEN IN IDLE IT SHUTS OFF WITH IN A FEW SECONDS OF HITTING GAS NOW. IT USE TO IDLE AND I WOULD HAVE TO REV A LITTLE SO IT WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THAT WORKED FOR A LITTLE BIT TODAY TO BROKE DOWN. LUCKILY IN MY DRIVE WAY THIS TIME INSTEAD OF THE MIDDLE OF ROAD LIKE LAST WEEK. WHY IS MY CAR DOI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 3, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
START CAR, WHEN IN IDLE IT SHUTS OFF WITH IN A FEW SECONDS OF HITTING GAS NOW. IT USE TO IDLE AND I WOULD HAVE TO REV A LITTLE SO IT WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THAT WORKED FOR A LITTLE BIT TODAY TO BROKE DOWN. LUCKILY IN MY DRIVE WAY THIS TIME INSTEAD OF THE MIDDLE OF ROAD LIKE LAST WEEK. WHY IS MY CAR DOI... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 3, 2015
Incident date: Jun 3, 2015
START CAR, WHEN IN IDLE IT SHUTS OFF WITH IN A FEW SECONDS OF HITTING GAS NOW. IT USE TO IDLE AND I WOULD HAVE TO REV A LITTLE SO IT WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THAT WORKED FOR A LITTLE BIT TODAY TO BROKE DOWN. LUCKILY IN MY DRIVE WAY THIS TIME INSTEAD OF THE MIDDLE OF ROAD LIKE LAST WEEK. WHY IS MY CAR DOI... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 5, 2015
Incident date: Jun 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO RISE WITHOUT CAUSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
ENGINE
Jun 13, 2014
Incident date: May 15, 2014
ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO OIL SLUDGE. THIS IS, APPARENTLY, A COMMON PROBLEM AFFECTING THE 2.7L V6 ENGINE. *JS
AIR BAGS
Sep 19, 2013
Incident date: Sep 5, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE HORN FAILED TO FUNCTION AND THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 21, 2013
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
DASH SEPARATING FRO VENT POSSIBLY BY THE SUN. ALSO THE FRONT BUMPER SCRAP MOST DRIVEWAYS. *TR
WHEELS
Feb 13, 2013
Incident date: May 15, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE FAILED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT HE PUT AIR IN THE TIRE AND IT DEFLATED A COUPLE OF HOURS AFTER. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED WITH THE SAME TYPE OF TIRE BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO T... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 13, 2012
Incident date: Jan 30, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED DOWN TOWARD THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED DUE TO DEFECTIVE MATERIAL. THE VEHICL... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 24, 2009
Incident date: Jun 23, 2009
I PARKED MY CAR JUNE 23 2009 AROUND 5:15 PM SEAT BELT WAS WORKING FINE. CAME BACK OUT OF THE HOUSE 20 TO 30 MINUTES LATER, SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE FOR ME TO BUCKLE UP. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 23, 2009
Incident date: Mar 23, 2008
WORKED WITH THE REPAIR SHOP - EVANS AUTO CAR IN BLUE ASH, OH - TO UNDERSTAND WHY 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING SUDDENLY EXPERIENCES DROP IN SPEED FROM 70 TO 25 MPH. REPAIR SHOP NOTED CAR COMPUTER LIKELY FAULTY AND PARTS UNAVAILABLE FROM DEALERSHIP. ACCORDING TO MESSAGE BOARDS AND OTHER CHRYSLER SHOPS, DEALE... Read more
STEERING
Mar 14, 2009
Incident date: Mar 14, 2009
PROBLEM: SMELLING GAS FUMES WHILE STARTING THE CAR. ENGINE FAILURE TO START. FAILURE IS DAILY. MY WIFE AND HAVE TAKEN THE CAR NUMEROUS TIMES TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, EXCEPT NEEDING A NEW GAS CAP. SINCE THEN, OUR LOCAL DEALER HAS GONE OUT OF BUSIN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 14, 2009
Incident date: Mar 14, 2009
PROBLEM: SMELLING GAS FUMES WHILE STARTING THE CAR. ENGINE FAILURE TO START. FAILURE IS DAILY. MY WIFE AND HAVE TAKEN THE CAR NUMEROUS TIMES TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR, EXCEPT NEEDING A NEW GAS CAP. SINCE THEN, OUR LOCAL DEALER HAS GONE OUT OF BUSIN... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 18, 2008
Incident date: Aug 17, 2008
MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING OUR 2003 SEBRING LXI AND HAD JUST LEFT OUR HOUSE ON A SUN. MORNING HEADING BACK TO COLLEGE. WE LIVE IN A RURAL AREA AND ONLY THE CENTER ROAD BED IS TAR AND THE SHOULDER IS GRAVEL. SHE WENT SLIGHTLY INTO SHOULDER AND SAID SOMETHING UNUSUAL HAPPENED AS SHE COULD NOT STEER A... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 18, 2008
Incident date: Aug 17, 2008
MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING OUR 2003 SEBRING LXI AND HAD JUST LEFT OUR HOUSE ON A SUN. MORNING HEADING BACK TO COLLEGE. WE LIVE IN A RURAL AREA AND ONLY THE CENTER ROAD BED IS TAR AND THE SHOULDER IS GRAVEL. SHE WENT SLIGHTLY INTO SHOULDER AND SAID SOMETHING UNUSUAL HAPPENED AS SHE COULD NOT STEER A... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2008
Incident date: Oct 8, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH AND PROCEEDING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE ENGINE STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE WAS OV... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 21, 2008
Incident date: Apr 25, 2004
I OWN A 2003 SEBRING LX MODEL, WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR OF OWNING IT, I WAS TURNING UP INTO A DRIVEWAY AND I HEARD A LOUD POP, THE CLOCK SPRING WENT IN THE STEERING WHEEL CAUSING THE HAZARD LIGHTS, SIGNAL LIGHTS AND CRUISE CONTROL TO BE INOPERATIVE. THE DEALERSHIP THAT I PURCHASED IT FROM REPLACED IT ... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jul 30, 2008
Incident date: Jul 1, 2008
2003 SEBRING REAR MOUNT ASSEMBLY FOR STRUT CRUMBLED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING BANGING NOISE IN REAR PASSENGERS SIDE. WAS TOLD BY MY DEALER THAT THOUSANDS OF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE ON BACKORDER. WAS TOLD THAT PART MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR SEVERAL WEEKS DUE TO MAKING THEM OUT OF STEEL AS THE ORIGINAL ALUMI... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jul 2, 2008
Incident date: Jun 26, 2008
BOTH REAR (SUSPENSION) STRUT BRACKETS ON WIFE"S 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING BROKE,CAUSING THE COIL SPRING TO RUB INSIDE OF BACK TIRE.. CANNOT REPLACE BECAUSE OF THAT PART BACKORDER IN THE THOUSANDS....WHY? *TR
SUSPENSION:REAR
May 22, 2008
Incident date: May 15, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING FROM MAINE TO SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS AT 30 MPH, THE REAR STRUT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FAILED. THE VEHICLE DROPPED TO THE GROUND AND THE CONTACT HEARD A TERRIBLE NOISE. THE SALES DEALER INFORMED HER THAT THE STRUT SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN V... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 5, 2007
Incident date: Jun 1, 2007
WHEN IT IS RAINING OUT THE BRAKES ARE VERY INEFFECTIVE WHEN FIRST APPLIED. I JUST PUT IN A DATE IN THE INCIDENT DATE FIELD. IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME IT IS RAINING OR THE ROAD IS WET. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 20, 2007
Incident date: Nov 16, 2007
ENGINE FAILURE CAR JUST STOPPED AT 41,000 (EST) WITH NO WARNING. *TR
AIR BAGS
Feb 6, 2007
Incident date: Jan 31, 2007
AIRBAG LIGHT ON, HORN AND CRUISE CONTROL DO NOT WORK.... CAUSE BROKEN CLOCKSPRING. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 30, 2005
Incident date: Aug 22, 2005
I AM A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING OWNER WITH A 2.7L ENGINE, RIGHT AFTER I BOUGHT IT OF THE LOT PRE-OWNED IT HAD TO BE BOUGHT BACK TO GET CHECKED OUT BECAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON A FEW TIMES AND THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY IT JUST SEIZED ON ME, TURNS OUT THAT A ROD BARRING ... Read more
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
I HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX, I BOUGHT IT USED WITH 21,000 MILES IN MARCH OF 2004, NEARLY NEW RIGHT? SINCE THEN, I HAVE GONE THROUGH 2 SETS OF ROTORS AND PADS FOR THE FRONT, 1 SET OF TIRES, PASSENGER SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT, TOTALING OVER $700.00 FOR REPAIRS, THAT I PAID OUT OF MY POCKET. THE FAN... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
I HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX, I BOUGHT IT USED WITH 21,000 MILES IN MARCH OF 2004, NEARLY NEW RIGHT? SINCE THEN, I HAVE GONE THROUGH 2 SETS OF ROTORS AND PADS FOR THE FRONT, 1 SET OF TIRES, PASSENGER SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT, TOTALING OVER $700.00 FOR REPAIRS, THAT I PAID OUT OF MY POCKET. THE FAN... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 11, 2005
Incident date: Aug 11, 2005
I HAVE A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX, I BOUGHT IT USED WITH 21,000 MILES IN MARCH OF 2004, NEARLY NEW RIGHT? SINCE THEN, I HAVE GONE THROUGH 2 SETS OF ROTORS AND PADS FOR THE FRONT, 1 SET OF TIRES, PASSENGER SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT, TOTALING OVER $700.00 FOR REPAIRS, THAT I PAID OUT OF MY POCKET. THE FAN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 10, 2005
Incident date: Aug 4, 2005
I OWN A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING WITH 4 CYLINDER ENGINE,AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND CRUISE CONTROL. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE USED IN MARCH OF 2005 WITH ABOUT 29,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. IT CURRENTLY HAS 39,000 MILES. ON A TRIP THROUGH MARYLAND AND WEST VIRGINIA ON AUGUST 4TH,2005, I EXPERIENCED A TERR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Aug 9, 2005
Incident date: Aug 8, 2005
DT: 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CAR IS A 4 CYCLE AUTOMATIC WITH AIR CONDITIONER AND CRUSE CONTROL. WHILE DRIVING UP A 6% GRADE, AND WHEN GOING DOWN THE HILL TRANSMISSION DOWN SHIFTED AND THE CAR ACCELERATED 15-20 MILES FASTER THAN WHAT THE CRUISE WAS SET AT. CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, AND TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 19, 2005
Incident date: Jun 15, 2005
2003 CHRYSER SEBRING LXI ,4 DOOR, V6 MOTOR CRUISE CONTROLS SHUT DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. CAUSING A SUDDEN DECELERATION IN HIGHWAY SPEED AND NEARLY REAREND COLLISIONS.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
May 16, 2005
Incident date: Apr 21, 2005
DT CONSUMER STATES WHEN THE BRAKE WAS PRESSED, THE CAR ACCELERATED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH. *TT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE CONCERN. *TT *NM
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Mar 30, 2005
Incident date: Jan 4, 2005
WHILE DRIVING OVER A SPEED BUMP IN COLD WEATHER CONSUMER HEARD A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM PREMATURELY WORE OUT. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 12, 2005
Incident date: Jan 2, 2005
I OWN A 2003 CHYRSLER THAT HAS BEEN BROUGHT IN TWO TIMES TO ADDRESS A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR NOT DRIVING SMOOTHLY. IT BEGUN BY ACTING AS THOUGH IT WAS STALLING ONLY IN REVERSE. IT THEN BECAME EVEN WHEN MOVING FORWARD AT LOW SPEEDS TO NOW WHEN ON THE FREEWAY AT 60MPH IT DOES THIS. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jan 24, 2005
Incident date: Jan 24, 2005
THE SHIFT INTERLOCK ON THE VEHICLE WAS STUCK. THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jul 26, 2004
Incident date: Jul 26, 2004
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE TOOK LONGER TO STOP AND MADE NOISE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC REPLACED FRONT ROTORS WHICH WORE PREMATURELY AT 12,649 MILES. REPLACEMENT WAS AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Oct 6, 2003
Incident date: Jul 3, 2003
WHILE DRIVING HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY START TO FLICKER, THEN SLOWLY FADE OUT. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, HEADLIGHTS WILL COME BACK ON AS IF NOTHING EVER HAPPENED. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED ON MANY OCCASIONS IN THE LAST FEW MONTHS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Oct 1, 2003
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER WHICH CAUSED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS NOT TO FUNCTION. ALSO, DRIVER NOTICED THAT WHEN TAPPING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BRAKES LOCKED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A SUDDEN STOP. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 1, 2003
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER WHICH CAUSED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS NOT TO FUNCTION. ALSO, DRIVER NOTICED THAT WHEN TAPPING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BRAKES LOCKED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A SUDDEN STOP. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 1, 2003
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER WHICH CAUSED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS NOT TO FUNCTION. ALSO, DRIVER NOTICED THAT WHEN TAPPING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BRAKES LOCKED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A SUDDEN STOP. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 1, 2003
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER WHICH CAUSED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS NOT TO FUNCTION. ALSO, DRIVER NOTICED THAT WHEN TAPPING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BRAKES LOCKED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A SUDDEN STOP. DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE OR DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Sep 29, 2003
CREATURES ARE ABLE TO GET INTO THE HEATER BLOWER FAN AND TO CONTAMINATE IT. WHEN THIS OCCURS HEATER BLOWER BECOMES INOPERATIVE. DEALERSHIP OR MANUFACTURER IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SOLUTION FOR THE PROBLEM.*AK *TS
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 29, 2003
Incident date: May 6, 2003
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN IT RAINS THERE WOULD BE STANDING WATER IN VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
AIR BAGS
Jun 2, 2003
Incident date: Jun 2, 2003
WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG EXPLODED AND CHEMICAL CONTENT CAME OUT ONTO DRIVER'S FACE. *AK
Crash
1 injured
Showing 50 of 53 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 30.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S4) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
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
80 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 8 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 5 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 5 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 3 |
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
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
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
31-005-19
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
Volume 2, Issue
Aug 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
0803006
Aug 25, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
2100305
Nov 19, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSFER GEAR WHINE SOUND BETWEEN 68 MPH AND 84 MPH EITHER ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING. *EH
1900805
Nov 2, 2005
010000 STEERING
REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC
2401305
Aug 4, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
1802802
Aug 4, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIL ILLUMINATION - MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304. *TT
1801405
Mar 25, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306-COLD START MISFIRE. *SC
2302005
Mar 23, 2005
160000 STRUCTURE
CONVERTIBLE TOP WEAR. *SC
0801505
Mar 2, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
2400105
Feb 1, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
BLOWER MOTOR DOES NOT RUN ON EVERY SPEED. *TT
0800303A
Oct 27, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SENTRY KEY - KEY IMMOBILIZER SECURITY SYSTEM. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 08-003-03 REV A. *TT
2100804
Oct 16, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION -DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1776 SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE LATCHED IN LR POSITION. *MJ THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 21-008-04 DATED JUNE 1, 2004. *TT
2301203
Sep 24, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
POP/CLUNK SOUND FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-012-03 DATED 05/23/2004. *TT
2303204
Sep 2, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
POWER SEAT WILL NOT ADJUST. *TT
1900304
Aug 27, 2004
010000 STEERING
STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *TT
0802804
Aug 3, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ACCESSORIES (IG1 CIRCUIT) ON INITIAL VEHICLE START. *TT
2400204
Jul 30, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT
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
0901104
Apr 27, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INCORRECT OIL FILTER USAGE. ALSO INCLUDES 2005 SEBRING AND STRATUS. *TT
1900702
Apr 6, 2004
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
LOWER STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *TT
1900402
Apr 6, 2004
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *MJ
2300604
Mar 2, 2004
220000 SEATS
FRONT SEAT BACK MOVEMENT. *TT
0900704
Mar 2, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT
0803403
Mar 2, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW SPARK PLUG FOR 2.4L ENGINE. *MJ
2100503A
Aug 1, 2003
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
2100603A
Aug 1, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT
2100603
Jun 20, 2003
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *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
2400103
Mar 28, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
WINDOWS MAY BEGIN TO FOG WHEN THE HVAC IS IN FLOOR MODE. *TT
1801003
Mar 14, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0137 AND/OR P0339. *TT
1801103
Mar 14, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE'S (DTC) P0116/P0137/P0339. *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
06
Feb 1, 2003
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
ENGINE VACUUM HOSE ROUTING LABEL REPLACEMENT. *TT
2300303
Jan 24, 2003
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
DRIVER'S WINDOW AUTO-DOWN FUNCTION IS INTERMITTENT. INCLUDING MY2004. *TT
02025
Dec 16, 2002
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION / TRANSMISSION LIMP-IN CONDITION. *TT
0802402
Dec 13, 2002
110100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
HORN SELF ACTIVATION CONDITION. *TT
0500602
Dec 13, 2002
034400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
REAR DRUM BRAKE CLUNK SOUND. *TT
0801702A
Nov 22, 2002
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ACCESSORY SOCKET REPLACEMENT FOR SMOKERS PACKAGE. *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
2100302
Jul 29, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT ATF+4 USAGE. *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
NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHRYSLER SEBRING
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ00015
Opened: Aug 2, 2000 , Closed: Apr 20, 2001
LOWER CONTRTOL ARM BALL JOINT
There is no summary currently available
PE00007
Opened: Feb 2, 2000 , Closed: Jul 18, 2000
DOOR PANEL/GARNISH SEPARATION
ALLEGED THAT THE PLASTIC GARNISH PANELS MOUNTED ON DOORS DETACH FROM THEIR MOUNTINGS, SOMETIMES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION
PE99008
Opened: Feb 1, 1999 , Closed: Apr 13, 1999
BALL JOINT
allege failure of front ball joints may cause the driver to loose control of the vehicle as the front suspension collapses on one side.this loss of control increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
EA98014
Opened: May 29, 1998 , Closed: Sep 14, 1998
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK
ALLEGED FAILURE OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM THAT EITHER ALLOWS THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION AND THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR TO BE SHIFTED WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS REMOVED OR PREVENTS THEIGNITION KEY FROM BE... Read more
PE98001
Opened: Jan 7, 1998 , Closed: May 29, 1998
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK
ALLEGED FAILURE OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM EITHER ALLOWS THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION OR PREVENTS THE IGNITION KEY FROM BEING REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS IN THE PARK, OR ANY OTHER, POSITION... Read more
EA97025
Opened: Nov 24, 1997 , Closed: Nov 17, 1998
CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER DISENGAGEMENT
ALLEGED THAT THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING.
PE97029
Opened: Jun 17, 1997 , Closed: Nov 24, 1997
CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER DISENGAGEMENT
ODI HAS RECEIVED THREE REPORTS ALLEGING DISENGAGEMENT OF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER FROM THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING.
CHRYSLER SEBRING - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER SEBRING across all model years (1995, 2013).
109
Total Recalls
4,101
Total Complaints
7
Investigations
411
Reported Crashes
119
Reported Fires
12
Reported Deaths
CHRYSLER SEBRING - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 140 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 64 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 388 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 534 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 181 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 107 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 304 | View |
| 2003 (current) | 5 | 53 | |
| 2002 | 5 | 261 | View |
| 2001 | 12 | 322 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 141 | View |
| 1999 | 9 | 231 | View |
| 1998 | 10 | 357 | View |
| 1997 | 11 | 295 | View |
| 1996 | 12 | 481 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 229 | View |