The most-reported Sebring run is 4C3AU52N9WE (1998 builds) with 15 complaints, 5.6× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 19% of reports; 2007 is the worst model year at 4.3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 45 recall campaigns for Sebring model years 1995–2010.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Chrysler Sebring has 983 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 3% of every Sebring complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4C3AU52N9WE•••••• | 1998 | 2 | — | |
| 1C3LC46K57N•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 4C3AU52N4WE•••••• | 1998 | 1 | — | |
| 4C3AU52N6WE•••••• | 1998 | 4 | — | |
| 1C3LC46K47N•••••• | 2007 | — | 2 | |
| 1C3LC46K77N•••••• | 2007 | — | 2 | |
| 1C3LC56K27N•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 1C3LC46K87N•••••• | 2007 | 2 | 1 | |
| 3C3EL55H1TT•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1C3LC46K98N•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — | |
| 1C3LC55R28N•••••• | 2008 | 1 | — | |
| 4C3AU52N8TE•••••• | 1996 | 3 | — |
Each of the other 971 Sebring runs has 11 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 22 Sebring VINs so far, most often 2008, 2004, 2010 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Chrysler Sebring the gap between build years is 3.6×: a 2007 car draws 4.3 complaints per run, a 2003 one 1.2.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 87 | 47 | 8 | |
| 2009 | 35 | 26 | 3 | |
| 2008 | 307 | 89 | 21 | |
| 2007 | 286 | 67 | 12 | |
| 2006 | 102 | 46 | 10 | |
| 2005 | 71 | 52 | 10 | |
| 2004 | 246 | 96 | 26 | |
| 2003 | 59 | 51 | 3 | |
| 2002 | 178 | 79 | 15 | |
| 2001 | 206 | 92 | 15 | |
| 2000 | 62 | 36 | 9 | |
| 1999 | 128 | 49 | 20 | |
| 1998 | 198 | 60 | 25 | |
| 1997 | 218 | 74 | 30 | |
| 1996 | 323 | 106 | 36 | |
| 1995 | 100 | 42 | 14 |
Heaviest year here is 2007 at 4.3 complaints per run; lightest is 2003 at 1.2.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 19% of everything Chrysler Sebring owners report: Electrical System, 459 of 2,606 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | 28 | |
| Air Bags | 129 | 8 | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 | 19 | |
| Suspension | 31 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 20 | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 5 | |
| Structure | 10 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 29 | 4 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 45 recall campaigns on the Chrysler Sebring; the 6 below cover build years 1995 to 2006. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 09E012000 | Exterior Lighting | 1996–2005 |
| 09E056000 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint | 2001–2006 |
| 07E023000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder | 2001–2006 |
| 07E055000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 1995–2000 |
| 06E088000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump | 1995–2000 |
| 00V421002 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint | 1995–2000 |
The Sebring against its rivals
The Sebring draws 2.7 complaints per production run; the Mitsubishi Galant 2.5 and the Jaguar X-Type 2.1. That is the highest rate of the 3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Sebring | 2,606 | 983 | 9.9% | |
| Mitsubishi Galant | 1,357 | 544 | 13.9% | |
| Jaguar X-Type | 255 | 119 | 14.5% |
How serious were they
Of the 2,606 reports on the Chrysler Sebring, 9.9% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Chrysler Sebring | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 2,606 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 257 (9.9%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 88 (3.4%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 221 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 10 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 71% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Chrysler Sebring share of that is 2,606 complaints over 983 runs, 0.23% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Chrysler Sebring VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 2,606 NHTSA complaints from 983 Sebring runs and 45 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Sebring production run has the most complaints?
4C3AU52N9WE, a 1998 build, with 15 complaints, 2 of them after a crash. The typical Sebring run has 2.7.
Which Sebring years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2007 is heaviest at 4.3 complaints per run and 2003 lightest at 1.2.
Does the Sebring get more complaints than the Mitsubishi Galant?
Yes: 2.7 complaints per production run for the Sebring against 2.5 for the Mitsubishi Galant.
How many Sebring complaints involve a crash?
9.9% of 2,606 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 88 involved a fire.
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