2003 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (5) · Engine And Engine Cooling (3) · Wheels (2)
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Safety recalls (1)
Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm 2010-12-27 · campaign 10E059000 · 22,689 vehicles
Defect: 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 HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.
Risk: IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (41)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
repair parts used for structural repairs this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Showing the 6 most recent of 41 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2018-03-17 · Air Bags · 90,000 mi“takata recall; air bag light on dash comes on & off intermittently from startup to shutdown, anywhere - wtf?…”
2017-11-01 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 35 mi“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. was not in a accident with anyone car cut off on…”
2011-05-22 · Engine And Engine Cooling“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 2.7l engine that is prone to sludge and other probl…”
2010-04-01 · Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Ball Joint · 70,000 mi“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 mileage was approximately 7,000. …”
2010-02-28 · Air Bags · 60,200 mi“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 sebrings? please advise. *tr…”
2009-02-21 · Wheels“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 where i purchased it. upon inspection, the service t…”
2009-02-09 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 79,104 mi“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 left i got about 5 miles down the road and the lig…”
2008-10-09 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 94,205 mi“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 about 15 miles when i got it back, and without any war…”
2008-09-29 · Structure“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 …”
2008-03-21 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 59,500 mi“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 back with a 50% offer with an exaggerated used engin…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.