2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine And Engine Cooling (7) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine (6) · Suspension (5)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
55 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
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 (29)
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 29 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2019-07-17 · Air Bags · 39,999 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring convertible. the contact stated that the air bag indicator was flashing, which indicated a failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact was concerned that the air bags would not function properly when needed. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. t…”
2018-12-31 · Seats · 120,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring convertible. when the contact turned on the vehicle to warm it up, she left and noticed smoke inside the vehicle upon her return. the contact stated that the passenger seat was smoking and contained a hole. the contact did not see any flames. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic …”
2018-04-25 · Air Bags · 150,000 mi“"takata recall" the airbag warning light comes on frequently. my daughter also has a sebring convertible and her does the same thing only it is a 2002. this seems more than a coincidence. this happens when the vehicles are in motion. sometimes a warning sound happens and sometimes not on both vehicles.…”
2017-10-04 · Fuel/Propulsion System“had fuel pump replaced a couple months ago. then at gas station wouldnt start at all, had a tow truck take it to a mechanic and that mechanic tapped on gas tank and it started and said fuel pump needs to be replace so i called the dealer where i bought it because the new fuel pump had a warranty. they said they found nothing wrong with fuel pump bu…”
2017-07-18 · Suspension · 67,000 mi“while driving vehicle, the right front wheel, with brake assembly, and hub broke off car, luckily on a suburban street…”
2017-05-09 · Air Bags · 60,000 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owned a 2004 chrysler sebring convertible. while driving 30 mph on a rainy day, the contact lost control and crashed into a tree. the air bags deployed and fractured the entire windshield. a police report was not filed. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle was destroyed. the contact sustained a fractured lef…”
2016-11-08 · Engine · 84,765 mi“the headgasket has failed for the third time in four years.…”
2016-05-03 · Suspension“tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring convertible. while driving 40 mph, the lower control arm fractured and the front passenger side axle separated from the vehicle. the contact was not injured. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10e059000 (s…”
2016-04-21 · Unknown Or Other · 130,000 mi“backed out of a parking spot shifted into drive engine bucked twice and stalled. a few minutes later was stopped at red light, with foot on brake engine surged and car lurched forward.…”
2016-04-09 · Vehicle Speed Control · 55,000 mi“when cruise control on, when you step on brake at stoplight, accelerates un- controllably. must slam on brakes, shift to neutral, and turn ignition off. then would accelerate again several times when trying to restart car. i think cruise control finally went off.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.