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2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Engine (3) · Suspension (2) · Wheels (1)

10
Complaints
1
Recalls
27
Service bulletins
0
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Deaths

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 (27)

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.

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.

Showing the 6 most recent of 27 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

2016-05-22 · Engine · 139,000 mi

“when in motion leaks coolant on public roads...once again. had this problem fixed before when this said vehicle had 70,000 miles on it at the chrysler dealership. replaced water pump.…”

2016-01-28 · Suspension · 154,000 mi

“i was driving down the street and the control arm snapped causing me to lose control of my vehicle. i had it towed to mechanic. the control arms and some other parts were replaced. using my cars vin there is not a recall but on this website there is a recall for same year make and model for the same reason. i called chrysler 800-992-1997 and spoke …”

2016-01-08 · Suspension · 240,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring sedan. while driving at an unknown speed, the front driver side tire separated from the ball joint. in addition, the vehicle collapsed and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was not included in n…”

2015-02-01 · Air Bags · 45,000 mi

“warming the car in the driveway and both airbags deployed. private driveway, no collision or other possible shock. the air bag indicator had been lit for approx 2 months and i had scheduled repairs but had not had them completed. car was at idle after approx 10 minutes of idle running. *tr…”

2014-11-25 · Engine · 500 mi

“i was crossing 4 lanes of oncoming traffic and my car stalled and died. this was the first time it had happened so i was unsure what to do. thank goodness i put my car in p and restarted it in enough time to get out of the way before i was hit. this has again happened many times over the last 10+ years of ownership. funnily enough, as i pulled up t…”

2014-10-21 · Seat Belts · 104,500 mi

“i got the car on jan 1,14..since i had this i have problems. in july 14 i was driving to work and the fuel pump went on the car..and its reading gas leak as of now .also the car accelerates by its self i would be driving doing 60 mph and it will a accelerates and it scares me to drive this car some times.also the seat belts were put in the wrong …”

2014-08-29 · Wheels · 108,000 mi

“ i bought my 2004 chrysler sebring sedan in february of 2014. two months later in april the ball studs on my tires were popping off while while i was driving and my car started wobbling. i took my car to the place where i got it from and they fixed it. two months later in june the same thing happened on the same tire. the ball studs flew off while …”

2013-01-01 · Engine · 87,277 mi

“water housing outlet manifold leaks. this is the third time it has to be replaced. *tr…”

2011-03-02 · Structure:body:door

“i have a 2004 chrysler sebring. the problem is that it has door handles that have a metal covering on them. i have replaced them several times. the metal covering on the handles start to peel off and it cuts your hands if not careful. my granddaughter required stitches from opening the back door. i have also had serious cuts. after talking to other…”

2010-10-14 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · 46,988 mi

“*what happened? use as much space as you need. we own this 2004 chrysler sebring as we purchased it new in the fall of 2004 from westborn chrysler in dearborn. in the spring of 2005 we took a trip to florida, and as we were getting off the freeway, at the first stop light, the car was jerking to the point that if we did not put it in park it would…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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