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2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible sits mid-pack among Sebring Convertible years: 145 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 97, with 3 recalls and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: engine issues account for 46% of all reports (67 of 145), far ahead of airbags at 18.

145

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other Sebring Convertible years?

Sebring Convertible NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted175 complaints1996: 99 complaints1997: 98 complaints1998: 61 complaints1999: 136 complaints2000: 97 complaints2001: 145 complaints2002: 175 complaints2003: 41 complaints2004: 73 complaints2005: 62 complaints
Sebring Convertible NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine6746%
Airbags1812%
Electrical System86%
Visibility & Wipers75%
Suspension75%
Steering64%
Speed Control64%
Transmission53%
Body & Structure53%
Brakes53%
Seat Belts53%
Tires & Wheels43%
Fuel System11%
Other11%

Does the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10E059000SuspensionDecember 27, 2010 · 22,689 units

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.

Consequence

IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

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.

09E056000SuspensionOctober 9, 2009 · 5,787 units

Defect

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 SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.

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.

07E023000BrakesMarch 29, 2007 · 13,128 units

Defect

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 FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I OWN A CHRYSLER SEBRING WITH A 2.7L ENGINE, MY AUTO BODY REPAIR DRIVER WAS TAKING THE CAR TO HAVE A 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT WHEN THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE HE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THERE WAS NO WARNING THE ENGINE JUST QUIT. I HAD A FACTORY REBUILT ENGINE PUT IN THE CAR FOR THE COST OF $4500.00 AND THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 2, 2006

“DT: CALLER SAID 3 TIMES HER AIR BAG LIGHT COME ON, AND HAD IT FIXED TWICE. SHE DID NOT REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME. THE SECOND TIME WAS IN AUGUST 2004 ,AND THE LAST TIME WAS ON JULY 24, 2005. CALLER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON JULY 14, 2005. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · August 4, 2004 · crash

“VERY SNOWY CONDITIONS IN KILLINGTON, VERMONT. REVVING THE ENGINE TO TRY AND GET TRACTION. SPARKS AND FUMES EMITTED FROM THE WIRING THAT CONNECTS THE WIRE TO THE REAR DEFROSTER. EVENTUALLY, THE WIRE CAME DETACHED, MAKING THE REAR DEFROSTER BOTH INOPERABLE AND A FIRE/HEALTH HAZARD. A USELESS REAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 22, 2002 · crash · fire

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, RESULTING IN A CRASH. THE POLICE APPEARED ON THE SCENE AND THE DRIVER WAS INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · September 24, 2010 · crash

“VERY SNOWY CONDITIONS IN KILLINGTON, VERMONT. REVVING THE ENGINE TO TRY AND GET TRACTION. SPARKS AND FUMES EMITTED FROM THE WIRING THAT CONNECTS THE WIRE TO THE REAR DEFROSTER. EVENTUALLY, THE WIRE CAME DETACHED, MAKING THE REAR DEFROSTER BOTH INOPERABLE AND A FIRE/HEALTH HAZARD. A USELESS REAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · March 22, 2002 · crash · fire

2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible — common questions

Is the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible reliable?

It is close to typical for the Sebring Convertible: 145 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2001 Sebring Convertible problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (67 complaints), airbags (18 complaints), electrical system (8 complaints).

Does the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chrysler Sebring Convertible years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sebring Convertible years to avoid are 2002. The cleanest record among Sebring Convertible years belongs to 2003.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.