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2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible sits mid-pack among Sebring Convertible years: 73 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 97, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations. Complainants reported 10 injuries in total across these filings.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 19 reports (26% of the total).

73

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

9

Fires reported

10

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Sebring Convertible years?

Sebring Convertible NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 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, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1926%
Suspension1014%
Airbags912%
Seats811%
Brakes68%
Fuel System57%
Speed Control34%
Electrical System34%
Visibility & Wipers23%
Body & Structure23%
Transmission23%
Other11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Steering11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have recalls?

2 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.

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.

“CAR STOPPED RUNNING WHEN STOPPED AT RED LIGHT. TOWED TO DEALER. INFORMED IT NEEDS NEW BATTERY AND TRANSMISSION SOLENOID PACK. I AUTHORIZED THE REPAIRS AND ALSO REQUESTED OIL CHANGE. DEALER CALLED BACK STATED ENGINE HAS SLUDGE, ENGINE"VERY VERY BAD" , MAKING KNOCKING NOISE,"MAY NEED NEW ENGINE." I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 6, 2010

“BEGAN 4/2009 2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING FRONT DRIVER SIDE SUSPENSION. CREAKING NOISE IN FRONT END OCCURS ALL THE TIME. TRIED LUBRICATING AXEL HAD CAR IN FOR SERVICE FIVE TIMES. GOOGLE 2004 CHRYSLER SEBRING FOUND A COMMON PROBLEM. CHRYSLER REFUSED TO RESPOND TO SITUATION SENT AUTO REPAIR SHOP GOOGLE INFO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 24, 2009

“BRAKES AND AIR BAGS THE BRAKES WOULD NOT CATCH UPON TRYING TO STOP AND CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. ALSO THE AIR BAGS CAME OUT UPON CRASH AT MAYBE 20 MILES PER HOUR AND CAUSED A BROKEN ARM AND A LACERATION UNDER THE CHIN AND HAD TO BE STITCHED AND PERSON IS HOSPITALIZED. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · February 16, 2008 · crash

“DRIVING THE FREEWAY ON 91 DEGREE DAY AND RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CATCHES FIRE DUE TO SEAT HEATING ELEMENT WHICH WAS NOT TURNED ON. CAR WAS TURNED OFF AND POLICE USED DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHER. THE HEAT ELEMENT CONTINUED TO PRODUCE SIGNIFICANT HEAT UNTIL UNPLUGGED BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · September 21, 2007 · fire

“BRAKES AND AIR BAGS THE BRAKES WOULD NOT CATCH UPON TRYING TO STOP AND CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. ALSO THE AIR BAGS CAME OUT UPON CRASH AT MAYBE 20 MILES PER HOUR AND CAUSED A BROKEN ARM AND A LACERATION UNDER THE CHIN AND HAD TO BE STITCHED AND PERSON IS HOSPITALIZED. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 16, 2008 · crash

2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible — common questions

Is the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 73 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Sebring Convertible year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2004 Sebring Convertible problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (19 complaints), suspension (10 complaints), airbags (9 complaints).

Does the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2004 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.