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2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2003 compare to other Sebring Sedan years?

Sebring Sedan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2003 highlighted30 complaints1996: 0 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 0 complaints2000: 1 complaints2001: 10 complaints2002: 15 complaints2003: 8 complaints2004: 18 complaints2005: 23 complaints2006: 30 complaints
Sebring Sedan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2003 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags225%
Electrical System225%
Steering225%
Speed Control113%
Suspension113%

Does the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE STEERING COLUMN, HORN, AND CRUISE CONTROL WERE FRACTURED. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES OCCURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 23, 2015

“CLOCK SPRING BROKE IN STEERING WHEEL. AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. CALLED DEALER AND MADE APPOINTMENT. VERIFIED BROKEN SPRING . NOT IN STOCK. 10 DAYS LATER CALLED DEALER STILL NO PART. AM DRIVING WITHOUT AIR BAG, LIGHT STILL ON. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · February 1, 2010

“CLOCK SPRING BROKE IN STEERING WHEEL. AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. CALLED DEALER AND MADE APPOINTMENT. VERIFIED BROKEN SPRING . NOT IN STOCK. 10 DAYS LATER CALLED DEALER STILL NO PART. AM DRIVING WITHOUT AIR BAG, LIGHT STILL ON. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · February 1, 2010

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE STEERING COLUMN, HORN, AND CRUISE CONTROL WERE FRACTURED. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES OCCURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 23, 2015

“COMPLAINT OF KNOCKING NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. FOUND REAR SPRING MOUNT BROKE DUE TO CORROSION. MADE OF ALUMINUM POT METAL? *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · March 23, 2011

2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan — common questions

Is the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Sedan. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chrysler Sebring Sedan years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sebring Sedan years to avoid are 2006. The cleanest record among Sebring Sedan years belongs to 1999.

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.