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2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 18 complaints on file for the 2004 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.

18

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Sebring Sedan years?

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

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What are the most common 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine422%
Suspension317%
Transmission211%
Body & Structure211%
Seat Belts16%
Tires & Wheels16%
Airbags16%
Visibility & Wipers16%
Brakes16%
Electrical System16%
Fuel System16%

Does the 2004 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.

“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.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · May 21, 2016

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · December 11, 2015

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 15, 2011

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 17, 2014

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 17, 2014

2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan — common questions

Is the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan reliable?

The record is thin — 18 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2004 Sebring Sedan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (4 complaints), suspension (3 complaints), body & structure (2 complaints).

Does the 2004 Chrysler Sebring Sedan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2004 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.