repaired · 2017 Q4
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
2001 Chrysler SebringProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 242 owner complaints about the 2001 Chrysler Sebring, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-401 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 3, 2017. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2001 Chrysler Sebring has problems
242 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
89Engine and engine cooling6 crash/fire/injury
29Suspension
29Air bags11 crash/fire/injury
23Electrical system6 crash/fire/injury
20Power train
18Service brakes, hydraulic
18Vehicle speed control
15Steering
14Visibility
5311 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 89 | 6 |
| Suspension | 29 | 0 |
| Air bags | 29 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 6 |
| Power train | 20 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 18 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 6 |
| Steering | 15 | 0 |
| Visibility | 14 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 53 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2001 Chrysler Sebring recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
no report yet
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. FLUID LEAKAGE FROM THE COOLER HOSES CAN CAUSE TRANSAXLE DRIVEABILITY PROBLEMS AND SMOKE IF THE OIL CONTACTS THE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE.
no report yet
Seats
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE BOLTS MAY NOT PROPERLY SECURE THE SEAT AND COULD CAUSE INCREASED INJURY TO THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE.
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no report yet
Child seat
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
no report yet
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. THIS HOSE IS CONSIDERED TO BE INADEQUATE.
no report yet
Air bags: frontal
Risk. A SEPARATED AIR BAG DOOR COULD INJURE A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. PROLONGED WIRING HARNESS CONTACT WITH THE HEAT SHIELD WILL CAUSE THE WIRING INSULATION TO WEAR AND EVENTUALLY TO GROUND OUT.
no report yet
Frame and members: underbody shields
Risk. SMOKE INHALATION COULD BE HARMFUL TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chrysler.
Mileage at failure
When do engine and engine cooling problems start?
73kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 75 engine and engine cooling complaints. 77% were reported before 100,000 miles.
8under 30k miles58under 100k miles17100k miles or more
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Engine and engine cooling
14 owners mentioned a cost$6,100median
Middle half: $5,250 – $7,300
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2001 vs. every other Sebring year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sebring median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2001 Chrysler Sebring safety ratings
2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2001 Chrysler Sebring, and the recalls they led to.
- SAFETY BELT CINCHING LATCH PLATENo recall
In owners' words
What Sebring owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING - THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM AS THE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF CHRYSLERS RECALLED LAST YEAR. EVERYONE WANTS TO TRY A BODY CONTROL MODULE, FUEL PUMP, NEW CRANK SHAFT BUT THE PROBLEM KEEPS OCCURRING - PERHAPS BECAUSE THEY WERE NOT AWARE OF THIS RECALL/PROBLEM…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 00V299002 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE) WAS NOT…
THIS WAS THE SECOND FAILURE OF CHRYSLER'S 2.7 V-6 ENGINE. NEITHER ENGINE FAILURE WARRANTY WAS UPHELD BY PROVIDERS. FIRST ONE WAS AT 49000 MILES AND FAILED DUE TO ENGINE SLUDGE, EXTENDED WARRANTY WAS NOT HONORED DUE TO OWNER NEGLECT, EVEN THOUGH I PROVIDED ALL RECEIPTS FOR ALL OIL CHANGES REQUIRED.…
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