Chrysler Sebring Best and Worst Years (2005–2013)
The Chrysler Sebring years to avoid are 2007, 2008, and 2010, which carry the highest complaint indexes (100, 88, and 75) and multiple recall campaigns tied to electrical, engine, and airbag problems. 2005 is the only Good year, while 2006 and 2009 rate Caution.
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.
- Model years
- 9
- 2005–2013
- NHTSA complaints
- 902
- Recall campaigns
- 16
- Crashes reported
- 67
- Fires reported
- 36
- Top problem area
- Electrical System
Sebring Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Chrysler Sebring problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Good | 38 | 75 | 10 | 3 | 3 | Airbags | 21 | — |
| 2006 | Caution | 63 | 120 | 10 | 0 | 0 | Electrical System | 21 | — |
| 2007 | Avoid | 100 | 337 | 18 | 21 | 7 | Electrical System | 22 | — |
| 2008 | Avoid | 88 | 238 | 19 | 6 | 4 | Electrical System | 21 | — |
| 2009 | Caution | 50 | 43 | 3 | 1 | 2 | Brakes | 21.5 | — |
| 2010 | Avoid | 75 | 86 | 7 | 5 | 3 | Airbags | 21.5 | — |
| 2011 | No verdict | 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Airbags | — | — |
| 2012 | No verdict | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | — | — |
| 2013 | No verdict | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | — | — |
Sebring years to avoid: what went wrong
2007 Chrysler Sebring Index 100 · 337 complaints · 7 recalls
2007 has the highest complaint index (100) of any Sebring year, with 337 total complaints. Electrical system issues lead at 38% of complaints, with failures around a median 75,000 miles, followed by engine problems (32%, median 56,000 miles). NHTSA lists 21 fires and 18 crashes for this year. Owners describe tire pressure monitoring connectors corroding and shorting, engine coolant reaching the radiator fan motor connector, and front door latch cables coming unseated. Seven recall campaigns cover these defects. Sample complaints describe airbags failing to deploy in crashes and vehicles catching fire.
2007 electrical system problems →2007 engine problems →2007 airbags problems →
2008 Chrysler Sebring Index 88 · 238 complaints · 4 recalls
2008 carries a complaint index of 88 across 238 complaints. Electrical system problems make up 38% of complaints at a median 73,259 miles, and engine issues account for 33% at a median 79,453 miles. NHTSA lists 20 injuries and 19 crashes for this year, more than any other Sebring year. Four recall campaigns address the same tire pressure monitoring connector corrosion, coolant intrusion into the radiator fan motor, and door latch cable problems found in 2007. Sample complaints describe engine fires, unintended acceleration, and airbags that failed to deploy in side impacts.
2008 electrical system problems →2008 engine problems →2008 transmission & powertrain problems →
2010 Chrysler Sebring Index 75 · 86 complaints · 3 recalls
2010 has a complaint index of 75 from 86 total complaints. Airbags are the top problem area at 31% of complaints with a median 77,500 miles, followed by engine issues at 24% (median 80,000 miles). Three recall campaigns cover an occupant restraint control module affecting airbag deployment, power steering pressure hoses, and a brake booster input rod retaining clip. NHTSA lists 7 crashes and 5 fires for this year. Sample complaints describe engine fires while parked or parking, brake failure during deceleration, and airbags that did not deploy in a rollover crash.
2010 airbags problems →2010 engine problems →2010 electrical system problems →
Most common Chrysler Sebring problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group across all model years.
- Electrical System328 (36%)
- Engine248 (27%)
- Airbags183 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain118 (13%)
- Brakes105 (12%)
- Other65 (7%)
- Fuel System62 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires62 (7%)
- Steering58 (6%)
- Structure & Body50 (6%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Which Chrysler Sebring years should I avoid?
- NHTSA data points to 2007, 2008, and 2010 as the years to avoid, with complaint indexes of 100, 88, and 75 respectively and multiple recall campaigns covering electrical, engine, brake, and airbag defects.
- What is the best year for the Chrysler Sebring?
- 2005 is the only year rated Good, with a complaint index of 38 and airbags as its top problem area. No Sebring year earns a Best verdict.
- What is the most common problem with the Chrysler Sebring?
- Across all model years, the electrical system is the most reported problem area, accounting for 328 complaints or 36% of the total, followed by the engine at 27% and airbags at 20%.
- Are there recalls on the 2007 and 2008 Chrysler Sebring?
- Yes. The 2007 Sebring has 7 recall campaigns and the 2008 has 4, including a tire pressure monitoring system connector corrosion issue and an engine coolant intrusion into the radiator fan motor connector.
- Is the 2010 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
- The 2010 Sebring is rated Avoid relative to other Sebring years, with a complaint index of 75, 86 total complaints, and three recall campaigns covering airbags, steering, and brakes.