2010 Chrysler Sebring Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2010 Chrysler Sebring has a complaint index of 75, ranking 3rd worst among 9 model years, with an Avoid verdict. It has 86 complaints, 3 recalls, and airbags are the top problem area with 27 complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 75/100
- #3 of 9 Sebring years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 86
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 7
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 5
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Airbags
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 18.5 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2010 Chrysler Sebring problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Airbags27 (31%)
- Engine21 (24%)
- Electrical System18 (21%)
- Brakes17 (20%)
- Seat Belts17 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain9 (10%)
- Steering7 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (7%)
- Structure & Body5 (6%)
- Other3 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report engine compartment fires starting under the hood, sometimes while parked or driving at low speed.
- Airbags fail to deploy in crashes, including rollovers, leading to injuries despite the vehicle hitting a rock or being struck.
- Brakes reportedly fail to respond during deceleration, forcing drivers to swerve or crash.
- Vehicles reportedly roll backward on hills even when shifted into drive or park, according to one owner.
- Smoke and burning smell from the front end precede some engine fires, with power steering fluid noted as a possible contributor.
2010 Chrysler Sebring recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 16V668000Sep 15, 2016Airbags1,435,625 vehicles
Air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
- NHTSA 10V475000Oct 7, 2010Steering23,237 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.
Risk: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on december 20, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
- NHTSA 10V009000Jan 11, 2010Brakes20,045 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
2010 Chrysler Sebring fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 27 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2010 compared with other Sebring years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2010 Sebring a complaint index of 75, the 3rd worst of 9 model years tracked, with an Avoid verdict relative to other Sebring years.
- What problems does the 2010 Chrysler Sebring have?
- Owners most often reported airbag issues (27 complaints, 31% share), followed by engine problems (21 complaints, including 4 fires) and electrical system issues (18 complaints).
- Does the 2010 Chrysler Sebring have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2010 Sebring covering airbags, power steering hoses, and a brake booster input rod clip; none are do-not-drive recalls.
- At what mileage do 2010 Sebring problems typically occur?
- Median mileage at failure varies by system: airbags at 77,500 miles, engine at 80,000 miles, brakes at 73,000 miles, and seat belts at 50,000 miles.
- How does the 2010 Sebring compare to other years?
- The 2010 Sebring's complaint index of 75 is worse than 2005 (38), 2006 (63), and 2009 (50), but better than 2007 (100) and 2008 (88), which are also rated Avoid.