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2010 Chrysler Sebring Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 27 airbag complaints for the 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 31% of all complaints filed for that year. These include 3 crashes and 1 fire, with a median mileage at failure of 77,500. A related recall, campaign 16V668000, covers the Occupant Restraint Control module.

Airbags complaints
27
31% of 86
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
77,500 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the driver and passenger airbags failing to deploy during a crash impact, including one rollover.
  • Some owners describe a crash where only one side airbag deployed despite what they felt was a severe enough impact for more airbags to fire.
  • Several owners describe being notified of recall campaign 16V668000 for the Occupant Restraint Control module but reported long waits for replacement parts.
  • One owner reported smoke and flames coming from under the driver side hood, resulting in the vehicle being totaled.
  • Some owners noted seat belts sticking or dinging alongside airbag warning light activity.

When 2010 Chrysler Sebring airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 11, 2013, latest Feb 12, 2026.

2010 Chrysler Sebring airbags complaints: complaints filed per month4Jul 2013Apr 2017Aug 2017Dec 2017Aug 2019May 2023Feb 2026
27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Feb 2026; peak Jan 2017 (4).

Airbags recalls for the 2010 Chrysler Sebring

  1. 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.

Airbags complaints by Sebring model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201027 (31%)
  2. 20111 (33%)
  3. 20120 (0%)
  4. 20130 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chrysler Sebring have an airbag recall?
Yes. NHTSA campaign 16V668000, reported September 15, 2016, covers the Occupant Restraint Control module on the 2010 Chrysler Sebring and related models. The remedy involves dealers replacing the OCR free of charge.
How common are airbag complaints on the 2010 Sebring?
NHTSA lists 27 airbag complaints for the 2010 Sebring, which is 31% of the 86 total complaints filed for that model year.
Have airbag problems led to crashes or injuries?
Yes. Among the airbag complaints, NHTSA records 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury.
At what mileage do airbag problems tend to show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for airbag complaints on the 2010 Sebring is 77,500 miles.
Is the airbag issue worse in 2010 than other Sebring years?
Yes. NHTSA data shows 27 airbag complaints for 2010 versus just 1 for 2011 and none for 2012 or 2013.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.