Complaints
295
Crashes
47
Fires
5
Injuries
27
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0
Worst 1997 Chrysler Sebring Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#118 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:46,585 mi
Crash-related:2
#215 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Avg mileage:87,500 mi
Crash-related:15
#313 complaints
Unintended Acceleration
Avg mileage:55,134 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1997 Chrysler Sebring.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission | 18 | 2 | — | 46,585 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 15 | 15 | — | 87,500 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 13 | 3 | — | 55,134 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 8 | — | 147,950 mi | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 10 | — | — | 119,000 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 10 | 4 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 10 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 1 | — | 107,000 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 7 | — | 1 | 106,700 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Rim | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 6 | 2 | — | 81,350 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 6 | — | — | 97,250 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 5 | — | — | 140,000 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint | 5 | 2 | — | 161,325 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — |
Automatic Transmission
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
46,585
Air Bags:Frontal
15
complaints
Crashes
15
Fires
—
Avg Miles
87,500
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
55,134
Airbags
11
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
—
Avg Miles
147,950
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
119,000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
10
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
107,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
106,700
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheels:Rim
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,350
Structure:Body:Door
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
97,250
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Control Arm
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
140,000
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
161,325
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1997 Chrysler Sebring — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1997 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1997 Chrysler Sebring has 295 NHTSA complaints, 47 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Automatic Transmission with 18 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1997 Chrysler Sebring?
Top reported problems: Automatic Transmission (18 complaints, avg 46,585 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (15 complaints, avg 87,500 mi); Unintended Acceleration (13 complaints, avg 55,134 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 94,869 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1997 Chrysler Sebring?
NHTSA complaints for the 1997 Chrysler Sebring include 47 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 27 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1997 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1997 Chrysler Sebring as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1997 Chrysler Sebring?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Sebring reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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