2001 Chrysler Sebring Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring.

20002002
Complaints
322
Crashes
27
Fires
6
Injuries
31
Fatalities
4
Recalls
2

Worst 2001 Chrysler Sebring Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#145 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Avg mileage:80,057 mi
Fires:1
#231 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:65,933 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
#318 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:83,430 mi
Crash-related:4
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
45
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
80,057
Engine & Cooling
31
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
65,933
Airbags
18
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
83,430
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
76,890
Suspension Failures
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
117,893
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
65,400
Air Bags:Frontal
10
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
50,206
Automatic Transmission
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
99,624
Steering Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
47,993
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,503
Tire Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
37,843
Wheel Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,333
Hydraulic Brakes
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
34,600
Structural Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,236
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,682
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,556
Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
53,896
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Side/Rear Glass
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheels:Hub
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2001 Chrysler Sebring

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~459,757 vehicles.

16V401000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~16,315 affected

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.

15V338000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~443,442 affected

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.

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2001 Chrysler Sebring — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2001 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Chrysler Sebring has 322 NHTSA complaints, 27 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine with 45 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Chrysler Sebring?
Top reported problems: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (45 complaints, avg 80,057 mi); Engine & Cooling (31 complaints, avg 65,933 mi); Airbags (18 complaints, avg 83,430 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 2001 Chrysler Sebring?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 71,878 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Chrysler Sebring?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring include 27 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 31 injuries, and 4 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 2001 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 459,757 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2001 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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