2004 Chrysler Sebring Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chrysler Sebring.

20032005
Complaints
304
Crashes
36
Fires
14
Injuries
41
Fatalities
1
Recalls
1

Worst 2004 Chrysler Sebring Problems

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

#124 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:44,698 mi
#221 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:68,372 mi
Crash-related:6
#319 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

Avg mileage:43,164 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chrysler Sebring.

Engine & Cooling
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,698
Airbags
21
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
Avg Miles
68,372
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,164
Automatic Transmission
19
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
24,689
Unintended Acceleration
19
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
22,995
Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
73,425
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
94,532
Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
84,075
Suspension:Rear
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
86,176
Air Bags:Frontal
8
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
19,007
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
5
Avg Miles
60,680
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
108,128
Structural Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
59,416
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
54,047
Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
43,602
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
29,877
Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
25,021
Electrical System:Horn
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2004 Chrysler Sebring

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~443,442 vehicles.

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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2004 Chrysler Sebring — FAQ

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

Is the 2004 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Chrysler Sebring has 304 NHTSA complaints, 36 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine & Cooling with 24 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chrysler Sebring?
Top reported problems: Engine & Cooling (24 complaints, avg 44,698 mi); Airbags (21 complaints, avg 68,372 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (19 complaints, avg 43,164 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 2004 Chrysler Sebring?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 54,230 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Chrysler Sebring?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chrysler Sebring include 36 crash-related reports, 14 fire reports, 41 injuries, and 1 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 2004 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 443,442 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 2004 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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