2010 Chrysler Sebring Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Chrysler Sebring.

20092011
Complaints
140
Crashes
11
Fires
8
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2010 Chrysler Sebring Problems

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

#127 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:60,562 mi
Crash-related:3
Fires:1
#217 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:68,937 mi
Fires:1
#317 complaints

Seat Belt Issues

Avg mileage:25,000 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Chrysler Sebring.

Airbags
27
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
60,562
Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
68,937
Seat Belt Issues
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
25,000
Engine Problems
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
94,520
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
139,726
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
64,818
Electronic Stability Control
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
314,701
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
68,667
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Column
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Rack And Pinion
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Chrysler Sebring

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,478,907 vehicles.

16V668000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Airbags
~1,435,625 affected

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.

10V475000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~23,237 affected

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.

10V009000Hydraulic Brakes
~20,045 affected

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.

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2010 Chrysler Sebring — FAQ

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

Is the 2010 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2010 Chrysler Sebring has 140 NHTSA complaints, 11 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 27 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Chrysler Sebring?
Top reported problems: Airbags (27 complaints, avg 60,562 mi); Electrical Faults (17 complaints, avg 68,937 mi); Seat Belt Issues (17 complaints, avg 25,000 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 2010 Chrysler Sebring?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 85,077 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Chrysler Sebring?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Chrysler Sebring include 11 crash-related reports, 8 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 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 2010 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,478,907 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 2010 Chrysler Sebring?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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