There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers — 1
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 108,525 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · reported Jan 7, 2015
Driver going approx 40 miles an hour around curve, clockspring broke causing the steering wheel to become inoperable. Driver lost control of vehicle went off road hit two trees. Airbag did not deploy. Car is totaled and driver is in critical condition.
Power Train · at 108,525 miles · reported Aug 14, 2012
After picking up vehicle from dealer and reporting "slipping" on the transmission, the dealer told me the transmission was starting to break up. A new one would cost $7,000, and a refurbished one would be $5,500, and there was a waiting list. I decided to drive it home an explore other avenues. The vehicle lasted maybe five miles and it died on the freeway. The engine light came on, the engine started smoking, and the engine just died. I lifted the hood and the engine was smoking as the transmission had broken and it had been leaking its fluid on the freeway. I called a tow truck to tow it…
Unknown or Other · reported Sep 8, 2008
The contact owns a 2003 chrysler sebring coupe. The entire instrument panel was warped and the padding was loosened from the panel. There was no prior warning to this defect. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact was concerned of the possibility of the air bags deploying. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 108,000.
Electrical System · reported Jan 11, 2008
I have a chry sebring 2003 concerning issue- able to turn off the car and pull the key out of ignition while car is still in gear. This happened on several occasions and the car rolled while I was getting out. Lucky there was no injury involved but this is very dangerous and could LED to serious injury. There should be a safety feature that does not allow the key to come out while the car is still in gear.
Electrical System · at 22,413 miles · reported May 31, 2004
I bought a 2003 sebring exactly two months ago, and prior to signing the papers to seal the deal, I had the dealership check out the reason there was no stereo, interior lights, trunk lights and why the keyless entry did not work when I test drove the car. They came back to explain that the "fuse had blown" they "fixed it" and asked me to drive the car home that night, and to bring it back the next day for further evaluation. The next day, I dropped the car off at 4pm, and the car stayed overnight- the next day I drove the car home (With less than a half of tank of gas, and it was full when I…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 108,525 miles.
Are Chrysler recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chrysler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.