Chrysler

Sebring (3rd)

2007-2010 · Midsize Sedan · 5 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.9)
835 NHTSA Complaints
12 Recalls
34 Fire Reports
50 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

Chrysler Sebring Unidentified Engine

⚠️ Caution (2.1)
126 complaints 31.5 per year
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
35
engine
27
transmission
22
safety systems
18
fuel system
15

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (35 complaints)
Engine Issues (27 complaints)
Transmission Issues (22 complaints)

3.5-V6-Gas

3.5L 6-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.0)
78 complaints 19.5 per year Gasoline
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
25
engine
12
body
11
safety systems
8
fuel system
7

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (25 complaints)
Engine Issues (12 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (11 complaints)

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2.4-I4-Gas

2.4L 4-cyl
Avoid (1.1)
445 complaints 111.2 per year Gasoline
25 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
174
engine
95
safety systems
85
transmission
69
brakes
44

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (174 complaints)
Engine Issues (95 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (85 complaints)

1 additional engine variant with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chrysler Sebring regardless of engine variant.

Electrical System Issues (286 complaints)
electrical critical
Engine Issues (188 complaints)
engine critical
Safety Systems Issues (139 complaints)
safety_systems critical
Transmission Issues (112 complaints)
transmission critical
Brakes Issues (44 complaints)
brakes critical

Recalls (12)

16V668000Sep 14, 2016serious
Seat Belts

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.

10V009000Oct 31, 2010serious
Service Brakes

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.

10V475000Jul 9, 2010serious
Steering

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.

09V047000Apr 1, 2009serious
Fuel System, Other

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 91 MY 2009 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L ENGINE PASSENGER VEHICLES. A COMPATIBILITY ISSUE BETWEEN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SOFTWARE AND FUEL PUMP MODULE CAN RESULT IN THE FUEL GAUGE OVERSTATING THE ACTUAL FUEL TANK LEVEL. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE MAY RUN OUT OF FUEL WHEN THE GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS STILL FUEL REMAINING IN THE TANK.

08V528000Sep 9, 2008serious
Powertrain

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.

08V152000Feb 3, 2008serious
Electrical System

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 180,963 MY 2007-2008 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A STANDARD TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS). UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR THE TPMS MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS INCLUDING ENGINE NO-START, DEAD BATTERY, AN INOPERATIVE CRUISE CONTROL OR REMOTE START SYSTEM, AND/OR ENGINE STALLING.

07V240000Jun 12, 2007serious
Air Bags

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS UTILIZED FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.

07V414000Dec 8, 2007serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE MAY BECOME PARTIALLY UNSEATED FROM THE INTERIOR RELEASE HANDLE HOUSING POSSIBLY CAUSING THE LATCH TO STICK IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION OR THE LOCK FUNCTION TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.

07V473000Oct 9, 2007serious
Engine & Cooling

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.

06V494000Dec 28, 2006serious
Visibility

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) ONLY, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) MODULE MAY CAUSE THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING FUNCTIONS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.

06V493000Dec 28, 2006serious
Service Brakes

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.

06V431000Nov 14, 2006serious
Structure

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE HOOD LATCH STRIKER MAY BREAK AND ALLOW THE HOOD TO OPEN WHILE DRIVING.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring problems?

The 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring has accumulated 835 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Electrical System, Engine, Safety Systems. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chrysler Sebring engine is most reliable?

The 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring was offered with 6 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2.4L 4-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring a good used car?

The 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 835 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring have?

The 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring has 835 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring?

There are 12 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chrysler Sebring?

Before buying a used Chrysler Sebring, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Electrical System, Engine, Safety Systems, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the Sebring have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 835 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-20.

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