1999 Chrysler Sebring Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1999 Chrysler Sebring has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 6 fires, 13 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (38 reports).

1Recalls
172Owner complaints
25Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sebring?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1999 Chrysler Sebring recalls

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint

Recall 00V421002Dec 18, 2000393,796 vehicles affected

Most common 1999 Chrysler Sebring problems

Problem areas named in the 172 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train38
Structure32
Suspension24
Electrical System16
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14
Vehicle Speed Control14
Wheels13
Air Bags12
Tires11
Engine And Engine Cooling10

What owners report

2016-10-03, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS NOT INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED EXTENSIVE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT REQUESTED REIMURSEMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
2016-08-23, Air Bags
TAKATA RECALL MY CONCERNS OF ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE,THE DASH LIGHT STAYS ON LONGER THAN SHOULD.
2015-01-28, Steering
1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CAR WAS CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO POWER STEERING LEAK. *TA THE CONSUMER ALSO HAD A FUEL PUMP ISSUE. THE REPAIR SHOP STATED THE CONNECTIONS HAD BURNED AT THE FUEL PUMP. *JB
2014-09-09, Vehicle Speed Control
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO AN EXTREMELY HIGH SPEED. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155,000.
2014-04-29, Suspension
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BALL JOINT WAS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000.

1999 Chrysler Sebring questions

Does the 1999 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Chrysler Sebring: Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Ball Joint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chrysler Sebring?

Based on 172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (38), Structure (32), Suspension (24).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Chrysler Sebring has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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