1997 Chrysler Sebring engine problems

22 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 22
of this car's complaints: 10%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine: gasoline
7
Engine
7
Cooling system: radiator assembly
2
Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
1
Exhaust system: emission control
1
Exhaust system
1
Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
1
Cooling system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chrysler Sebring engine problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Check engine light 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1997 Chrysler Sebring owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 31, 2004 · Engine · PA

Engine check light illuminated, indicating a malfunction within system, cause unknown.dealer replaced the oxygen sensor which did not correct the problem. I had the oxygen sensor replaced again along with a exhaust manifold- still did not correct the problem. Check engine light on again! Driving at about 65mph on busy highways the car just shuts down. Any information would be helpful.

Filed Sep 29, 2003 · Engine · 106,700 miles · NE · fire

While driving at approximately 45 MPH, noticed smoke coming from the rear of vehicle. Pulled vehicle over to side of road and checked under the hood. Head gaskets were leaking oil from the engine. Drove vehicle to dealership, and mechanic confirmed what problem was. Had not had head gaskets repaired.

Filed Sep 25, 2003 · Engine · TX

While driving 60 MPH the vehicle suddenly lost power without warning and stalled out. The vehicle was pushed out of traffic. The vehicle was then towed to dealership. The dealer has not found the cause of the problem. Please provide information.

Filed Aug 11, 2003 · Engine · CA

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning engine check light appeared on the dashboard, and vehicle overheated.

Filed Nov 27, 2002 · Engine, Transmission · CA

While the consumer's wife was driving, the lug nuts sheared off the right front wheel of the vehicle. Consumer stated that poor design set up an irregular vibration in the wheel which gradually worked the lug nuts loose and failed.

Filed Oct 29, 2002 · Engine · MI

While traveling on the highway the vehicle shut down without prior warning. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts

Filed Sep 10, 2002 · Acceleration, Engine · FL

While driving engine light came on and the vehicle seemed a bit sluggish due to ldp pump failure. Consumer received a recall notice on full throttle (02v‑186) took the vehicle to the dealer and was fixed but the problem still exists.

Filed Aug 28, 2002 · Engine · CA

Engine would stall when making a turn and going onto an incline. Vehicle been to a dealer on two occasions, and the problem is stilloccurring. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Jun 28, 2002 · Engine · WI

Head gasket failure.

Filed Apr 18, 2002 · Engine · SC

Consumer states that there is an oil leak on the vehicle when the consumer is driving and when the consumer is at a complete stop. Contacted dealer and the dealer told the consumer that it is a possible head gasket leak. Nlm

Questions about the 1997 Chrysler Sebring engine

Does the 1997 Chrysler Sebring have engine problems?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the engine of the 1997 Chrysler Sebring, 10% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Chrysler Sebring engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chrysler Sebring have bad engine?

The Chrysler Sebring model years with the most engine complaints are 2001 (91 complaints), 2007 (79 complaints) and 2004 (63 complaints).