I purchased a 1998 chrysler sebring lxi the car has numerous problems, one is the control arm in the vehicle. This is a list of other evac problems - I was told that there was a recall on my vehicle for various problems - please advice - need help - called chrysler dealerships and first they said my vehicle was not affected - then they tell me they can charge me $149.00 to reset the computer catalyst(g)/nmhccatalyst(d) evaporative system(g)/ unsupportive(d) 02 sensor(g) exhaust gas sensor(d) 02 sensor heater (g) pm filter (d) egr/vvt (g,d) po455 evaporative emission system leak detected (large leak) my headlamps are yellow and my rear window looks like there is some kind of mold sandwiched into the glass and defrost...almost impossible to see out of at night.
1998 Chrysler Sebring visibility problems
16 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Sun/moon roof assembly6
- Power window devices and controls3
- Rearview mirrors/devices2
- Windshield1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: rear window1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motor1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chrysler Sebring visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1998 Chrysler Sebring owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Major problems with the windshield fogging up. More of a problem during the summer months. Doesn't matter if the convertible top is open or closed. Have had to look out the side windows to visualize the highway. Date listed is just one of the times we experienced problems!
Rear window defroster has failed at least 10 times. Repaired under warranty by dealership each time, continues to fail.
While in motion the sun roof exploded outward and upward. *jg
Leakage of oily substance from mirror. Distortion of mirror reflective surface. Interior lights filled with substance. Damage to car interior around gear shift. Dripped on hand while shifting to reverse. Very difficult to remove from skin. Nlm
Sun roof leaks
Tire rims are too soft!!!! Have replace 2 rims and have owned vehicle less than 18 months. Door panels are defective!!! Sunroof upholstery is defective. Engine roars. Over drive button is located in a bad place. Instructions are confusing between panel instructions and o/d manuel. I love to drive this car....but I hate it! Am extremely disappointed!!!( dot number: )
Driver side and passenger side power window burned up.
The sebring has multiple structural and functional defects which devalue the car. No safety defect (s) mentioned in summary.
Brake system - caliper installed incorrectly at factory causing rotor and pad on front/driver's side to fail. Remaining pads/rotors in fair condition. Plastic exterior door panel on driver's side falls off will speed above 45mph. Sunroof fails to open or close. Battery died. Anti-theft not working
Questions about the 1998 Chrysler Sebring visibility
Does the 1998 Chrysler Sebring have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the visibility of the 1998 Chrysler Sebring, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1998 Chrysler Sebring visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Chrysler Sebring visibility?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chrysler Sebring have the most visibility problems?
The Chrysler Sebring model years with the most visibility complaints are 1996 (27 complaints), 1998 (16 complaints) and 1997 (14 complaints).
Other 1998 Chrysler Sebring problems
Body 65Brakes 35Suspension 26Acceleration 23Wheels 22Engine 21Transmission 21Airbags 19Electrical 16Tires 14Steering 13Seat belts 11Fuel system 9Locks 7Lights 3Seats 2
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