I was taking my son to school and as I turned the corner the ball joint completly popped real loud and my left rear tire caves in completely. Then a week later the right side rear did the same thing except I was on a long stretch road and a loud pop, tire caves in and I started swirling uncontrolably. Unknown as to why or how it just all a sudden popped. I did fix both rear ball joints my receipts are with oriellys auto. And also steering suspension is sounding funny and no mechanic can find the problem.
The worst 2001 Chrysler Sebring problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Engine91
- Airbags29
- Suspension29
- Electrical23
- Transmission20
- Acceleration18
- Brakes18
- Steering15
- Visibility14
- Body13
- Wheels13
- Tires7
- Lights5
- Seat belts4
- Fuel system1
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Chrysler Sebring
Engine failure 41Knocking 16Stalling 16Ball joint 15Airbag light 11No deployment 9Adaptive cruise 5Grinding brakes 5Overheating 5Tire blowout 5Transmission failure 5
Recalls 9
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.
- Risk
- If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 16V401000 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
- Risk
- If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2015. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1‑888‑648‑7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.
Recall number 15V338000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose manufacturing process allowed the reinforcement yard to breach the inner layer of some automatic transmission hoses weakening the inner wall which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
- Risk
- Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the transaxle oil cooler hoses. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V011002 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the bolts may not properly secure the seat and could cause increased injury to the driver of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began february 5, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V005002 · Recall details
Child seat
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Recall number 00V366000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.
- Risk
- This hose is considered to be inadequate.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.
Recall number 00V320002 · Recall details
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Passenger air bags were built with suspect aluminum extrusion sections which may not retain the air bag door during an air bag deployment event.
- Risk
- A separated air bag door could injure a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag.
Recall number 00V306000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
- Risk
- Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Recall number 00V299002 · Recall details
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Through degradation of the bond between the silencer pad and a sheet metal panel (quarter inner upper), the pad may fall onto the map light located in the rear seating area near the c-pillar trim panel (lh and rh). This contact could cause the pad to melt, creating a hot smell and/or smoke during long periods of illumination.
- Risk
- Smoke inhalation could be harmful to vehicle occupants.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove the insulation pad from behind both rear map lights.
Recall number 00V278000 · Recall details
See all 9 recalls for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring
Defect investigations
Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate is low (1.60/100k).the information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.further allocation of agency resources to this issue is unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation is being closed.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring 105
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the...
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard...
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to...
- Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision...
- Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead
- Return: Wiring Assy
- Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy
- 05182535AD
2001 Chrysler Sebring fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18-20 | 25-28 | 21-23 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 25-26 | 20-21 |
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17-18 | 25-26 | 20-21 |
What 2001 Chrysler Sebring owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v401000 (air bags); however the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 05/17/17*lj updated 09/07/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v401000 (air bags). The contacted called the dealer months ago and they indicated that the part had not been available to schedule the recall repair. The contact was unable to verify when the vehicle would be repaired and was advised to contact the manufacturer to determine when the parts may be supplied to the dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Engine failure due to sludge buildup despite better than recommended maintenance.
Tl* the contact owned a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, she attempted to avoid another vehicle from crashing into the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a concrete wall and the air bags deployed. The front passenger sustained face injuries from the plastic cover from the air bags and required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a police lot. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000. The VIN was not available.
We we on interstate 55 in memphis tn, headed south, traveling at 55 when the car accelerator began to stick and the car increased in speed, so I stayed on the brakes until I could smell the brakes, so at the southhaven exit we turned the engine off, and coast until we could stop, and turn the motor back on and the car was still idle, and suddenly went back to normal. We drove all the way to water valley, ms we the car did the same thing and we followed the same procedure until we made it home at 456 county road 176, water valley, ms. My husband had just left the hospital in memphis where he had back surgery.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the issue recurred numerous times in the same day. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown. Updated 1/21/16 *ss
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. While driving at 55 MPH, the contact crashed into an animal. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was not injured and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 57,000.
It was christmas eve we were leaving a friends house headed home I was at a stop sign making a right turn when I started to smell rubber burning but assumed it was the car ahead of me I started to pick up speed I was in a 35mph zone when we heard a loud boom I pulled over at a local park. I looked to see my driver side back tire was facing inward and would not stand straight I call my father inlaw who is a mechanic and he replaced the lower control arm. I am now having to replace the front passenger side now because it is sitting on the side of the road for a second time.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear driver's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ball joint and the control arm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 09f056000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 99,000. Updated 3/24/15
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Questions about the 2001 Chrysler Sebring
Is the 2001 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Owners have filed 242 complaints about the 2001 Chrysler Sebring, 2.0 times a typical Sebring model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2001 Chrysler Sebring year score?
The 2001 Chrysler Sebring scores 43 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chrysler Sebring: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chrysler Sebring?
Engine and cooling, with 91 complaints, typically around 78,467 miles. Next is airbags (29).
How many recalls does the 2001 Chrysler Sebring have?
9 recalls, covering air bags, power train and seats.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Chrysler Sebring engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V299002. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Chrysler Sebring get?
Official estimates for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring range from 20 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 18-20 city and 25-28 highway.
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