2001 Chrysler Sebring body problems

13 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 10,066. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 13
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 10,066
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Body
4
Body: door
3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chrysler Sebring body problems in other years

Related recalls

Structure: frame and members: underbody shieldsReported September 18, 2000 · 4,504 vehicles affected

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

What 2001 Chrysler Sebring owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 1, 2013 · Airbags, Body · OH · crash · 1 injury

I was going down 250 at 40 MPH and a woman stopped in front of me not giving me enough time to stop and I rear-ended her. The front drivers side was smashed and the airbag did not deploy. I was taking to the emergency room with injury to my back and head.

Filed Oct 17, 2011 · Body · 59,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring. The contact stated after rainy weather conditions water would leak onto the front driver's side carpet. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the defect was related to the firewall seal. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

Filed Dec 2, 2008 · Body · VA

When it rains the back floor board on passenger side will be filled up with water I mean a puddle of water cant seem to find a leak anywhere.

Filed Nov 2, 2005 · Body, Engine · 10,066 miles · PA

Consumer replaced rear defrost on chrysler sebring on numerous occasions. *ts the rear defroster does not work. The rear vision glass needed to be replaced. Chrysler offered the consumer a 50/50 split. Also the drivers side window rattled, red fluid was found in the consumer's driveway due to transmission pan and cooler line leakage, the convertible was leaking on the drivers side window area due to weather strip and there was a slow leak in the r/r tire due to a hole.

Filed Apr 14, 2004 · Body, Electrical · 42,800 miles · CT

The passenger rear and front floor is completely soaked after driving in the rain. The service technician stated that there is a leak in both the front and rear doors. At the same time, the heater/AC fan does not work. It will only be on when the selector is turned to 4, otherwise it is off. Technican says the resistor is blown.

Filed May 2, 2003 · Body · FL

The inside door handle, where the chrome materials separated, cause cuts on the consumers finger every time the door was opened. The dealer was notified and notified the consumer that the warranty was expired.

Filed May 1, 2003 · Body · FL · 1 injury

The door panel separated from the door and caused injuries.

Filed May 1, 2003 · Body · FL · 1 injury

All four of the vehicles door handles started peeling which caused injury to the consumers hands.

Filed Mar 31, 2003 · Body · NY

Vehicle leaks water. Mr where the a pillar molding meets the headliner above the consumes head. Water dripped down on the consumers knee, control panel and the floors. The dealer has been unable to correct the leaking problem.

Filed Mar 17, 2003 · Body, Electrical · 7,980 miles · CA

After it rained, water collected in a puddle on the back interior floorboard. The dealer previously suspected the water came from the door seals and replaced them, however the leak resurfaced and it did not come from door seals. Consumer believed the leak came from the chassis. *jb other problems are as followed: cd player malfunctioned, A/C unit failed and was repaired two times, the door panel was replaced, the steering column was replaced/squealed when turned/repair kit was installed/clockspring was replaced, the vehicle wouldn't start, there were electrical problems, a loud sound had come from the brakes, the window buttons were loose at the switch, and the engine cranked but did not start and was found to be flooded. Scc

Questions about the 2001 Chrysler Sebring body

Does the 2001 Chrysler Sebring have body problems?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the body of the 2001 Chrysler Sebring, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Chrysler Sebring body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 10,066 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Chrysler Sebring body?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V278000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chrysler Sebring have the most body problems?

The Chrysler Sebring model years with the most body complaints are 1998 (65 complaints), 1996 (39 complaints) and 1999 (31 complaints).