1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 68 |
| 1997 | 77 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 78 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 121 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 62 |
| 2005 | 39 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SEAT BELT FAILURE. PH
NHTSA ODI report, 20030207
8% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT "PULL OUT". AT FIRST IT ONLY HAPPENED SPORADICALLY AND FOR SHORT DURATION. PROBLEM OCCURRED MORE OFTEN UNTIL BELTS HAVE NOT WORKED AT ALL FOR PAST 2-3 WEEKS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120712
6% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE CRUISE CONTROL APPLICATION DOES NOT CONSISTENTLY FOLLOW THE COMANDS AS DESCRIBED ON PAGE 66 OF THE OWNERS MANUAL. (1) THE CRUISE WILL NOT REGULARLY SET A DESIRED SPEED, UNLESS THE CANCEL BUTTON IS PRESSED FOLLOWING THE ON/OFF BUTTON.
NHTSA ODI report, 20001129
SAFETY TIMELINE
AUTO TRANS IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO AL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853
Campaign 04V021000 — check if this car was fixed
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINI
Remedy: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.
Campaign 09E056000 — check if this car was fixed
FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.
Campaign 10E059000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V021000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E056000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10E059000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.