2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
- 39
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2005
None on file
44% of complaints
Complaints per year
2005: 39 complaints
View as data table
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
44% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle was unstable on the road and suddenly spun out of control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-26
Also filed under Steering
Driving a 2005 Chrysler sebring, started to rain and skidded sideways into a curb. The air bags deployed and smoke started to billow from the steering wheel area. The other bag broke the windshield.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-01-14
Takata recall ? Spontaneous combustion both airbags deployed while driving
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-25
Electrical system
44% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing horn.
Engine and engine cooling
15% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing engine and exhaust system.
Seat belts
13% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing warning light/devices.
Steering
10% · 4 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…
Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
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2011-01-28Suspension10E059000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 10E059000 · Suspension
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- Is the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.