2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
6 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Horn started going off by itself and would not stop while driving. This is dangerous and could cause a crash. This has happened numerous times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-08
I was driving I came to the red light all of a sudden I hear this ding as if my seat belt was not on and the radio goes completely out. I try turning it back on and nothing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-08-23
Air bags
4 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.
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The horn goes off intermittently and eventually the only alternative is to disconnect it, because of poor assembly from Chrysler, they attached the horn to the airbag and the entire system has to be replaced- if the horn does not work, neither...
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-01-13
Structure
2 of 11 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Driving on 195 west heavy rain vehicle hydroplates in front of us no where to go but to hit the other vehicle imy main question is my airbags never came out..questioning defect...my vehicle was totaled and towed away I am the owner of this...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-28
Also filed under Engine
Steering
2 of 11 total reports mention: steering.
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Since purchasing vehicle in 2006 the horn has been going off by itself.. Whether driving or sitting stationary. I have had to bang on the horn pad area to get it to stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-31
Also filed under Suspension
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
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My car, 2005 Chrysler sebring, 2.4 dual over head (VIN [xxx]) has a broken motor mount bracket (Front). It is on national back order and cannot be attained in the near future.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-05-16
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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 Sedan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10E059000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.