MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chrysler Sebring

▲ Better than typical
2005 Chrysler Sebring
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:18.845Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
75
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1997: 210 complaints 1998: 267 complaints 1998 1999: 172 complaints 2000: 93 complaints 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2003: 42 complaints 2004: 220 complaints 2005: 75 complaints 2005 75 2006: 120 complaints 2007: 337 complaints 2008: 238 complaints 2009: 43 complaints 2010: 86 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1997: 210 complaints 1997 1998: 267 complaints 1999: 172 complaints 1999 2000: 93 complaints 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2003: 42 complaints 2003 2004: 220 complaints 2005: 75 complaints 2005 75 2006: 120 complaints 2007: 337 complaints 2007 2008: 238 complaints 2009: 43 complaints 2009 2010: 86 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1996 1997: 210 complaints 1997 1998: 267 complaints 1998 1999: 172 complaints 1999 2000: 93 complaints 2000 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2002 2003: 42 complaints 2003 2004: 220 complaints 2004 2005: 75 complaints 2005 75 2006: 120 complaints 2006 2007: 337 complaints 2007 2008: 238 complaints 2008 2009: 43 complaints 2009 2010: 86 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

2005: 75 complaints

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YearComplaints
1995132
1996343
1997210
1998267
1999172
200093
2001242
2002210
200342
2004220
200575
2006120
2007337
2008238
200943
201086
20113
20120
20130

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

32% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Sebring. While driving highways speeds, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power without warning. The dealer was not notified of the failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-30

Air bags

28% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Dt*: the contact stated while driving 60 MPH the left front wheel fractured and broke away from the vehicle. It crashed into a guard rail and proceeded to travel over the guard rail. Neither of the front airbags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-04-04

Also filed under Wheels

Engine and engine cooling

12% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

Power train

11% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.

CRASH

Suspension

9% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing rear and front.

INJURY

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2004-11-15Seat belts04V532000 On certain sedans, the left and right rear outboard retractor and turning loop bolts on the seat belts may not have been properly tightened.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the affected fasteners. The recall began on November 15, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2004-12-27Steering04V579000 On certain sedans and convertible model vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right steering knuckle. The recall began on December 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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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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    2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…

    Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

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    2009-11-09Suspension09E056000 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…

    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.

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    2015-07-20Air bags15V338000 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2005 Chrysler Sebring — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V532000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 04V579000 · Steering
  • Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 09E056000 · Suspension
  • Recall 15V338000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2005 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chrysler Sebring is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chrysler Sebring?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Chrysler Sebring have?
6 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.