1997 Chrysler Sebring engine and engine cooling problems
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine check light illuminated, indicating a malfunction within system, cause unknown.dealer replaced the oxygen sensor which did not correct the problem. I had the oxygen sensor replaced again along with a exhaust manifold- still did not correct the problem. Check engine light on again! Driving at…”
filed Dec 31, 2004
“While driving at approximately 45 mph, noticed smoke coming from the rear of vehicle. Pulled vehicle over to side of road and checked under the hood. Head gaskets were leaking oil from the engine. Drove vehicle to dealership, and mechanic confirmed what problem was. Had not had head gaskets…”
filed Sep 29, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Sebring years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Sebring | 4 | 5% |
| 2009 Sebring | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 Sebring | 10 | 4% |
| 2007 Sebring | 37 | 11% |
| 2006 Sebring | 10 | 8% |
| 2005 Sebring | 8 | 11% |
| 2004 Sebring | 52 | 24% |
| 2003 Sebring | 6 | 14% |
| 2002 Sebring | 48 | 23% |
| 2001 Sebring | 89 | 37% |
| 2000 Sebring | 7 | 8% |
| 1999 Sebring | 10 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.