1998 Chrysler Sebring structure problems
65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1998 Chrysler Sebring — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 chrysler sebring. While parked, the contact noticed water leaking onto the front driver side floor board. Additionally, the distributor failed twice. The contact noticed a whining sound coming from the engine and an increase in the vehicle temperature. The vehicle was…”
filed Nov 6, 2012
“I purchased a 1998 chrysler sebring lxi the car has numerous problems, one is the control arm in the vehicle. This is a list of other evac problems - I was told that there was a recall on my vehicle for various problems - please advice - need help - called chrysler dealerships and first they said…”
filed Oct 28, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Sebring years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Sebring | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 Sebring | 13 | 5% |
| 2007 Sebring | 8 | 2% |
| 2006 Sebring | 7 | 6% |
| 2005 Sebring | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 Sebring | 10 | 5% |
| 2003 Sebring | 4 | 10% |
| 2002 Sebring | 12 | 6% |
| 2001 Sebring | 13 | 5% |
| 2000 Sebring | 12 | 13% |
| 1999 Sebring | 31 | 18% |
| 1997 Sebring | 18 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 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.