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This 2007 Chrysler Sebring has 339 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2007 Chrysler Sebring Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2007 Chrysler Sebring trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2007 Chrysler Sebring Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
CHRYSLER SEBRING 2007 has 339 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls. Top issues include electrical faults (121 complaints), engine problems (79), and airbag malfunctions (72). Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Sebring
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 339
- Crash-related complaints
- 18
- Safety recall campaigns
- 7
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2007 Chrysler Sebring problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Airbag Malfunctions. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2007 Chrysler Sebring?
The 2007 Sebring is a high-risk purchase due to numerous electrical and engine complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and only consider it after a thorough inspection and recall verification.
Electrical faults and engine problems can lead to costly repairs and safety risks, while airbag malfunctions directly affect occupant protection.
May Suit
This year may suit budget-conscious buyers willing to accept higher maintenance risks and who can perform or afford frequent repairs.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking reliable daily transportation or those uncomfortable with potential electrical and engine issues should avoid this year.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Chrysler Sebring
Inspection Focus
- Inspect all electrical systems, including power windows, locks, and dashboard lights.
- Check engine for unusual noises, leaks, and check engine light history.
- Verify airbag warning light operation and recall status.
Before You Close the Deal
- Have a mechanic inspect all electrical components for faults.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
- Test drive to check for unintended acceleration or brake issues.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Chrysler Sebring shows a high number of electrical faults (121 complaints) and engine problems (79 complaints), along with airbag malfunctions (72 complaints). These patterns suggest significant reliability concerns for potential buyers. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, the 2007 Sebring has a notably high complaint count, but data for other years is not provided.
Recall context: With 7 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Electrical faults account for 121 complaints, the highest of any component.
- Engine problems total 79 complaints, indicating frequent powertrain issues.
- Airbag malfunctions represent 72 complaints, a serious safety concern.
- Electrical Faults: 121 complaints suggest widespread wiring or module failures.
- Engine Problems: 79 complaints point to potential stalling or performance issues.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 72 complaints indicate possible non-deployment or inadvertent deployment.
Full breakdown
All 2007 Chrysler Sebring complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Chrysler Sebring. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 121 | 3 | 6 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 79 | 3 | 10 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 72 | 12 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 40 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 40 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 34 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 | — | 2 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 19 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 14 | — | 4 | — | |
| Gasoline | 14 | — | 4 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | — | 2 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Chrysler Sebring. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Tire sensor key coming on after refill tire and goes on and off and this are short and I seen it in the recall that you were replaced it free of charge. I need to set up appointment to have it done.
I've had to replace the battery in this 3 times. Alternator 1. And Throttle Body Position Sensor twice. And now it's all starting to act up again. Car stalls, no reason, all dashboard warning lights flash and it stalls. No dashboard lights at night. Occasionally they flicker. Win…
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission failed to shift out of 1st gear. In addition, the contact lives in a hot climate, and the A/C was not functioning as needed. The contact stated that the hatchback occasional…
UNKNOWN Put car into park and went into store came out and could not get car to shift out of park
New battery, plugs and wires, new alternator. It will run for 5 seconds after jumping, then lights pop on and it dies. When jumping the negative also throws a spark while trying to start.
There were 7 recalls on my make, year, model vehicle. Three of which were Brakes, Air Bags, and the TPMS tire monitoring system. Other body parts, doors and hood releases had recalls along with hvac/air conditioning systems. Radiator/fan motor failures. Doors flying open du…
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. Due to the failure, the horn and cruise control functions were inoperable. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who determined that the clockspring wa…
I was sitting in the driver's seat with seat belt buckle up around myself with nothing else in the car besides myself and the airbag light came on the dash panel. It's stays on everytime I start the car and been that way for maybe little over a year.
HORN STOPPED WORKING AND AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. IT STOP WORKING WHILE I TRIED PRESSING ON THE HORN WHILE DRIVING.
ECM FAILURE, ELECTRONIC THROTTLE FAILURE AND THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAVING ISSUSES.
I WAS RIDING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY DAUGHTER IN PASSENGER SEAT WHEN SUDDENLY MY ENGINE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE RPM'S SHOT UP TO ABOUT 7,000 AND CONTINUED IF ACCELERATOR WAS PRESS. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. CALL AAA TO HAVE CAR TOWED TO MY DESTINATION. THE CAR WAS NOW IN W…
INSTRUMENTAL CLUSTER DASH LIGHTS IS DEFECTIVE PART. *TR
CHRYSLER ISSUED A RECALL BULLETIN ON AUG 30, 2010 "K16 A/T SHIFT INTERLOCK LEVER SPRING"- THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER INTERLOCK SPRING RETAINER HOOK MAY BREAK RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION. ALTHOUGH THEY REPLACED THE S…
MY CAR STALLS WHEN I AM STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. NO LIGHTS OR WARNINGS, JUST STALLS.
VERY MAJOR PROBLEM. ON A COLD START, IF THE CAR WAS OFF FOR AT LEAST 6 HOURS, IT CRANKS AND CRANKS AND CRANKS FOR ABOUT 8 SECONDS BEFORE STARTING, WHEN IT DOES START, IT REVS ALL THE WAY TO 2500 RPMS BY ITSELF AND SLOWLY GOES DOWN. IF I TRY TO PUT IT IN DRIVE BEFORE IT STOPS REVV…
THROTTLE BODY WENT BAD WHICH WAS VERY DANGEROUS AS MY SON WAS DRIVING CAR AND IT SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND MY SON WAS NEARLY HIT BY ANOTHER CAR. THE PLASTIC GEARS IN THIS PART SHOULD BE RECALLED AND FIXED BEFORE THERE IS A LARGE LAWSUIT AGAINST DODGE/CHRYSLER FOR A POORLY DESIGNED…
I HEARD A LOT OF PEOPLES HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE THERMOSTAT ON A CHRYSLER SEBRING 2007 GOING BAD AND I WAS WANTING Y'ALL TO PUT IT ON A RECALL BECAUSE A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THEIR THERMOSTATS ON THESE MODELS OF CARS AND IF YOU NEED TO CONTACT ME ME ON THIS MATTER M…
2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO AIRBAG LIGHT SWITCHING ON AND OFF, BRAKE LIGHT UNDER TRUNK MELTED HOLDING BULB AND CONNECTION, AND HOUSING MELTED. *AS *JS
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO MOVE. ALSO, ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING WENT OUT. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, THE VEHICLE DROVE NORMALLY TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE V…
THE DOOR LOCK . THE PIECE THAT POP'S UP AND DOWN . IF YOU HAVE THE WINDOW DOWN AND GOT YOUR RESTING ON THE DOOR WHEN YOU START DOWN THE ROAD AND THE DOORS LOCK AUTOMATICALLY THE PIECE THAT MOVES UP AND DOWN WHEN IT GOES DOWN IT WILL PINCH YOUR SKIN BAD AS IT TRYS TO PULL YOUR SKI…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Safety recalls
2007 Chrysler Sebring recalls
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Chrysler Sebring. With 7 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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Questions
2007 Chrysler Sebring buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Chrysler Sebring reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 339 owner complaints, 18 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Sebring is a high-risk purchase due to numerous electrical and engine complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and only consider it after a thorough inspection and recall verification. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chrysler Sebring?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (121 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (79 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (72 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Chrysler Sebring?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Chrysler Sebring?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Chrysler Sebring, NHTSA complaints include 18 crash-related reports and 21 fire reports out of 339 total complaints. 10 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?▾
Yes. 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Chrysler Sebring. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. With 7 recalls, it is critical to verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Chrysler Sebring?▾
The 2007 Sebring is a high-risk purchase due to numerous electrical and engine complaints. Buyers should proceed with caution and only consider it after a thorough inspection and recall verification. Electrical faults and engine problems can lead to costly repairs and safety risks, while airbag malfunctions directly affect occupant protection. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Sebring reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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