NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls and 263 owner complaints for the 1999 Chrysler Sebring. Most complaints involve power train (53) and structure (44). The EPA rates it 20–23 mpg combined.
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 BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.
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 RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.
IMPORT PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 30,351 FUEL FILTERS SOLD TO AND BRANDED BY THE AFFINIA GROUP AS CARQUEST P/N 86523, NAPA P/N 3523, AND WIX P/N 33523 FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THESE FILTERS MAY DEVELOP A LEAK IN THE HOSE ASSEMBLY AND/OR CONNECTORS DUE TO IMPROPERLY ADHERED LINE CONNECTORS.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Sebring model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 433 |
| 1997 | 294 |
| 1998 | 319 |
| 1999 | 263 |
| 2000 | 172 |
| 2001 | 269 |
| 2002 | 234 |
| 2003 | 74 |
| 2004 | 291 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 138 |
| 2007 | 339 |
| 2008 | 352 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 104 |
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM 24, 1020 BELMONT ST, BROCKTON, MA, 02301) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A FRACTURE IN THE CAMSHAFT TIMING AND THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT IT WAS A SAFETY HAZARD TO WORK ON THE VEHICLE DUE TO ITS CONDITION. THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 170,000.”
“I HAVE A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING WHICH HAS HAD THE BALL JOINT COME OUT OF BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE OF THE FRONT 2 WHEELS ABOUT 6 MONTHS APART. THIS HAS CAUSED DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE WHICH I HAVE REPAIRED. I AM VERY CONCERNED ABOUT MY SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY BECAUSE THIS LAST TIME I WAS ABOUT A MILE AWAY FROM GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY. I FEEL THAT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND WONDER ABOUT RECALLS AND IF I SHOULD BE REIMBURSED. THE TOW TO MY HOME WAS $106, THE TOW TO THE MECHANIC WAS $65 AND THE MECHANIC BILL WAS $303. THIS IS JUST THE DRIVERS SIDE. THIS HAPPENED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AS WELL AND I FEEL I SHOULD BE REIMBURSED FOR BOTH. DOCUMENTS OF THESE CHARGES CAN DEFINITELY BE PROVIDED IF NEEDED. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THIS HAPPENING AGAIN, NOT JUST MY OWN CAR BUT ANYONE ELSE THAT MAY BE DRIVING ONE OF THESE VEHICLES. PLEASE LET ME KNOW EITHER WAY. THANK YOU. *TR”
“DRIVING DOWN ROAD, AROUND 10 MILES A HOUR, THE CAR SUDDENLY WENT CLUNK ON THE LEFT SIDE, AND WOULD NOT MOVE. GOT OUT TO CHECK, AND THE ENTIRE PIECE THAT HOLDS THE TIRE ON WAS LAYING ON THE INTERIOR OF THE TIRE RIM.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 29 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| Sebring Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Sebring Convertible Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L, CLKUP · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 22 | $2,850 | 404 |
| Sebring Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,100 | 444 |
| Sebring Convertible Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L, CLKUP · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,100 | 444 |
| Sebring Convertible Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L, VMODE CLKUP · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,100 | 444 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
12 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 263 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (53), structure (44), suspension (33). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 1999 Chrysler Sebring at 20–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).