Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2001 Chrysler Sebring recalls
Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
NHTSA campaign 16V401000 · reported June 3, 2016 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 16,315 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus vehicles, equipped with beige interiors. The affected vehicles were previously repaired for a recall issue using an incorrect part. The incorrect part may not prevent the passenger side sun visor from detaching if the passenger frontal air bag deploys and the passenger side sun visor is folded down in a certain position.
- The risk
- If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify the affected owners. Dealers will install the correct tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2016, owners will be sent a second email when parts are available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module
NHTSA campaign 15V338000 · reported June 2, 2015 · Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. · 443,442 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles, the passenger side sun visor may be folded down in such a position that, if the passenger frontal air bag deploys, the passenger side sun visor may detach.
- The risk
- If the passenger side sun visor detaches and is propelled rearward, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
- The fix
- 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. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-15-005. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R30.
Power train: automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines
NHTSA campaign 01V011002 · reported January 16, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 28,439 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose manufacturing process allowed the reinforcement yard to breach the inner layer of some automatic transmission hoses weakening the inner wall which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
- The risk
- Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the transaxle oil cooler hoses. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seats
NHTSA campaign 01V005002 · reported January 8, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 20 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the bolts may not properly secure the seat and could cause increased injury to the driver of the vehicle.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. Owner notification began february 5, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Child seat
NHTSA campaign 00V366000 · reported November 9, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,211,756 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NHTSA campaign 00V320002 · reported October 27, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 3,480 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The outer layer only of this 3-layer fuel return hose does not contain the desired ozone protection due to a processing error.
- The risk
- This hose is considered to be inadequate.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel return hose.
Air bags: frontal
NHTSA campaign 00V306000 · reported October 12, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 419 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Passenger air bags were built with suspect aluminum extrusion sections which may not retain the air bag door during an air bag deployment event.
- The risk
- A separated air bag door could injure a vehicle occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the passenger side air bag.
Engine and engine cooling: engine
NHTSA campaign 00V299002 · reported October 2, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 554 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The harness for the crankshaft position sensor could come in contact with a new protective shield causing a grounded circuit.
- The risk
- Prolonged wiring harness contact with the heat shield will cause the wiring insulation to wear and eventually to ground out. This could cause the engine to die-out, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will re-route the crankshaft position sensor harness.
Structure: frame and members, underbody shields
NHTSA campaign 00V278000 · reported September 18, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 4,504 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Through degradation of the bond between the silencer pad and a sheet metal panel (quarter inner upper), the pad may fall onto the map light located in the rear seating area near the c-pillar trim panel (lh and rh). This contact could cause the pad to melt, creating a hot smell and/or smoke during long periods of illumination.
- The risk
- Smoke inhalation could be harmful to vehicle occupants.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove the insulation pad from behind both rear map lights.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Aug 3, 2017 · Suspension · 130,000 miles
I WAS TAKING MY SON TO SCHOOL AND AS I TURNED THE CORNER THE BALL JOINT COMPLETLY POPPED REAL LOUD AND MY LEFT REAR TIRE CAVES IN COMPLETELY. THEN A WEEK LATER THE RIGHT SIDE REAR DID THE SAME THING EXCEPT I WAS ON A LONG STRETCH ROAD AND A LOUD POP, TIRE CAVES IN AND I STARTED SWIRLING UNCONTROLABLY. UNKNOWN AS TO…
Jan 9, 2017 · Air bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V401000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE…
Sep 21, 2016 · Air bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V401000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACTED CALLED THE DEALER MONTHS AGO AND THEY INDICATED THAT THE PART HAD NOT BEEN AVAILABLE TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VERIFY WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD BE…
Aug 2, 2016 · Engine · 87,000 miles
ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO SLUDGE BUILDUP DESPITE BETTER THAN RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE.
Apr 27, 2016 · Air bags · 150,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, SHE ATTEMPTED TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM CRASHING INTO THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL AND THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED FACE INJURIES FROM THE PLASTIC COVER FROM…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 3, 2017.