Headlight complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 1% | 13,000 miles |
| 2009 | 3 | 7% | 243,000 miles |
| 2008 | 11 | 5% | 75,000 miles |
| 2007 | 20 | 6% | 100,000 miles |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% | 180,000 miles |
| 2005 | 3 | 2% | 84,000 miles |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% | 40,000 miles |
| 2003 | 3 | 4% | 4,000 miles |
| 2002 | 7 | 2% | 75,000 miles |
| 2001 | 5 | 1% | 55,000 miles |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1999 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 1998 | 3 | 1% | 131,000 miles |
| 1997 | 4 | 1% | 76,000 miles |
| 1996 | 6 | 1% | 109,000 miles |
| 1995 | 2 | 2% | — |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The lights went out alot and I would giggle the wire to get them to fully turn on. Then that stopped working. We have tried different routes of trying to get them to work but nothing will. It can only be driven during the day now.
I was on my way to work. All the warning light appeared on my dash. Then all the warning light, radio, speedometer gage and all head light and tail lights went out. I was driving in the dark. My engine bogged down no power. I was barley moving. I replaced the battery no difference. I replaced the alternator worked for 3 minutes and then the car was back to the same as before. I contacted a nearby mechanic facility they told me that it was most definitely the fuse panel under the hood. That's its not a recall but a lawsuit replacement. I notified the manufacturer and they told me my Vin number was not under recall. I'm confused on what to do not. I'm in no way able to purchase a new vehicle at this time. Nor spend hundreds or thousands in repairs. Please help.
Horn and passenger side low beam went out on my 4-cyl. 2.4l 2008 Chrysler Sebring sedan about a month ago. I replaced the bulb, which is labor intensive on this car in itself and the low beam still did not work. I tested the new bulb and it worked fine. I moved the bulb to the drivers side headlamp and it worked fine. The harness for the bulb connector carries a 12v current but still the low beam does not work. Every online search points to a faulty TIPM(totally integrated power module). I can't afford a new one at $595 and that's if I replace it myself. I'm unable to find a compatible used part at salvage yards in the area and Chrysler dealer says there is currently a month long national backorder on the part and is unsure if I'll have a replacement in a month. This alone should be a red flag that there is an underlying issue at Chrysler. …
Dashboard was dim with airbag indicator light always on when purchased. The problems started with dashboard lights going in and out and the wipers not working properly around November of last year. Was told fuses needed to be changed, so they were. Same issue. Then 3 months ago taillight bulb went out, changed it and the taillights have not worked since. Was told it has to be taken to dealer authorized shop for electrical box repair after taking car to three different shops who all said they could not find the issue. Today battery looking light came on and before I could turn around to go back home the car immediately shut off and would not start without a jump. The lightning bolt in parentheses came up and car accelerated without my foot being on gas but would not go above 30 MPH once I made it home it turned off and refuses to start 6 hrs later. …
Interior dash lights flicker on and off at night, sometimes remaing off. As such, speedometer isn't illuminated, as well as other guages. I googled this condition and by the responses I saw, this is a widespread problem in the Chrysler Sebring and there should be an immediate recall before someone gets hurt from diverting attention from the road to the dash situation. This happens if the vehicle is stopped, moving, turning, on a city street and in highway conditions. It happens when traveling on smooth pavement or rougher conditions. The vehicle is in like new condition and has never been wrecked.
Purchased 2005 Sebring convertible in early 2006 with 18,000 miles on it. Was pushed into an extended warranty that has went out of business. Car cruise control quit working, was a wiring issue, had to have steering wheel tore apart and repaired. Dealer cost $374. Interior lights in car flicker and continue to flicker. Car goes into gear hard sometimes, like a clunk. No the blower motor in the vehicle has went out and the car only has 84,000 miles on it. If you google this vehicle for blowers it is all over the internet, a manufacturer problem that only has a service bulletin. How nice of Chrysler to know they have thousands of this issue and they do nothing about it. I am very displeased with the problems I am experiencing with this vehicle. Signed a very upset customer.
My car lights on the inside do not turn on have tried replacing all fuses the radio also will not come on also have tried replacing fuses the right door does not latc and can only be opened from the inside the left door only can open from the outside the steering wheel makes a noise when trying to turn and tries to locked up but I do have steering fluid in there the right back blinker stops working at random timessage even with a new bulb the seat belt light blinks and dings even with seat belts on also the oilast light comes on even with oil in it and the horn does not work.
Headlights and brake lights turn off. Dealer states that the multi-function switch is defective and needs replacing. Google search has several similar complaints in forums by other Chrysler owners. A few stating that they flash on an off while they are driving at night. The dealer tapped the part for me and they turn on...tap again...they turn off. The dealer charges 300 to replace this part. Are they replacing it with another part that will go defective or have they fixed the root cause of the problem. This is a huge safety issue. Our headlights should be reliable...
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler Sebring years have headlight problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2007 (20), 2008 (11), 2002 (7), 1996 (6) and 2001 (5) model years. Headlight complaints make up 6% of all complaints for the 2007.
Is there a recall for Chrysler Sebring headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for any Chrysler Sebring model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Chrysler Sebring headlight problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 87,000 miles; 23% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the headlights (7 mentions), followed by the fog lights (4).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.