Window & Wiper complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 3% | 34,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% | 29,000 miles |
| 2008 | 6 | 3% | 90,000 miles |
| 2007 | 8 | 2% | 68,000 miles |
| 2006 | 3 | 2% | 70,000 miles |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% | 26,000 miles |
| 2004 | 6 | 2% | 11,000 miles |
| 2003 | 1 | 1% | 2,000 miles |
| 2002 | 13 | 4% | 40,000 miles |
| 2001 | 12 | 3% | 21,000 miles |
| 2000 | 8 | 5% | 93,000 miles |
| 1999 | 8 | 3% | 83,000 miles |
| 1998 | 16 | 5% | 52,000 miles |
| 1997 | 16 | 6% | 50,000 miles |
| 1996 | 28 | 7% | 80,000 miles |
| 1995 | 5 | 4% | — |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The check engine light came on aug 2016. Garage says it needs a new integrated control module, told them to order one, they said it will take several months because 100's are on back order, they said to go ahead and drive the car. The windshield wipers are not working now (June 2017) and the garage says it is because of the integrated control module. The module is still on back order and we are number 450 or such. This seems to be a common problem the the Sebring (now Chrysler 200). We wonder what will go wrong next, will the engine die or worse maybe it will speed out of control.
Wipers have a mind of their own. Sometimes they just quit working during a rain storm and other times they change speed on their own and other times they stop right in your field of vision during a rain storm. You can sometimes get them working again by pulling off the road if you can do safely and shut the car off and restart it and things go back to normal. I had a mechanic look at it and there is nothing wrong mechanically wrong with the wiper motor or linkage. The problem is with the integrated body computer that controls the wiper system. I told my Chrysler dealership about it and they said that there wasn't a recall about it yet and that yes it is the computer that is the problem and other people are having the same problem. This is a serious safety problem that needs fixed before there are fatal accidents.
3 seperate but related events. My horn began honking at random times, eventually I could not turn it off while in my parking garage at work. Ended up removing battery connection to stop the honking. When I arrived home I disconnected the horns. My wipers randomly do not work. I've had to rely on rainx. Sometimes they work and other times I cant turn them off. They sometimes stop in the middle of the window. Last issue was complete loss of power while driving at 70mph. Luckily I was able to pull over. Strange thing was it started right back up. But 10 miles later the same thing happened. Based on these 3 things happening within the last month I think it is part of the TIPM module. Many complaints and this item is part of a class action law suit and a voluntary recall for other Chrysler vehicle in the same year range as my vehicle.
Purchased vehicle used in August 2015, owner told us the wipers did not work but he had the motor and we installed the wiper motor. This did not work. So we researched this vechicle for recalls and we found that Chrysler has had a problem with this TIPM part but was not being responsible for a recall. This part cost us $650.00 and the wipers now do work but there is a noise that is still there and some of the caution lights do not go out. The car works but do not go that far in it due to the reviews we had read about this TIPM part and the engine May stop working.
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. Windshield wipers either won't work or won't shut off. Front windows are unusable, the track broke and back windows don't have power to make them work. Airbag and abs lights always flashing on dash and warning bell goes off all the time. Now my High beam wires have completely crumbled and radio takes 5-10 minutes to come on. Obviously a major electrical issue. I've lost my job thanks to the "reliability" of this money pit. Owned 3 years, problems began then. Today all lights are flashing, the air starts blowing high, wipers go on. I stop at light and it shuts off. Had to push off busy road. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler Sebring. While driving 40 MPH, the wipers and headlights became inoperable without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and repaired; however, the failure recurred. The VIN was excluded from any recalls. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 181,080.
Passenger door master switch malfunction, driver window rolled down by itself during ice storm while driving on highway would not roll back up. Had to purchase and replace with new switch. Faulty rear camber in both right and left rear wheels. Both leaning inwards about 12 degrees, ruined 2 new tires, had to spend $670 for camber kit, and $200 for (new) new tires. Transmission herky jerky.
There has been a film on the windshield ever since I bought this car. I have tried to clean it with several things advised and even took it to a place that cleans vehicles in our area, but no matter what, the film is still there. I have bought at least 3 new, different types of windshield wipers. There is a spot here and there on the windshield where you will have clear vision but it is not where it is needed. I have tried cleaning the blades also because of build up and the squeak is awful. This car has been the biggest disappointment and lemon that I have ever bought.
Related recalls (1)
Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
The electrical contacts in the power mirror switch can accumulate road salt due to water entering into the switch.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power mirror switch with a newly designed switch.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler Sebring years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 1996 (28), 1997 (16), 1998 (16), 2002 (13) and 2001 (12) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 7% of all complaints for the 1996.
Is there a recall for Chrysler Sebring window & wiper problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 97V-015 (rearview mirrors/devices, Feb 10, 1997). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chrysler Sebring window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 52,000 miles; 52% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the power window devices and controls (36 mentions), followed by the windshield (21).
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.