1998 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 13%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 1998 Chrysler Sebring Convertible, 13% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After having two hydraulic pistons for the convertible top replaced by the dealer=courtesy Chrysler,jeep of casselberry,florida=and paying $518 ,I proceeded to lower the top to check it out,I heard a snap or cracking noise and the top lowered into position on the passenger side while staying about six inches above proper seating. This happened in front of the repair mgr's office . The mgr and repair man claimed it was not their responsibility and they would fix it by buying another roof siderail and install it for another $1200.”
NHTSA complaint #10021139, filed 2003-06, 57,000 miles“Dt: the contact stated while driving at 60 MPH the hood separated from the vehicle and fell off. There were no injuries reported with the incident. Chrysler has been contacted. They offered no free remedy. He had no prior problems with the hood.”
NHTSA complaint #10141725, filed 2005-11, 125,000 miles“Convertible roof fabric stitching was coming apart, causing the rear window to fall. As a result, the consumer stapled the fabric together every three months in order to keep the window from falling out.”
NHTSA complaint #10079346, filed 2004-06, 68,000 miles“(1) rained (2) cars panels and interior retaining and filling up with water (3) cannot find leak, another owner of same model experiencing the same problem drilled holes in the rocker panel to release water - did not release or resolve. Having to scoop out water and wet-vac daily. Causing mildew, standing water, sound of water in the panels.”
NHTSA complaint #10171696, filed 2006-10“1998 Chrysler sebring convetiible top is fraying around all the edges. Around the back window the top has come away from the bottom and the sides of the window.”
NHTSA complaint #10068411, filed 2004-05Related service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10216454Mar 20, 201382212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New…
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chrysler Sebring Convertible
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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