1996 Chrysler Sebring Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 343 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 109,008miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 1996 Chrysler Sebring, 1% of the 343 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 109,008 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.
“I was driving my car & listening to music. All of a sudden my passenger side dash speaker started smoking, then was shooting fire. I had a Bubbler drink & splashed it across the dash onto the speaker. It was scary, as I thought my engine might blow up. I took it to the shop, but they were so busy, it sat for a week, & I finally said forget it(I would have been too costly) & I needed my vehicle to get to work. Many things failed after that; gas gauge; speedometer needle; right turn signal; & radio.Other things but just can’t remember at the moment.”
NHTSA complaint #11491258, filed 2022-10“When windows are rolled up, either front or back window will get caught behind the other, not allowing the occupants to exit. Manufacturer has been notified. Windows leak, brakes make noise and sometimes feel like they catch, electric mirrors inoperative, water standing in the drivers rear taillight cover, alarm system inoperative. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #841153, filed 1999-06“3rd brake light on spoiler stopped working, spoiler covers other brake light on vehicle. Dealer stated parts were not available at this time. Consumer will not be able to pass vehicle inspection without light working.”
NHTSA complaint #883219, filed 2001-03Related service bulletins
- 10130080Aug 22, 201605182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number…
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 7% |
| 2008 | 11 | 5% |
| 2007 | 20 | 6% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 | 2 | 5% |
| 2002 | 1 | 0% |
| 2001 | 4 | 2% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 1% |
| 1997 | 2 | 1% |
| 1996 | 4 | 1% |
| 1995 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chrysler Sebring
70 complaintsBrakes
55 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
47 complaintsEngine cooling
39 complaintsBody and structure
39 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsAir bags
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsEquipment
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chrysler Sebring
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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