1998 Chrysler Sebring Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 6%of 267 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the visibility of the 1998 Chrysler Sebring, 6% of the 267 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased a 1998 Chrysler Sebring lxi the car has numerous problems, one is the control arm in the vehicle. This is a list of other evac problems - I was told that there was a recall on my vehicle for various problems - please advice - need help - called Chrysler dealerships and first they said my vehicle was not affected - then they tell me they can charge me $149.00 to reset the computer catalyst(g)/nmhccatalyst(d) evaporative system(g)/ unsupportive(d) 02 sensor(g) exhaust gas sensor(d) 02 sensor heater (g) pm filter (d) EGR/vvt (g,d) po455 evaporative emission system leak detected…”
NHTSA complaint #10482488, filed 2012-10, 131,000 miles“The complaint is the obstruction in seeing out of the rear view mirror. Spoke to the manufacturer and was told that there is nothing that can be done since that is the design of the automobile. I was also told that he would turn over my complaint to engineering.”
NHTSA complaint #537611, filed 1998-06“Major problems with the windshield fogging up. More of a problem during the summer months. Doesn't matter if the convertible top is open or closed. Have had to look out the side windows to visualize the highway. Date listed is just one of the times we experienced problems!”
NHTSA complaint #10045552, filed 2003-11“Brake system - caliper installed incorrectly at factory causing rotor and pad on front/driver's side to fail. Remaining pads/rotors in fair condition. Plastic exterior door panel on driver's side falls off will speed above 45mph. Sunroof fails to open or close. Battery died. Anti-theft not working”
NHTSA complaint #707082, filed 1999-06“Leakage of oily substance from mirror. Distortion of mirror reflective surface. Interior lights filled with substance. Damage to car interior around gear shift. Dripped on hand while shifting to reverse. Very difficult to remove from skin. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #767610, filed 2002-09Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 6 | 3% |
| 2007 | 11 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 10 | 5% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 14 | 6% |
| 2000 | 7 | 8% |
| 1999 | 7 | 4% |
| 1998 | 16 | 6% |
| 1997 | 14 | 7% |
| 1996 | 28 | 8% |
| 1995 | 7 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chrysler Sebring
65 complaintsBrakes
35 complaintsSuspension
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
23 complaintsWheels
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsTires
14 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chrysler Sebring
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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