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2004 Chrysler Sebring Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
4about this part
Share
2%of 220 total for the year
Median mileage
38,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 2% of the 220 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 38,000 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.

“The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that the driver's side front door lock is inoperative, preventing him from opening the door from inside the passenger compartment. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for repair; however, the part is on back order. The contact has to wait 6-8 weeks to have the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 38,000.”

NHTSA complaint #10235149, filed 2008-07, 38,000 miles

“Interior door handles have an aluminum tape or sheet over them, and is coming off on the edges, leaving a razor sharp edge that several people have sliced their hands on. I don't see anything in the recalls, but wonder if you have received similar complaints. Any suggestions how to remedy the situation? Thank you.”

NHTSA complaint #10190754, filed 2007-05

“Vehicle was vandalized. The thief broke into the vehicle by pulling up on the handle of the automobile and using some tool to pop open the lock. They stole over $130 worth of cds. Cell phone equipment and irs papers that contained my social security number.”

NHTSA complaint #10060063, filed 2004-02

“Air bag lights come on while driving down the road. Driver side door does not close properly. Chrysler has not repaired because they claim they can't find problem.”

NHTSA complaint #10107580, filed 2005-01

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200821%
200721%
200611%
200511%
200442%
200210%
200110%
200022%
199974%
199873%
199710%
199631%
199532%

Other parts of the 2004 Chrysler Sebring

Engine cooling
52 complaints
Air bags
32 complaints
Suspension
26 complaints
Electrical system
23 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
23 complaints
Vehicle speed control
20 complaints
Fuel system
15 complaints
Brakes
13 complaints
Seats
12 complaints
Engine
11 complaints
Body and structure
10 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology