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Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)Part report

2004 Chrysler Sebring Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems

Complaints
10about this part
Share
5%of 220 total for the year
Median mileage
20,100miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Chrysler Sebring, 5% of the 220 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,100 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“We have two Chrysler sebrings, one is a lxi and the other is a convertible. Both are 2004 models and both of the hoses to the wiper sprayer broke at the bend where the hood closes, next to the window. They have used a plastic tube that is not flexible, and after a few hood openings, it breaks. I would think that all other sebrings would have the same problem, but when I contacted Chrysler, they just brushed me off.”

NHTSA complaint #10152640, filed 2006-03, 8,000 miles

“During normal use of the car, the rear-window defroster stops working. The defroster stops working because a power wire comes disconnected as the tab attached to the glass detaches. The car is a convertible with limited vision to the rear, when the defroster doesn't work the driver's vision is limited even further. This makes driving dangerous. The tab was re-attached at the dealer.”

NHTSA complaint #10162344, filed 2006-07, 23,595 miles

“2004 Chrysler Sebring has a recurring air bag problem. The air bag light warning light would come on and go off numerous times while driving. A seat belt pre-tensioner was required, but that did not resolve the air bag light problem. The A/C would only blow on the highest setting. The left front window made a creaking noise when going up or down. The thermostat and gasket were replaced due to a coolant leak. The driver side mirror was loose.”

NHTSA complaint #10129120, filed 2005-07, 11,284 miles

“After driving car and leaving it parked for 2 days; when going to start it again, the horn didn't work properly (really weak!), and it wouldn't start until several attempts and giving it gas. Also......the rear right side window defrost (wire harness that is soldered to window) popped off the window without reason. When repaired at dealership, the guy said it was the 3rd one he had fixed recently and it was always on the same side of the vehicle. This could cause window to fog up. …”

NHTSA complaint #10154223, filed 2006-03, 23,120 miles

“- the contact took the 2004 Chrysler Sebring with current mileage 50,084 to daimler Chrysler dealership in orlando florida. The manufacturer stated that there was not a problem with the contacts vehicle because the contacts vehicle was not a part of the recall issued for this vehicle. He was having problems with the air bags, horn, front passenger window, and oil light. The contact stated that this problem was first noticed on february 1, 2007. The contact stated that the vehicle was normally driven at 45 MPH. The dealership has not repaired the vehicle. …”

NHTSA complaint #10186461, filed 2007-03, 50,084 miles

Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201033%
200925%
200863%
2007113%
200633%
2004105%
200252%
2001146%
200078%
199974%
1998166%
1997147%
1996288%
199575%

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
Steering
8 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 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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