I have a 2005 Chrysler sebring I have owned for 2 years now in 2008 I was driving and heard a loud pop and a thud I got out and noticed that the rear strut mount shattered and the strut was loose so I drove it home and called the dealer they said there is a back order on them due to the constant failure of these so I was able to get 2 from their partner dealership someone instead of fixing…
2005 Chrysler Sebring suspension problems
severe 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900 · see suspension across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 5 suspension complaints filed for the 2005 Chrysler Sebring, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA suspension complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 16 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Front end of the car shakes and makes an awful grinding noise when driving. Unsafe for sure when in motion . Veered off-road
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler sebring. While driving 25 MPH, the contact heard a rubbing sound and attempted to move the vehicle over to the shoulder of the road. As she attempted to pull over, the passenger side ball joint fractured without warning, which caused the control arm to dismantle the front passenger tire. The contact had the vehicle towed to her home due to the failure. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2005 Chrysler Sebring?
It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 117,885 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Chrysler/Sebring.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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