Model year guide

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined21–22 mpg
Typical price$3,641

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible recalls 2

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm NHTSA Campaign #10E059000 · 27/12/2010

FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.

Fix: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder NHTSA Campaign #07E023000 · 29/03/2007

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Fix: CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible MPG & running costs

Combined21–22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,150
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible worth?

Low
$1,350
Typical price
$3,641
High
$4,900

From 6 comparable 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,750
Fuel only$15,750
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Suspension

On certain vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process. This could cause the steering knuckle to crack and separate from the upper control arm. A steering knuckle separation could result in a loss of vehicle directional control. Correction: Dealers will inspect the right steering knuckle. Any knuckles identified from cas…

Transport Canada #2004430 · Dec 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible trims & engines on record

Trims
Touring · Limited
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl · 2.4L 4-cyl

2005 Chrysler sebring convertible vehicles on record

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Other Chrysler sebring convertible model years

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2005 Chrysler sebring convertible — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible get?

The 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible worth?

Comparable 2005 Chrysler sebring convertible listings run roughly $1,350–$4,900, typically around $3,641 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.