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2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible vs 2000 Ford Focus

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible2000 Ford Focus
NHTSA complaints783,686
Recall campaigns010
Service bulletins (TSBs)55298
Investigations08
Crash reports3248
Fire reports2119
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)19–2024–27
Median reported incident mileage84,300 mi62,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChrysler Sebring ConvertibleFord Focus
Electrical System81,343
Engine and Engine Cooling7474
Service Brakes, Hydraulic10406
Suspension1390
Fuel System, Gasoline3366
Power Train5225
Latches/locks/linkages0201
Air Bags3191

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling0567
Vibration / shaking0116
Hesitation / surging0113
Won’t start059
Loss of power055
Rust / corrosion049
Clunking / rattling041
Check engine light035
2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.