One problem related to transmission fluid leaking has been reported for the 2001 Chrysler Sebring. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2001 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that she had been operating the vehicle for approximately 15 minutes when smoke was seen coming from the engine area. A fire did not erupt. One week later the vehicle began stalling sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who advised that transmission fluid was leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 01v011002 (power train) but was advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was not repairable. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 123,000.