Rough Idle & Engine Code Points to Bad Sebring Mount

Had similar symptoms on my 2013 Chrysler 200 with the 2.4L engine. The rough idle combined with check engine codes often points to failed motor mounts, especially given the vibration you described. A motor mount failure typically starts with excessive engine movement at idle. In my case, the passenger side mount was completely worn through, allowing the engine to shift more than normal. The transmission mount was also showing signs of deterioration. The mounting bracket issue turned out more serious than expected since the excessive movement had started affecting nearby components and wiring harnesses. The shop found damaged connectors and loose electrical connections caused by the constant vibration. Beyond basic mount wear, they discovered the entire mounting system needed attention. This included replacing both the motor mount and transmission mount assemblies. Proper diagnosis revealed the original issue likely started from a small oil leak that degraded the rubber in the mounts over time. Getting all mounts replaced together is often recommended since they wear as a set. Having one severely failed mount puts extra stress on the others.

I dealt with mount failure on my 2010 Sebring last year. The symptoms match exactly what you described, rough idle, vibrations, and engine codes. The rubber mount was completely shot on the passenger side. Getting the failed mount fixed made a huge difference. The engine sits properly now and those annoying vibrations are gone. The mounting bracket replacement sorted out the check engine light too. Would you mind sharing how much the repair cost you? Also curious if you noticed any other issues develop after getting the motor mount replaced?

After seeing the mechanic, the issue turned out to be simpler than expected. The main problem was a loose cable connection near the mounting bracket area, which triggered the engine codes and made the vibration issues seem worse. The total repair cost was 95€ to fix the faulty wiring connection. No additional problems developed after the repair. The vibrations completely stopped once the connection was secured properly. The engine mount itself was actually in decent condition, the symptoms just mimicked mount failure due to the loose connection affecting engine performance. Really glad I had it checked professionally rather than jumping straight to replacing the entire mounting system. Sometimes what appears to be serious mount issues can be caused by simpler electrical problems. Having the right diagnosis saved both time and money in my case. The mounting system inspection was worth it though, as it helped rule out any actual motor mount wear that could have been developing.

Thanks for getting back regarding your Sebring mount issues. Finally took my car to AutoTech Service Center last week after putting it off. The mechanic found two completely worn motor mounts causing all those vibration issues. The rubber mount material had basically disintegrated. The repair ran 425€ total, they replaced both mounts and fixed a damaged wire harness that got stressed from all the engine movement. Took about 3 hours of labor. What a difference after the repair. The engine sits properly now without any of that harsh vibration at idle. Even the transmission shifts smoother since the whole mounting system is properly supporting the engine again. No other problems have come up since the fix. Looking back, I should have addressed those mounting bracket issues sooner before they caused the wire damage. At least now I know what failing motor mounts feel like if it happens again.