chrysler sebring conv Problems

chrysler sebring conv 2008 Complaints

STRUCTURE

convertible top gets stuck in the air and is undriveable.

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K78N

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

while retracting the convertible top, the top retracted into the trunk as usual, the trunk lid remained upright and would not go down. there was no response from the convertible top switch and the car could not be driven.

Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M08N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

ltr re repairing defective parts in their vehicle, unable to get any cooperation from dealership; seeking help from nhtsa. *kb the consumer stated she doesn't want to drive around with recalled parts on her vehicle and there was also an odor which smelled like fire coming from the vehicle. *jb

Reported in: OAKBROOK TERRACE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Reported in: OAKBROOK TERRACE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

STRUCTURE

i have a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible limited with a cloth top. the top mechanism is defective as i just had to have the top repaired for the third time. it seems that each time one or another mechanism has failed. this is very unsafe as the top usually fails half way up and has to be towed in. i have been told that this is a frequent defect on these new cars.

Reported in: BOCA RATON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M78N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

as of sunday (7/20/08), i was driving and my engine cut off (no warning), power steering & breaks locked up....i lost control of my car. after my car came to a stop i attempted to re-start and it failed. i then placed the car in park, took the key out of the ignition, put it back in and the car cranked up. i drove it to the dealership monday (7/21/08) morning and got it back later the same day with zero help. they said nothing came up when they hooked it up to the computers. so if it happens again to let them know. that chrysler had no recalls or reported issues for this problem. i went on-line yesterday and learned a recall has been issued visiting other websites�including yours (recall number: 08v152000) and it�s not posted on chrysler�s website. i called chrysler to notify them that i have 2008 sebring and need to be included on this recall and that i hadn't received a notice. they said there was no recall and i�m out of luck. i then called the tallahassee, fl dealership back and told them all the information i found online and that i don't feel safe driving the vehicle and i don't want to end up as a statistic on the side of the rode. the dealership then said for me to bring the car back so they can look at it again. i'm currently driving a rental.

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: TALLAHASSEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

within 5 minutes of turning off and locking car, engine compartment was engulfed in flames. 2008 sebring limited cconvertible with 11,800 miles. dealer service-lube/oil/filter- 7/25/08.

Reported in: GLENWOOD MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M78N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

life threatening safety issue to my 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. approx 2-3 mos ago while driving the engine cut off without any warning what so ever. 3 weeks ago (from 15jan09) this happened while on i-95. when this happens you can not steer or use brakes. the car coasted in the direction that is was steering in. this lead my car half in the grass and half in the middle of the lane. again, no warning of anykind. this monday (12jan09) it happened while i had my kids in the car, i was about to turn when the engine shut down again. this was a reality check since my kids could have been injured (luckily no one was coming).i have taken my car to the dealership and twice they have run diagnostics,looked it over thoroughly,and driven the car twice without being able to duplicate the problem. today they have told me they have talked to the chrysler engineers who stated they have heard of the problem but have no solution. i have found multiple complaints as mine off the internet dated as far back as april 2008. i have called chrysler's customer service number twice as well. this has been no help at all. today,after telling them what was told to me by the technicians,they said they would forward my case on and i would here back from someone in two-four business days. in the meantime, i am to continue to drive my car.i just can not believe that chrysler would knowingly put someone in a life threatening situation.i don't know what to do but i need your help. in the meantime i am in a rental car that i am paying for and have to turn back in tomorrow (16jan09) when i pickup my sebring. i can not afford to pay for a rental car and make my car payment as well. please help me!

Reported in: ORANGE PARK FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55RX8N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

the 2008 chrysler sebring convertible that i had would just shut off on me when i was driving or if i was at a stop light. i was not hard on the car and i drove it regular. one day i was stopped in the middle of lunch hour traffic and the light was red, i went to push the gas and realized the car had shut off on me. it didn't seem like it stalled because if a car usually stalls it would shake or something. the car just turned off at the red light and when the light went green i couldn't go. i was stuck in the middle of traffic and had to have people go around me. i didn't know if i put the car in park i could go again. i didn't expect it to just shut off on me in the first place it was a newer car. it has happened more than once. i am just thankful one of the other times i was in a parking lot with my kids in the car.

Reported in: NICEVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45KX8N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i purchased a new 2008 chrysler sebring hardtop convertible in october of 2007 and i am having problems with the convertible top and door locks. i took my vehicle to the shop several times regarding this matter and they are not able to satisfied me regarding my car.

Reported in: BOWIE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55RX8N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: BOWIE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55RX8N

STRUCTURE

chrysler sebring hardtop covertible. i can activate the hardtop to raise or lower when in drive. this to me could be a big safety issue. if ii'm driving and some how this control is activated it'll cause an accident. it hasn't happen to me yet has it happen others?

Reported in: DANVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M68N

STRUCTURE

my 2008 chrysler convertible cloth top has been at the dealership service department for 3 weeks as of today. the trunk lid won't go down. the towing company would not even tow it because it would damage the car further. called chrysler and they said they had several complaints and that they were "tooling" the top.

Reported in: HENDERSON WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: HENDERSON WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

i have two complaints. i was driving on a highway proceeding at approximately 55 miph and the car turned off. no warning, just dead. second complaint: i filled up with gas. i proceeded to leave the station which involved exiting and turning onto a main highway. i tried to stop at the top of the exit driveway and i had no power brakes. i pushed hard on the brake pedal and the car stopped.

Reported in: JUPITER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported in: JUPITER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

rented car with dangerous brakes system ( poor repair ).

Reported in: EIN HASHOFET 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2008 chrysler sebring convertible pink plastic breaks inside shifter causing internal mechanical failure..car will not move out of park happening way to often in chrysler models..

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R08N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

vehicle shuts off while driving it, 1st. time i was going about 30mph it shut off without warning. next time i was reversing in driveway and it just shut off. both times put in park and restarted. dealership tried to duplicate problem and put it on computer, but nothing shows up. it was a couple months in between episodes.

Reported in: WHEATLAND WY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M28N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

car is stuck in park. tried everything to get it out of park including pressing the manual override. had it towed into dealership only to find out this is not covered under powertrain warranty.

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K68N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vehicle was parked overnight after operation. the next morning the vehicle was not able to be put into gear. had to be towed to dealer. a part of the automatic shifter mechanism had broken, and had to be replaced.

Reported in: MONCKS CORNER SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R28N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

my 2008 chrysler sebring convertible stalls while driving. so far i have not been hit by a car following when my car engine stalls while driving in traffic but i have been lucky.

Reported in: WEST DES MOINES IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

car stalls while driving.

Reported in: WEST DES MOINES IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

shift interlock switch failure disabled car after putting it in park. car was blocking a driveway, and interior had to be disassembled in order to manually actuate shift interlock and get the car out of park. chrysler refused to repair it until i called corporate. chrysler took a full week to repair, customer service was rude, unwilling. case manager was chantel, ref# [xxx] , phone # 1-800-247-9753. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: FARMINGTON HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45KX8N

SEAT BELTS

tl*the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring. the contact stated that the seat belt on the front passenger seat slipped out of the locked position. the seat belt continued to lock in position, but if pressure was applied to the seat belt it would come open. the vehicle was not inspected when the complaint was filed. the failure mileage and current mileages were 22000. updated 11/05/10. *lj

Reported in: WATKINSVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M48N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2008 chrysler sebring stuck in park. can not shift transmission.

Reported in: GAITHERSBURG MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M38N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

2008 sebring convertible shifter is stuck in park; the car cannot be moved. dealer said it is a common problem with the brake shift interlock breaking. the entire shifter unit must be replaced; cost $150-$200 since the sebring is 3 months out of warranty. they said the part breaks on several current chrysler models all the time; a web search confirms it. a bright pink plastic piece breaks where a spring attaches to it, that allows the interlock to disengage when the brake is depressed. what if this common problem happens when you are in a remote location with no cell phone service? what if you needed your car for a medical emergency?

Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M08N

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M08N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrylser sebring convertible. the contact stated that the gear shift selector became lodged in the park position. the dealer advised her to bring the vehicle in for diagnosis and repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 18,000. updated 11/16/10. *lj

Reported in: RESTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R28N

AIR BAGS

i own a 2008 chrysler sebring touring convertible and 1 week after buying this vehicle in april 2009, the fabric on the driver side seat "busted" open. the seats have a zipper up the back of them that are designed to bust open when the airbags deploy. the dealer fixed this at this time for no cost. now, the passenger seat has done the same thing. my air bag default light continues to state a malfunction and it was at this time that i noticed the fabric has busted open on the passenger seat indicating another malfunction with the air bag within that seat. i am concerned there is a safety concern with the airbags in my car and am concerned they are not working/will not work if needed. i would greatly appreciate any help with this potential safety risk. thank you.

Reported in: NEW ALBANY IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R08N

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible hardtop. the contact stated that the folding hardtop would leak abnormally and was out of alignment due to its constant movement to and from the trunk compartment. the vehicle was taken to the dealer nineteen times and they could not repair the leakage issue. the dealer attempted to duplicate the failure but to no avail. the manufacturer would not offer any assistance. the failure mileage was 8,400. the consumer stated the retractable hard top would not come up after being lowered. after waiting overnight it operated in a normal fashion. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the consumer was informed the problem was a voltage shortage and not an electrical problem. the dealer made the necessary repairs and informed the consumer the problem should be resolved. for two weeks, the top had not been lowered due to rainy weather. the first time the top was lowered, it became stuck in the half way down position. at which time the back half of the vehicle fell towards the ground, bending parts and forcing the mechanism and trunk to be severely out of alignment. according to another dealer, it was more likely caused by the other dealership adjusting the trunk too far away from the latch, which would not allow it to stay locked into place with the added pressure from the top going down. the dealer finally admitted they were unable to fix the problem. the consumer was informed a technical service bulletin had been issued for the mechanism problems. chrysler agreed to take the vehicle back and replace it with a 2010 model. the consumer stated the 2010 model also leaked. the consumer believed the rubber pieces designed to block leaks from the quarter glass areas did not land in the same spot each time, which explained why the problem was intermittent. updated evoq 12/29/10

Reported in: YUKON OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M88N

STEERING:COLUMN

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. while driving 10 mph and attempting a right turn, the steering wheel locked and the contact had to utilize extreme bodily force in order maneuver the vehicle. the dealer diagnosed the failure as a defective steering column rack. the steering column rack was replaced yet the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer however, they were unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was left with the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: RICHTON PARK IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M28N

POWER TRAIN

my car was parked in my garage. i went to leave and the car would not come out of park. the car had to be towed to the dealer to be fixed. they stated that a part had broken. i could not even use the manual release to get it into drive.

Reported in: CRYSTAL LAKE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R18N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: CRYSTAL LAKE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R18N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

the latch mechanism for the truck that controls the tip back and locking fails. it falls out of alignment and has to be replaced. my has been replaces three times since i have own this car in july 2007.

Reported in: CRYSTAL LAKE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R18N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

shifter in my 2008 chrysler sebring touring sedan convertible frozen. only goes into reverse and park.

Reported in: BOCA RATON FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my wife drove her 2008 chrysler sebring to work yesterday, everything seemed to work fine. when she tried to drive home the car was stuck in park. after researching the problem online i took the trim ring off of the shifter area and found the pink piece of plastic on the left side of the shifter. with a long screw driver i was able to push the pink piece of plastic backward and could then move the shifter out of park.

Reported in: CENTERVILLE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K28N

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2008 sebring convertible.. while driving.. the car's electronic throttle control light comes on and starts to lose power and will almost shut down.. i am hearing about others with similar problems.. pg 181 on owners' manual.. this makes it for a real dangerous situation if the engine shuts down.. i lose all steering and braking while driving at high speeds.. especially on curvy roads..

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K28N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K28N

STRUCTURE

i own a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. during the process of lowering the retractable top,i reached into the trunk while standing next to the car to free an object (cardboard box)that i feared would encumber the operation or damage the top. the mechanism pinned my arm and i wedged my shoulder into the underside of the trunk lid to impede the travel of the lid so i could extricate my arm from the scissoring action of the top. once i had my arm free, the mechanism had me pinned facedown while it continued to close. i braced myself against the force in anticipation of activating some sort of safety stop/reversal mechanism. i would estimate the downward force to be in excess of several hundred pounds per square inch since one of the guide pins created a 2 cm impression in my back about 2 inches from my spine. the top did finally stop and i was able to pry myself free. my concern is that had circumstances been slightly different, i could have been killed, paralyzed or had my right arm amputated above the elbow. a child, slight framed, or elderly person probably would have been crushed or killed. this mechanism exerts an extraordinary amount of pressure and will only stop when it encounters an object that it cannot cut or crush.

Reported in: DECATUR IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. the contact stated that she accidentally pressed the button to pull back the convertible roof and the roof began to open. the failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. the failure and current mileages were 51,000.

Reported in: YACOLT WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K98N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. the engine has begun stalling and surging at red lights. the stalling has the potential to cause an accident, but the surging is much more dangerous. the engine will suddenly jump from idle to a couple thousand rpm. if you're not ready for it you can easily be pulled forward several feet, potentially into the path of an oncoming car. you have to apply excessive pressure on the brake pedal to prevent being pulled. the surges only last a few moments and then the engine returns to idle. i was looking for a fix and started searching the symptoms and found dozens of posts of people having exactly the same issue. most have tried several fixes for hundreds of dollars and still have the same dangerous condition. our car is at the dealer now, but at this point i do not know if they can solve the issue. judging from the posts i found this has been happening since at least 2007, and there are a lot of frustrated owners dealing with it.

Reported in: DAYTONA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my car has accelerated 3 different times when im at a complete stop on christmas day it accelerated and almost hit the car infront of me it doesn't do it everysingle time i drive but has happened more then once it has also shut off at complete stops several times the chrysler dealership gives me the run around and say nothing is wrong.

Reported in: DOWNEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl*the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring (limited). the contact stated that after it rained or after washing his vehicle, the drop top would leak through the seals. the vehicle was taken into the dealer who informed the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed and that he should expect some kind of leak. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 300. updated 2/23/11 *cn updated 12/06/2011 *ln

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M78N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

gas spews from filler tube when filling gas tank up. vehicle has approximately 15k miles. problem just started in the past two months. we thought the problem wa with the gas pump but upon paying closer attention have determined the gas is spewing from the filler tube during a fill up.

Reported in: HILLIARD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M78N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

at 4055 miles car was brought into dealership for rotor issues, the car has been back to 3 different dealerships, more than 15 times, for brake light, window seal, power steering pump, transmission, stalling, fuel gauge,top issues,for mainly vibration issues at least 10 times, the car has approx. 26k miles and is on its third set of tires, the dealerships refuses to go beyond alignment, brakes, rotors, rims and tires, this time struts. this last time it has been at the dealership for more than a month,they have replaced all described and it still has an issue and they refuse to go beyond that and look into the tie rods or bushings.

Reported in: SEGUIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: SEGUIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: SEGUIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

Reported in: SEGUIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: SEGUIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

i have a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible (clothe top) in 2009 the latch and stryker for the rear trunk had to be replaced. trunk would not lock! this was covered under warranty... now it is 2011 and once again the latch and stryker have broken! this is the 3rd one in 3 1/2 years!!! now i have no warranty and its been over 12 months so the parts have no warranty! i personally think the trunk is way too heavy with the convertible top(located inside upper deck) is causing the latch to break!

Reported in: CLINTON TWP MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R08N

STRUCTURE

2008 chrysler sebring convertible top not working properly. top is getting stuck half way when lowering. took it to dealership and they would not repair. accused me of damaging and wanted to charge me $700 to repair. i refused to pay it and have not been able to use the top. lease is now up and i am afraid they are going to come after me for the cost.

Reported in: SOUTHFIELD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M98N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

just imagine driving down the street at approximately 25-30mph and your hood flies up against the windshield. fortunately for me the person behind be was alert and did not plow into the rear of me. i phoned the insurance company immediately, and i was advised to take the car to a recommended collision center which repaired my car pretty quickly....too quickly i suppose because when i called the chrysler, llc office they special investigator said in error that there was nothing that they could do because the evidence was destroyed. he essentially said that there was nothing more that chrysler could do. they don't know why it happened but it seemed as if the latch was working perfectly now. well i now have a new hood but the same old latch. my major concern is that if you don't know why it happened to begin with how do you know that it is fixed. suppose that it is not the latches at all but something connected to the latches that made them both fail. no one is listening to me. i am now very fearful of driving my car which i mentioned to the chrysler special investigator and his recommendation to me was "if you are that afraid you ought to just trade it in and get something else" he said that they have done all and everything that they intend to do and he hung up the phone with me still talking. i just want this to go on record as a pretty serious problem; but know one is listening!

Reported in: DECATUR GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Reported in: DECATUR GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K38N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring. the contact stated the tire pressure monitoring system light illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled. the contact took the vehicle to dealer regarding nhtsa recall campaign id number: 08v152000 (electrical system: wiring), but was told the vehicle was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was 36,000 and the current mileage was 54,000. updated 01/05/12*lj updated 01/09/12

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

SEAT BELTS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. the contact was driving 65 mph when the seat bealt fastened warning light illuminated and the front driver side seat belt unfastened independently. the failure occurred only on the front driver side seat. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer now was the manufacturer made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 29,000 and the current mileage was 30,479.

Reported in: TAYLOR MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55R98N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. while stopped at a red light, the the contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would not accelerate. the failure recured twice. in addition, when the brakes were applied the vehicle would hesitate to stop. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostics. the technicians were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 6,000.

Reported in: YOUNGSVILLE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring conv. the contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the electronic throttle control warning lamp illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the electronic throttle converter was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: TULSA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to decelerate abnormally. the contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate. the throttle control warning light was also illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technicians stated to the contact that the electronic throttle control would have to be replaced. the dealer could not guarantee that the repair would resolve the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: PLYMOUTH MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K28N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2008 chrysler sebring electrical system recall 08v152000 nhtsa: action number: n/a service bulletin number: 08v152000 report date: apr 02, 2008component: electrical systempotential units affected: 180963manufacturer: chrysler llc summary: chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (tpms). unused electrical connectors for the tpms may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling. consequence: engine stalling could cause a crash without warning. note: myn car has the same symptons has described in this recall. especially the stalling at lights on first acceleration. then yo have to stop the car put it in park and restart and go. tire pressure light comes on when i have these intermitnent problems. a accident waiting to happen and get rear-ended. unfortunately my car vin does not fall in this recall for some unexplanable reason. can it be extended to cover my car. thanks for your time!!!!! *tt

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

when i applied the brakes pedal the car will come to a stop, but the steering wheel would shake. took the car to a chrysler dealer. the technician said that the front rotor were warped, he recommend that they cut the rotor and that would fix the problem. it fix the problem, but after 6000 mile later the problem return. i replace the front rotor and the problem went away. it cost me $250. 00. this problem was not cover by the warranty.

Reported in: SUNSET BEACH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: C3LC65M58N2

SUSPENSION

tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle exhibited an abnormally loud noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the rack and pinion was broken and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that they would contact her at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 57,507.

Reported in: GARLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC65M58N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

whenever i self fill or an attendant fills my vehicle with gasoline it spits back +/- 2 cups of gas after the pump shuts off even on the slowest fill speed. gasoline spills all over the side of the vehicle, ground and anyone standing next to the vehicle. this is definitely a true safety hazard to owner and or gas station attendants having gasoline on their hands and clothes, and the environment from the escaped fumes, and definitely a potential for fire from pooled spilled gasoline on the ground. i have also heard from another individual with a 2008 sebring convertible having the same issue.

Reported in: FREDERICK MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

the motor surges when in park & while idling at a stop sign. it has happened many times, and i have almost slammed into a pedestrian because it catches me by surprise. i removed the floor mat to ensure that is not the problem (it has happened 3 times since), and the last time it happened (last week) the car was in park, and the engine roared as if i was flooring the accelerator, on it's own. *kb

Reported in: DONNA TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported in: DONNA TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i was stopped on the red light and looking was 1 car length away from the car in front of me my brakes went down to the floor and i was so scared till i put it in neutral and put my emergency brake this happen to me 3 times in the same day by the way when his happen my brakes are new.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC45K88N

WHEELS

tire pressure monitoring valve broke off while trying to remove valve cap to add air. this could have happened while driving as i barely touched the valve cap. this is the fourth one that has failed in this manner. the aluminum valve stems become brittle and fail easily. this is a defective part was on the left front tire.

Reported in: SCHWENSKVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55RX8N

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Reported in: SCHWENSKVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1C3LC55RX8N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

sitting in traffic and engine began to overheat. pull into area to park and checked under hood to find that radiator fan was not working and a fuse was blown. replaced the fuse. drove home and the following week, car began to overheat again. replaced fuse and took it to mechanic where they determined that the fan motor wiring was fried and need to be replaced. no further problems.