2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv
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Owner complaints
114 complaints2 involved a crash1 involved a fire3 injuries
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- Engine and engine cooling
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to another dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed…
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to another dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated the failure was related to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V473000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.
- Power train
Transmission does not shift from 3RD to 4TH gear. Supposely dealership drove it over 25 miles never had the problem. I pick it up and drove it less then 5 miles and it does not shift.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Unknown or other
While driving the dashboard lights flickered then went out, my convertible top has a malfunction and will not open and the door locks unlock and lock on their own.
- Engine · Service brakes · Steering
My car shut down completely as I was driving, the steering wasn't working, I couldn't turn the wheels at all. The breaks would not work either, no matter how hard I pressed on the breaks the pedal would not move. Luckily I wasn't going fast or driving on the highway cause that would have killed me.
- Electrical system
I was driving home from work and the horn began chirping randomly over the course of about 30 minutes. after 30 minutes of random "chirps" the horn engaged and did not stop. this was while I was driving down the interstate. I pulled off the road and turned the car off. the horn still blew. I…
I was driving home from work and the horn began chirping randomly over the course of about 30 minutes. after 30 minutes of random "chirps" the horn engaged and did not stop. this was while I was driving down the interstate. I pulled off the road and turned the car off. the horn still blew. I opened up the engine compartment and tapped the fuse box/relays and the horn stopped. I've read online that multiple others have had this issue and I would like the nhtsa to investigate. this poses a significant safety risk for myself and those around me. also, the horn no longer works from the steering wheel when depressed.
- Electrical system · Engine
When making a left hand turn car quit running and turned off
- Seat belts
Drivers tensioner doesnt latch, warning signal wont stop.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other · Visibility/wiper
I bought this vehicle as IS in february of this year. the convertible top gets stuck in the up position and doesn't go back down. I cannot see otu of the rear view and obviously cannot operate the vehicle safely. I contacted a dealership and chrysler and both told me the recall had been…
I bought this vehicle as IS in february of this year. the convertible top gets stuck in the up position and doesn't go back down. I cannot see otu of the rear view and obviously cannot operate the vehicle safely. I contacted a dealership and chrysler and both told me the recall had been addressed in 2008 (they llooked it up by vin). however, it obviously wasn't since the top IS still sticking. they basically told me too bad. however, they were unable to tell me which dealership had marked it as a completed and repaired recall which IS strange. I would like it fixed asap since I cannot operate the vehicle without being able to see out the rear windshield! it was in a parking lot when this happened.
- Electrical system
The car will rev at a stop light and occasionally shut down. Periodically, the vehicle will not start after a few hours of driving requiring a jump start we have replaced the brake switch several times and the cruise control will not work
- Seats
Electric seat positioning guide bar slips forward when braking. this occurs for both driver and passenger seat. this IS a safety issue.
- Interior lighting
Jun'17 instrument panel lighting quit operation or intermittent. very difficult to drive at night. need flashlight to see dash. took to mechanic and he IS aware of this issue on instrument panel printed circuit board on same vehicles.
- Air bags
--- chrysler sebring limited 2008 convertible --- airbag light randomly comes on and off, and it seems to be related to the passenger seat tracking sensor. There IS a recall on chrysler sebring 2008, but it doesn't come up for my vin number.
- Electrical system · Engine · Vehicle speed control
Takata recall, the tire pressure light has been on for some time now and as recently as last month my service engine light came on requiring me to change the crankshaft position sensor. Last week my stereo was shorted out and my cruise control no longer works and only my high beams are working.…
Takata recall, the tire pressure light has been on for some time now and as recently as last month my service engine light came on requiring me to change the crankshaft position sensor. Last week my stereo was shorted out and my cruise control no longer works and only my high beams are working. Today my car would not start and I took it to dealership because when I tried to start it the dash flashed as if it shorted out and come to find out my battery was dead drained for some reason. There has also been a couple occasions when my convertible top got stuck in open position and would not go down. I had to wait about 5 minutes before restarting car to get top to close all the way down. The car was parked when opening and closing top. The tire pressure icon IS still showing on dash board.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
On may 20, 2017 driving on interstate 70-80 mph; red lightning bolt dash warning light came on. My car seemed to pull back and hesitate. It was driving as if it may cut off. I drove into right lane and dropped speed to about 55 mph. I did not stop because it was night and I am a senior woman…
On may 20, 2017 driving on interstate 70-80 mph; red lightning bolt dash warning light came on. My car seemed to pull back and hesitate. It was driving as if it may cut off. I drove into right lane and dropped speed to about 55 mph. I did not stop because it was night and I am a senior woman driving alone on a route I'D never driven. The car would pulsate and run unsteady when idling a stops. I made it home, turned car back on and light went off. I went online and looked up the red light icon and it said "etc electronic throttle control. This IS a serious problem. Now I'm afraid to drive the car; especially on the highways and interstates. On previous occasion on a highway doing 60 mph or so; car accelerated and would not slow up until it decided to. I had no control about 30- 40 seconds. Thank god I did not panic and did not crash. I reported to mechanic at dealership where I purchased car. They said they have no way of knowing what happened unless I happened again. Also, in march I had my car towed to the shop because it would not start. They had to correct wiring problem. Another problem, their IS a ticking sound. Mechanic says its some kind of fan that cools the air coming into the car. It makes that ticking sound even if my car IS parked and engine turned off.
- Steering · Suspension · Unknown or other
Front end knock felt through steering wheel after car warms up for 15 minutes. Car in motion or if you rock steering back and forth.
- Unknown or other
My back lights work as long as the car IS in park. But when I shift into drive they go off. I only know this because other drivers that was driving behind me told me so. I have been told it IS tipm module. I do not have a $1000 for the repair so I only drive it in the day time
- Engine
I was driving and with out warning a loud noise started. The car stopped on the city street and could not be moved. I was in the middle of traffic. This was an unsafe condition. The car was pushed to the curve out of the traffic..without warning the engine parts broke down. I had the car tolled to…
I was driving and with out warning a loud noise started. The car stopped on the city street and could not be moved. I was in the middle of traffic. This was an unsafe condition. The car was pushed to the curve out of the traffic..without warning the engine parts broke down. I had the car tolled to a station to get it fixed. I had to replaced the timing belt, timing belt tensioner, water pump, anti-freeze, serpentine belt, this cost $1,822.28.that was 09/28/2016. I had only 74,708 miles on the car, not 100,00. the check engine light kept coming on. On 11/07/16, at a chrysler dealer, I had a diagnosed test done. The tech found that the right cylinder head needs to be replaced. The car had only 75,209 miles. Not 100,00 miles. IS this to soon for those parts to break down and need to be replaced? I always had my car check at the chrysler dealer for the check ups at the recormended time. I received no warning that any of these parts needed to be changed. no warning. the car just stopped. this IS dangerous. There should be a recall on this car. I had just got off the beltway. I could had been killed. The replacement of the right rear cylinder head IS going to cost around $5,000 dollars. I don't have that kind of money. this car should be recalled that without warning these parts will breck and stop the car from running. I brought this car brand new, not used, and I always took my car to chrysler company for the regular check up I have the repair invoice and the diagnois report, but I can't scan them. I can fax or mail you a copy. updated 03/15/17*lj *cn
- Engine and engine cooling · Unknown or other
Vehicle shuts off while driving. *tr
- Exterior lighting
When headlights are put on the dash board instrument cluster (the three circles) does not illuminate. no visibility of instrument panel. this happens all times when putting headlights on, no matter if stationary or moving.
- Electrical system · Engine · Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. When the seat belt was buckled, the warning light remained illuminated and the engine failed while driving 10 mph. The vehicle was taken in for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the vehicle could not be diagnosed because the battery continued to drain. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.
- Air bags
Takata recall. According to the air bag recall info. This auto IS among the listed but the dealership and you people won't do anything. Our air bag red light on the dash has been on now 2YRS. The seat belt red light and warning noise goes on frequently even tho it IS secure. Quite annoying.
- Electrical system
The dealer insisted that the random horn blowing was coming from a defective tipm rather than a problem behind the airbag within the steering wheel which IS where many complaints about this problem have detected the cause. the car horn blows whether it IS stationary or moving. mechanic would not…
The dealer insisted that the random horn blowing was coming from a defective tipm rather than a problem behind the airbag within the steering wheel which IS where many complaints about this problem have detected the cause. the car horn blows whether it IS stationary or moving. mechanic would not consider the possibility of removing the steering wheel cap to determine whether it was really coming from within the steering wheel or not. it was just easier for them and more expensive for me to state that the random horn blowing came from the tipm. I ran out of there like a bat out of hell after paying $280 for the diagnostic work! meanwhile, now I have to drive the car without a horn which IS a safety hazard.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, the instrument panel failed to operate. In addition, the check engine, the air bag, the throttle body control and the driver seat belt warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, the instrument panel failed to operate. In addition, the check engine, the air bag, the throttle body control and the driver seat belt warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 08v152000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
- Electrical system · Engine · Vehicle speed control
I was driving one morning and it was raining. The electronic throttle control light came on and the car wouldn't accelerate over 20 mph. I cut the car off and started it back up and it didn't do it anymore. Until the other day when exiting off the interstate the car lost speed and the same light…
I was driving one morning and it was raining. The electronic throttle control light came on and the car wouldn't accelerate over 20 mph. I cut the car off and started it back up and it didn't do it anymore. Until the other day when exiting off the interstate the car lost speed and the same light came on. The restarting trick didn't work. The car runs shaky and IS idled up high when started. The car still won't accelerate over 20mph. Had it diagnosed and discovered the throttle body needs to be replaced as well as the intake manifold runner valve to fix this problem. I see a lot of people that own this car 2007/2008 have this problem. Which can potentially be dangerous especially while on the interstate!
- Unknown or other
When closing the top, I heard a pop sound and the roof stopped. It would no longer open or close but was stuck halfway open. The deck lid (a trim piece with plastic hinges) had broken affecting the top operation. It was repaired out of pocket in 2013. Now in 2015, the same piece broke again, again…
When closing the top, I heard a pop sound and the roof stopped. It would no longer open or close but was stuck halfway open. The deck lid (a trim piece with plastic hinges) had broken affecting the top operation. It was repaired out of pocket in 2013. Now in 2015, the same piece broke again, again rendering the top inoperable. I contacted chrysler about the issue and was told there was nothing they could do. I live in pa and only use my top about 3-4 months out of a year (and limited at that since I have small children in the back seat daily) so this broken piece was not even used much before it broke for a second time.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248509Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10244348Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- 10229181Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10229178Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
- 10224693Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10221515Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a Non-EGR application. Unless, the EGR Block-Off Plate is being transferred from the old engine.
- 10221512Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Valve bodies with a gray connector can only be used on 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.~ Solenoid packs with a white connector are used with 2010, 2009, 2008..., model years. Solenoid packs with a gray connector are used with 2011, 2012, 2013..., model years.
- 10220489Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10219732HVAC Distribution Housing
- 10219725Housing cover mounting bolt holes use self-tapping fasteners. New fasteners are required with housing replacement.
- 10218307Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10217510Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 1021645482212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10209647W5A580 (NAG1) Valve Body - complete
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
- 10169249Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169247Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
- 10169245Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10166537RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
- 10140258Flash: UConnect and Voice Recognition Inoperative This bulletin involves replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM). The customer may describe the following conditions: A complete loss of UConnect operation. A complete loss of Voice Recognition functionality
- 10139985Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10139978Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
- 10130081Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 13 September, 2016.
- 1013008005182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10130079Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10129047Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129046Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock and available for order. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 16 September, 2016.
- 101290441NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129043Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129042Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 55372082AA. Replacement part number is 55372082AF w hich is in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129041P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement part can be obtained by ordering the same part number (CBSZR068AA) Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 02 September, 2016.
- 1012900882212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
- 10121927NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
- 10034052Chrysler\dodge service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Automatic transmission shift lever interlock spring. Transmission gear shift lever interlock spring retainer hook on vehicles may break. A broken interlock spring retainer hook will result in the inability to move the gear shift lever out of the park position. Csc letter was rec'd.
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