2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible problems
The Chrysler Sebring (/ˈsiːbrɪŋ/ SEE-bring) is a line of mid-size automobiles that was sold from 1995 through 2010 by Chrysler. Three generations of convertibles, two generations of sedans, and two generations of coupes were produced. Although the coupe shared the same name and some styling cues, it was mechanically unrelated to the other Sebring models.
The Sebring line was introduced in 1995 with the Chrysler Sebring coupe. It was the replacement for the Chrysler LeBaron coupe. In 1996 the convertible was introduced, replacing its LeBaron counterpart as well. For 2001, both body styles were redesigned and a sedan version was offered, replacing the Chrysler Cirrus. The coupe was discontinued after 2005 with no replacement model planned.
The redesigned sedan was introduced for 2007, and a convertible the following year. New options included all-wheel drive on sedans and an available retractable metal top for the convertible. All Sebring models were replaced by the Chrysler 200 for the 2011 model year.
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Common 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Chrysler Sebring convertible 2000, common problems with this car include:
- Engine Oil Sludge Build-Up: Owners reported issues with engine oil sludge build-up, especially in the 2.7L Chrysler V6 engine. This sludge build-up can lead to oil problems and engine issues, affecting the longevity and performance of the vehicle.
- Transmission Problems: The Chrysler Sebring convertible 2000 faced transmission issues, particularly related to the transmission going into "Limp Home Mode" and only utilizing 2nd gear when the engine threw an error code. This can result in significant driving issues and potential safety concerns.
- Suspension Wear: The suspension components of the Sebring convertible were prone to wear and tear, especially on the front axle. Components like ball joints and silent blocks required regular maintenance and replacement every 40,000 to 80,000 kilometers to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Electrical System: Owners reported problems with the electrical system, including issues with central locking, power windows, charging due to a faulty generator, and failures in the stove control unit and steering column switch. These electrical issues can lead to inconvenience and potential safety hazards while driving.
- Wheel Bearing and Wheel Arch Corrosion: Wheel bearings, wheel arches, and sills were susceptible to corrosion in older Sebring convertibles. Corrosion in these areas can compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle and lead to safety concerns if not addressed promptly.
- Timing Belt and Pump Maintenance: Regular maintenance of the timing belt and pump was crucial to prevent leaks and ensure the proper functioning of the engine. Neglecting these maintenance tasks could result in oil leaks, engine damage, and reduced performance of the vehicle.
- Cooling System: Issues with the cooling system, such as leaks in the automatic transmission oil cooling pipes or failures in the Box ECU, were reported by owners. Proper maintenance of the cooling system is essential to prevent overheating and potential damage to the engine.
These common problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance, timely repairs, and thorough inspections to ensure the Chrysler Sebring convertible 2000 remains reliable and safe for driving.
Is a Chrysler Sebring a reliable car?
Chrysler Sebring Reliability Problems. Sebring owners have made 1,536 complaints over 16 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it dead last in overall reliability , with significant engine and interior concerns.
Is Chrysler Sebring expensive to maintain?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chrysler Sebring is $428.
When did they stop making Chrysler Sebring convertible?
2010
The Chrysler Sebring (/ˈsiːbrɪŋ/ SEE-bring) is a line of mid-size automobiles that was sold from 1995 through 2010 by Chrysler. Three generations of convertibles, two generations of sedans, and two generations of coupes were produced.
What is the value for a Chrysler Sebring?
What is the average Chrysler Sebring price? Depending on vehicle details such as the model, year and condition - the average used Chrysler Sebring sells for $5,869 in the current market, which is -78.62% lower than the average used car.
Is a Chrysler Sebring a reliable car?
Chrysler Sebring Reliability Problems. Sebring owners have made 1,536 complaints over 16 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it dead last in overall reliability , with significant engine and interior concerns.
Is Chrysler Sebring expensive to maintain?
The annual maintenance cost of a Chrysler Sebring is $428.
When did they stop making Chrysler Sebring convertible?
2010
The Chrysler Sebring (/ˈsiːbrɪŋ/ SEE-bring) is a line of mid-size automobiles that was sold from 1995 through 2010 by Chrysler. Three generations of convertibles, two generations of sedans, and two generations of coupes were produced.
Is a Chrysler Sebring considered a luxury car?
The Chrysler Sebring is a discontinued mid-size luxury car that was sold from 1995 through 2010. Different trim options produced during this lifespan include convertibles, sedans and coupes (mechanically unrelated to the two other models).
2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Sebring convertible problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
The NHTSA has received 78 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible vehicles.
2018-01-23
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-03
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 3C3EL55H0YT
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH ON A QUITE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET BOTH AIR BAGS WENT OFF WITH NO ACCIDENT, BIG BUMPS OR DIPS OR ANY OTHER REASON. I HAVE PHOTOS BUT DO NOT KNOW HOW TO UP LOAD THEM. *DSY.
2017-02-16
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-11
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3C3EL55H0YT
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A CAR WASH, THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT WERE IT WAS AWAITING INSPECTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 05/16/17*LJ *CN
2016-05-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3C3EL55HXYT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RAIN EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 80,000.
2016-02-22
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-21
- VIN: 3C3EL45H3YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVERS INBOARD SEAT BELT BROKE OFF WHEN MY SON TRIED TO BUCKLE UP IN THE DRIVEWAY. POTENTIALLY A FATAL SITUATION IN AN ACCIDENT. THE CONNECTING CABLE FRAYED. IT WOULD NOT HAVE HELD IN ANY TYPE OF FORWARD ACCIDENT.
2015-12-12
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-23
- VIN: 3C3EL45H8YT
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TOOK MY CAR IN 10/23/15 TO HAVE THE TIRES ROTATED AND WAS TOLD BY THE SHOP I NEEDED NEW TIRES THAT THEY WERE ALMOST BALD AND THE THREAD INDICATORS WERE SHOWING ON ALL 4. MY TIRES HAD ONLY 20K MILES ON THEM AND THE WARRANTY WAS FOR 60K MILES. SHOP SAID THEY WOULD CONTACT FALKEN TIRES AND CALL ME BACK. FALKEN JERKED THE SHOP AROUND FOR OVER A WEEK PASSING HIM FROM DEPT. TO DEPT. RED FLAG!!!! IN THE MEANTIME I CHECKED W/ SEVERAL OTHER SHOPS AND IN ONLINE FORUMS AND REVIEWS. ALL SAID THEY HAD THEY'RE TIRES WEAR OUT IN 6-8 MONTHS OR MORE. THE SHOPS SAID BECAUSE OF THE WEAR PROBLEMS THEY WOULDN'T SELL THEM AND FALKEN HAD SHORTENED THE WARRANTY TO 40K AND 5 YEARS. MANY SUBMITTED CLAIMS AND WERE DENIED 2 OR 3 TIMES. THE SHOP WAS TOLD BY FALKEN FOR ME TO BUY NEW TIRES AND THEY'D REIMBURSE ME IF THEY FOUND A PROBLEM W/ THE TIRES. AM DISABLED ON A FIXED INCOME AND CAN'T DO THIS. WHAT GOOD IS A WARRANTY IF THE COMPANY IS GOING TO IGNORE YOU? I DON'T TRUST FALKEN THE COMPANY OR THE BRAND BASED ON THEIR DECEPTION AND NOT RECALLING A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT BASED ON MANY MANY PROBLEMS. THESE ARE FALKEN ZIEX 912'S SIZE 205/65/R15. THINGS REMAIN RIGHT AT A STALEMATE, BUT I HAVE SENT A LETTER TO THE FALKEN CEO.
2015-08-08
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-28
- VIN: 3C3EL55H4YT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALARM SYSTEM WILL ACTIVATE MULTIPLE TIMES AUTOMATICALLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARK. WHEN DRIVING, THE DOORS WILL LUCK AND UNLUCK MULTIPLE TIMES AND ALL THE INTERIORS LIGHTS WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT THE SAME TIME THE DOORS WILL LUCK AND UNLUCK.
2015-07-27
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-01
- VIN: 3C3EL55H1YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SEATS BELTS WILL LOCK AND YOU CANNOT LOOSEN THEM. IF YOU ARE JUST ENTEREING THE CAR YOU CANNOT PUT THEM ON.
2015-05-15
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-18
- VIN: 3C3EL45H5YT
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AFTER PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, ENGINE STALLS. SOMETIMES ENGINE (CAR) STALLS WHEN STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN OR STOPPING BEFORE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY INTO THE STREET. NO CODES SHOW UP ON THE CAR COMPUTER. HAVE HAD CHECKED OUT TWICE.THIS IS ONGOING FOR TWO MONTHS AND HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR.
2014-08-04
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-02
- VIN: 3C3EL55H5YT
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AS THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE BALL JOINTS IN THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM BECAME DETACHED FROM THE HOUSING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10E059000 (SUSPENSION), HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 154,000. UPDATED 12/19/14*CN UPDATED 05/27/2015 *JS
2013-12-07
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-07
- VIN: 3C3EL55H4YT
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THIS MORNING AT APPROXIMATELY 8:00 A.M. CENTRAL, MY HUSBAND AND I WERE AWAKEN TO OUR CAR HORN BLARING. I AM QUITE SURE THAT ALL OF OUR NEIGHBORS ARE NOW AWAKE AS WELL. WE TRIED TO TURN IT OFF THINKING IT WAS THE PANIC BUTTON, BUT TURN OUT THAT IT WAS THE HORN. MY HUSBAND HAD TO PRESS ON IT REPEATEDLY TO MAKE IT STOP. HE GETS OUT OF THE VEHICLE, AND AS SOON AS HE SHUTS THE DOOR, IT START BLARING AGAIN!!! HE THEN LEAVES THE CAR DOOR OPEN AND STARTS THE VEHICLE TO HEAT UP THE ENGINE, SINCE WE HAD FREEZING TEMPERATURES THE LAST COUPLE OF NIGHTS. IT WASN'T UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS WARM THAT HE WAS ABLE TO SHUT THE DOOR WITHOUT IT GOING OFF AGAIN. I GOOGLED THE PROBLEM ONLINE AND FOUND THAT MANY OTHERS HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE WITH THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE AND SOME HAVE EXPERIENCED THE HORN GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING!!!! I ALSO HAVE READ WHERE THE DEALERSHIPS ARE NOT TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS PROBLEM, AS IT SHOULD BE A RECALL ISSUE AND COVERED 100%!! IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND EMBARRASSING, BUT ALSO A DANGER IF IT OCCURS WHILE PEOPLE ARE DRIVING!!!!!! *TR
2013-09-24
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-10
- VIN: 3C3EL45HXYT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ALL SEATBELTS IN THE CAR HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING. IT STARTED WITH THE BELTS RANDOMLY LOCKING, WHETHER DRIVING OR NOT. NOW, I HAVE TO KEEP CLIPS ON THE BELTS TO PREVENT THEM FROM FULLY RETRACTING. *JS
2013-06-18
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-18
- VIN: 3C3EL55HXYT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ON 6/18/13, I NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT LATCH (THE RECEPTACLE PORTION) WAS BEING PUSHED BETWEEN THE SEAT AND THE CENTER CONSOLE WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO BUCKLE. THE FOURTH OR FIFTH TIME IT DID THIS, THE ENTIRE BUCKLE BROKE OFF. UPON INSPECTION, THE WIRE CABLE CONNECTING THE SEAT BELT LATCH AND THE ANCHOR HAD BROKEN. THE ANCHOR WAS STILL SECURELY BOLTED TO THE SEAT. I HAVE CONTACTED A DEALER AND CHRYSLER, TO NO AVAIL. *TR
2012-04-15
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-15
- VIN: 3C3EL55H4YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM CONCERNS THE SEATBELT RESTRAINT SYSTEM ".THE SEATBELT CONTROL MODULE" HAS FAILED ON OUR 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING 1. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS AND AFTER SETTING FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THE BATTERY WAS LOW REQUIRING JUMP STARTING. 2. TWO DEALERSHIPS CHECKED OUT WHAT WAS DRAINING THE BATTERY AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR. 3. WITH THE BATTERY GROUND DISCONNECTED AND AN AMMETER BETWEEN BATTERY GROUND AND CHASIS GROUND MY INITIAL READING WAS .06 AMPS,. 4. WITH THIS SAME TEST SETUP IN PLACE THE DOORS WERE OPENED AND THEN CLOSED THE AMMETER READ .5 AMPS DRAW ON THE BATTERY AFTER THE CONTROL FOR THE INTERIOR LIGHTS TIMED OUT. NOTE:THE INITIAL BREAKING OF THE GROUND DISGUISED THE PROBLEM. (MAYBE WHY DEALERSHIPS DID NOT DETECT THE PROBLEM) . I PROCEEDED TO PULL FUSES UNTIL I DISCOVERED THE .5 AMP DRAIN WENT AWAY WHEN THE FUSE FEEDING THE SEAT BELT CONTROL MODULE WAS PULLED. I HAVE NOT YET HAD OUR CAR REPAIRED HOWEVER APPEARANCES ARE THAT THE MODULE IS DEFECTIVE. THIS PROBLEM MAY NEVER HAVE SHOWED UP HAD THE CAR BEEN DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS KEEPING THE BATTERY FROM GETTING TOO LOW TO START THE CAR. EVEN WITH THE FUSE PULLED THE SEATBELTS COULD BE USED AS NORMAL WHICH WE DID SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE THEY LOCKED TO WHERE THEY COULD NOT BE RETRACTED. WHAT LITTLE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE TELLS ME THIS MODULE HAS MANY SAFETY FUNCTIONS BESIDES JUST REMINDING US TO FASTEN THE SEAT BELTS. THE IMPACT SENSOR IS A COMPONENT OF THE SEATBELT CONTROL TIMER MODULE (SCTM) LOCATED UNDER THE CENTER CONSOLE. THE G-SENSOR IS SENSITIVE TO FRONTAL IMPACT AND TO A ROLL OR PITCH OR MORE THAN 45 DEGREES AND TO ACCELERATION OR DECELERATION EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN 0.7G IN ANY DIRECTION. IN CLOSING MY CONCERN IS THAT THERE ARE MANY CARS BEING DRIVEN DAILY WITH THE OWNERS UNAWARE OF A MALFUNCTIONING "SEAT BELT CONTROL MODULE". *TR
2012-02-08
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-01
- VIN: 3C3EL45HXYT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS WERE LOCKED AND WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 154,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 157,000.
2011-09-17
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-06
- VIN: 3C3EL55H3YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MY WIFE OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING JXI CONVERTIBLE. ON SEPTEMBER 6., 2011 MY WIFE WAS LEAVING FOR WORK AND WHEN SHE WENT TO BUCKLE HER SEAT BELT THE ENTIRE SEAT BELT'S FEMALE RECEPTICLE (DRIVER'S SIDE) BROKE OFF IN HER HAND (THE ENTIRE CABLE SNAPPED). UPON INSPECTION WE DISCOVERED THE CABLE THAT BOLTS THE RECEPTICLE TO THE SEAT FRAME HAD BROKEN IN THE MIDDLE WHERE THERE IS VERY LITTLE BINDING OR BENDING. WE CALLED CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THEY STATED IT "WASN'T COVERED UNDER WARRANTY...." MY WIFE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO OUR LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD HER IT WOULD COST $300 TO REPLACE IT. AS A TEMPORARY FIX I MOVED THE SEAT BELT RECEPTICLE FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT TO THE TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SINCE IT'S ILLEGAL IN MISSOURI TO DRIVE WITHOUT A SEAT BELT. WE FEEL THERE SHOULDN'T BE A WARRANTY PERIOD FOR SAFETY EQUIPMENT ON A VEHICLE - IF A PART FAILS THROUGH NO FAULT OF THE OWNER THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD REPLACE THEIR SUBSTANDARD PARTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT'S A DEFECTIVE PART THAT COULD COST THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE THEIR LIFE. AFTER DOING AN ONLINE SEARCH WE FOUND WE WEREN'T ALONE IN SEAT BELT RECEPTICLES BREAKING ON CHRYSLER SEBRINGS. WITHIN 10 MINUTES OF MY SEARCH I FOUND 5 COMPLAINTS DESCRIBING THE SAME MALFUNCTION OR DEFECT - ONE MENTIONED THE PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED AFTER AN ACCIDENT WHERE "SEVERE HEAD INJURIES" RESULTED. THE COMPLAINTS I READ ONLINE STARTED WITH THE MODEL YEAR 2000 AND GO THROUGH 2005. MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR FOR FEAR OF THE SEAT BELT RECEPTICLE I MOVED TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE FAILING IN AN ACCIDENT. IF I GET ONE FROM A JUNKYARD TO SAVE MONEY ON THE REPAIR WHO'S TO SAY IT WON'T BREAK IN AN ACCIDENT TOO RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH? *TT
2011-08-02
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-05-01
- VIN: 3C3EL55H8YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT TIMES, THE SEAT BELT CONNECTORS WOULD FAIL TO ALIGN PROPERLY, RENDERING THEM INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 164,000. UPDATED 8/29/11 *CN THE SEAT BELT RELEASE MODULE DOES NOT RANDOMLY BELTS. UPDATED 09/21/11
2010-10-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-09
- VIN: 3C3EL55H7YT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE KEY WOULD NOT TURN IN THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHENEVER THE FAILURE OCCURRED SPORADICALLY FOR THE LAST FIVE YEARS. THE CONTACT HAD NOT ALLOWED THE DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT WAS USING HOME REMEDIES TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, IT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE CONTACT STATED THIS WAS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE COULD LEAVE HIM STRANDED ON THE ROAD. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.
2010-07-02
STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-01
- Components: STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BUTTON TO THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WOULD NOT WORK UNLESS IT WERE PRESSED REPEATEDLY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE COMPRESSOR TO THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT FAILED; YET, THEY WERE NOT SURE WHAT WAS WRONG WITH THE CONVERTIBLE TOP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 53,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
2010-06-15
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-05
- VIN: 3C3EL55H3YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE JXI - SEATBELTS MALFUNCTION SEATBELT RETRACTOR LOCKS UP (BOTH SEATS AT THE SAME TIME) SO THE SEAT BELTS CANNOT BE USED. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM BUT VERY PROBLEMATIC. I HAVE REPLACED THE SEATBELT FUSE. I HAVE CONSULTED WITH A CHRYSLER SERVICE DEPT. TECHNICIAN WHO STATED THAT REPLACING THE RETRACTOR WOULD BE $508 PER SEAT BUT COULDN'T GUARANTEE THAT THIS WOULD BE THE SOLUTION. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE INTERNET; HTTP://TOWNHALL-TALK.EDMUNDS.COM/DIRECT/VIEW/.F11C283 WHICH HAS NUMEROUS SIMILAR COMPLAINTS AND WWW.ALLEXPERTS.COM. *TR
2010-06-06
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-06
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I OWN A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE JXI. THE SEAT BELTS OCCASIONALLY WILL NOT RETRACT FROM BOTH FRONT SEAT. THE PROBLEM PERSISTS FOR ANYWHERE BETWEEN AN HOUR AND SEVERAL DAYS. BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS LOCK AT THE SAME TIME. *TR
2010-05-29
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-29
- VIN: 3C3EL45H7YT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I WAS JUST DRIVING MY CHRYSLER SEBRING 2000 THIS AFTERNOON WHEN THE BRAKES FAILED COMPLETELY. I WAS LUCKY TO BE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THIS HAPPENED AND I DON'T WANT TO IMAGINE WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED ON A HIGHWAY! THERE WAS NO WARNING AT ALL, NO LIGHT COMING ON, NOTHING, AND THE BRAKE PEDAL JUST COLLAPSED COMPLETELY. I WILL HAVE TO TAKE THE CAR TO THE GARAGE ON TUESDAY. I WANTED TO KNOW WHAT I CAN DO ABOUT THAT TO BE SURE THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN AGAIN....IT'S SCARY TO THINK THAT YOU CAN DRIVE A CAR 65 MILES AN HOUR WITH SUDDENLY NO BRAKES AT ALL!! I WAS JUST VERY LUCKY THIS TIME! *TR
2010-05-24
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-20
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: LETTER FROM SENATOR ISAKSON ON BEHALF OF RE HER 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING THAT BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER THE HOOD *TGW
2009-10-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAVE A 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE WITH EXACTLY THE SAME PROBLEM: THE HORN GOES OFF WHENEVER IT WANTS TO. THE FIRST TIME IT COMPLETELY BURNED OUT BOTH OF THE HORNS, WHICH I HAD TO PAY FOR TO BE REPLACED, SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS LONG OUT OF WARRANTY. OF COURSE, THE HORN ALWAYS ACTIVATED ITSELF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT. THE CHRYSLER DEALER DIAGNOSIS REVEALED THAT THE HORN SWITCH IS SOMEHOW DEFECTIVE, SOMETHING I FIGURE OUT AFTER BANGING ON THE PAD DURING ONE SCENARIO ONLY TO DISCOVER THIS CAUSED THE HORN TO TURN OFF. THE HORN SWITCH IS DESIGNED AS SOME SORT OF MEMBRANE AND IS NON-CONVENTIONAL BY ANY MEANS. TEMPERATURE EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION CAUSES THE TWO SIDE OF THE SWITCH TO CONNECT ON THEIR OWN. TO ADD INSULT TO INJURY, YOU CAN ONLY REPLACE THE SWITCH IF YOU REPLACE THE ENTIRE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY, A PART WHICH IS QUITE COSTLY. SO, INSTEAD OF PAYING THE OVER ONE GRAND REPAIR COST FOR SOMETHING THAT IS OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, I WIRED IN A SWITCH TO THE SIDE DASH FUSE COMPARTMENT IN BETWEEN THE HORN RELAY AND THE CONNECTOR AND MOUNTED THE SWITCH IN THE CENTER OF THE PANEL DOOR. NOW, WHEN I LEAVE THE VEHICLE, I SIMPLY THROW THE SWITCH AND MY HORN WORRIES ARE OVER. A HASSLE? MAYBE, BUT AT LEAST I DON'T HAVE TO RUN OUT TO THE CAR IN MY UNDERWEAR IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT TO TAP THE STEERING WHEEL PAD TO STOP THAT INFERNAL BLARING OF THE HORN. THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL BY CHRYSLER--WHICH IT NEVER WAS--AS THE SWITCH DESIGN IS DEFECTIVE. SLIPSHOD ENGINEERING IS MY ANALYSIS. CHRYSLER SHOULD BE LIABLE FOR THE REPAIRS BUT THEY ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY, PROBABLY BECAUSE THIS MODEL HAS SO MANY ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER, AND ALARM ISSUES THAT THEY WOULD HAVE GONE BROKE FIXING ALL OF THEM. MY DASH LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM AND I'M ALSO HAVING ALARM AND KEY FOB ISSUES. I REALLY LOVE MY CONVERTIBLE, BUT I'LL NEVER BUY ANOTHER CHRYSLER PRODUCT. *TR
2009-09-11
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-01
- VIN: 3C3EL55HXYT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING JXI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WEBBING OF THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT BELT COULD NOT BE EXTRACTED WHEN WORN BY AN OCCUPANT. IF THE OCCUPANTS ARE NOT SECURED IN THE VEHICLE, THEY COULD BE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, IN WHICH THE TECHNICIANS HAVE REPLACED THE WIRING HARNESS, SEAT BELT BUCKLE, AND SEAT BELT RETRACTOR. THE REPAIRS HAVE NOT REMEDIED THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 75,000. UPDATED 10/21/09. *LJ UPDATED 10/23/09.*JB
2009-06-24
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-20
- VIN: 3C3EL55H4YT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I HAVE A 2000 SEBRING JXI CONVERTIBLE. THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT BASE WIRES BROKE AND TORE OFF THE CLICK IN PART.. I BROUGHT IT TO CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR AND THEY SAID THEY WOULDN'T REPLACE IT. THEY WERE GOING TO CHARGE ME OVER $300.00 DOLLARS TO PUT IN A NEW BASE. MY HUSBAND TRANSFERRED THE PASSENGERSIDE BASE TO THE DRIVERS SIDE FOR ME. BUT I CAN'T TAKE ANYONE WITH ME IN THE CAR. I AM STILL UPSET. I WISH THEY WOULD SEND ME A NEW BASE. *TR
2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible.
2010-12-27
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.
- Consequence: IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.
2009-10-09
- Manufacturer: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.
- Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.
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