1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING
9 recalls, 231 complaints - 77 TSBs
09E043000 Jul 7, 2009
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
IMPORT PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 30,351 FUEL FILTERS SOLD TO AND BRANDED BY THE AFFINIA GROUP AS CARQUEST P/N 86523, NAPA P/N 3523, AND WIX P/N 33523 FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THESE FILTERS MAY DEVELOP A LEAK IN THE HOSE ASSEMBLY AND/OR CONNECTORS DUE TO IMPROPERLY ... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
THE AFFINIA GROUP WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE FILTERS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WIX FILTER RETURN CENTER AT 1-704-869-7411 OR IMPORT PRODUCTS AT 1-508-279-8207.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
07E055000 Jul 26, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULE ASSEMBLIES, P/N E7081H, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE WALL OF THE FLARED FITTING OF THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT THICK ENOUGH TO PREVENT THE MATING THREADED FITTINGS FROM BOTTOMING OUT BEFORE AN ADEQUATE SEAL IS ACHIEVED. THIS COND... Read more
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AIRTEX AUTOMOTIVE AT 800-880-3056.
06E091000 Nov 2, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
CERTAIN AIRTEX FUEL PUMP MODULES, P/NOS. E7089M, E7094M, E7113M, AND E7129M, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 1 AND SEPTEMBER 24, 2006. THESE FUEL PUMP MODULES WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE IN CERTAIN DAIMLERCHRYSLER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SILICONE MATERIAL USED IN MANUFACTURE OF THE FLAPPER VALVE WAS... Read more
Consequence
FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX TOLL-FREE AT 1-866-867-3759.
06E088000 Oct 23, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
CERTAIN TIGAS FUEL PUMP MODULES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 1 AND SEPTEMBER 24, 2006, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AND P/NOS. THESE FUEL PUMP MODULES ARE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE IN CERTAIN DAIMLERCHRYSLER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SILICONE MATERIAL USED IN MANUFACTURE OF THE FLAPPER VALVE WAS OUT... Read more
Consequence
FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TI AUTOMOTIVE TOLL-FREE AT 1-877-461-1834.
06E064000 Jul 17, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED ... Read more
Consequence
LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
01I012000 Jul 5, 2001
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Description
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1998-1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING JXI LIMITED CONVERTIBLES. THE STEERING COLUMN INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COUPLER PINCH BOLT RETAINING PIN COULD SNAG AND/OR... Read more
Consequence
THIS COULD INTERFERE WITH THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALER WILL REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COUPLER PINCH BOLT AND RETAINING PIN. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FLOOR MATS WILL BE REPLACED.
00V421002 Dec 18, 2000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE RUBBER BOOTS ON THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY, DIRT AND WATER CAN INTRUDE. ALSO, MMC HAS ADDED THE POTENTIAL OF LEAKING MOISTURE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE BALL STUD TO CORRODE.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERCEDES MMC'S PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN, SEE 99V-066.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. BALL JOINTS THAT EXHIBIT WEAR BEYOND THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEWLY DESIGNED LATERAL ARM BALL JOINTS. BALL JOINTS THAT ARE WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE WILL BE CLEANED AND A SPECIAL SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED T... Read more
99I004000 May 6, 1999
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER IS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY, IT CAN SEPARATE UNEXPECTEDLY FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING.
Consequence
IF THE COVER SEPARATES WHILE DRIVING, IT COULD DISTRACT THE DRIVER INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL RECEIVE AN IMPROVED CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER INSTRUCTION LABEL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Complaint Statistics
231 total complaints
35 crashes 8 fires 19 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 17 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 14 |
| WHEELS:RIM | 11 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 10 |
| TIRES | 9 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 8 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 7 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT | 7 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 7 |
ENGINE
Oct 3, 2016
Incident date: Sep 24, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS NOT INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED EXTENSIVE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT REQUESTED REIMURSEMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2016
Incident date: Sep 24, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. PRIOR TO PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT WAS NOT INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED EXTENSIVE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT REQUESTED REIMURSEMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
POWER TRAIN
Aug 23, 2016
Incident date: Aug 23, 2016
TAKATA RECALL MY CONCERNS OF ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE,THE DASH LIGHT STAYS ON LONGER THAN SHOULD.
AIR BAGS
Aug 23, 2016
Incident date: Aug 23, 2016
TAKATA RECALL MY CONCERNS OF ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE,THE DASH LIGHT STAYS ON LONGER THAN SHOULD.
STEERING
Aug 23, 2016
Incident date: Aug 23, 2016
TAKATA RECALL MY CONCERNS OF ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE,THE DASH LIGHT STAYS ON LONGER THAN SHOULD.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 28, 2015
Incident date: Mar 7, 2012
1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CAR WAS CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO POWER STEERING LEAK. *TA THE CONSUMER ALSO HAD A FUEL PUMP ISSUE. THE REPAIR SHOP STATED THE CONNECTIONS HAD BURNED AT THE FUEL PUMP. *JB
Fire
STEERING
Jan 28, 2015
Incident date: Mar 7, 2012
1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CAR WAS CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO POWER STEERING LEAK. *TA THE CONSUMER ALSO HAD A FUEL PUMP ISSUE. THE REPAIR SHOP STATED THE CONNECTIONS HAD BURNED AT THE FUEL PUMP. *JB
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 9, 2014
Incident date: Sep 6, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO AN EXTREMELY HIGH SPEED. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR ... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Apr 29, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BALL JOINT WAS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MI... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 15, 2012
Incident date: Jun 13, 2012
PURCHASED A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE FOR MY DAUGHTER. THE FRONT SEAT BELTS WERE KNOTTED NEAR THE SEAT BACK REST. WITHOUT MY KNOWLEDGE, SON AND DAUGHTER UN-KNOTTED THE SEAT BELTS WHICH RETRACTED ALL THE WAY IN. BOTH SEAT BELTS ARE NOW LOCKED AND CANNOT BE RETRACTED. TOOK TO A MECHANIC AN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 25, 2011
Incident date: Nov 22, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ACCELERATING AND MAKING TURNS THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE RECEIVING FUEL DURING THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEA... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Nov 3, 2011
Incident date: Oct 20, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT DETACH FROM THE HOOK AND THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 25, 2011
Incident date: Oct 24, 2011
I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN THE STREET AT ABOUT 30 OR LESS MPH. I HAD JUST PICKED UP MY BABIES FROM SCHOOL AND THE TIRE CAME COMPLETELY OFF OF MY CAR . WE FELL TO THE GROUND VERY HARD STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD THE WHOLE ARM THAT HOLDS MY TIRE ON OR THE FRONT END BALL JOINTS CAME OFF AS WELL . ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
WHEELS
Oct 25, 2011
Incident date: Oct 24, 2011
I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN THE STREET AT ABOUT 30 OR LESS MPH. I HAD JUST PICKED UP MY BABIES FROM SCHOOL AND THE TIRE CAME COMPLETELY OFF OF MY CAR . WE FELL TO THE GROUND VERY HARD STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD THE WHOLE ARM THAT HOLDS MY TIRE ON OR THE FRONT END BALL JOINTS CAME OFF AS WELL . ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Jul 25, 2011
Incident date: Jun 28, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO FALL ON THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE. THE TIRE WAS AT AN ANGLE AND PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING. THE TOW TRUCK WAS NOTIFIED. THE TOW TRUCK ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 2, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED UNTIL HE TURNED OFF THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE A FEW MONTHS PRIOR TO THE ... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Jan 28, 2010
Incident date: Jan 22, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. SHE RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 00V421002 RECALL NOTICE, SUSPENSION FRONT CONTROL ARM, LOWER BALL JOINT WHICH STATED "DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE LOWER LATERAL ARM BALL JOINT FOR WEAR. BALL JOINTS THAT EXHIBIT WEAR BEYOND THE ESTABLISHED TOLERANCE W... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 15, 2009
Incident date: Oct 15, 2009
UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS,THE SPARKS PLUG WIRES FOR THE 3 REAR CYLINDERS ARE ROUTED IN A MANNER THAT PUTS THEM ON TOP OF THE FUEL RAIL,IN THE ODD OCCURRENCE THE SPARKS PLUG WIRES FAIL THEY CAN SEND A SHOCK OF ELECTRICITY AT THE FUEL RAIL CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT THE IGNITION AND CAUSING A FIR... Read more
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 31, 2008
Incident date: Oct 31, 2008
CAR HAD BEEN CUTTING OUT WHILE DRIVING FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND A HALF. TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON A 4-LANE VERY BUSY DIVIDED HIGHWAY ABOUT 55 MPH, CAR SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THEN WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED TO TURN AND CROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC THROUGH MEDIAN TURN-OFF, CAR DIED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. CAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 31, 2008
Incident date: Oct 31, 2008
CAR HAD BEEN CUTTING OUT WHILE DRIVING FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND A HALF. TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON A 4-LANE VERY BUSY DIVIDED HIGHWAY ABOUT 55 MPH, CAR SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED. THEN WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED TO TURN AND CROSS TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC THROUGH MEDIAN TURN-OFF, CAR DIED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. CAR... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Sep 5, 2008
Incident date: Sep 5, 2008
I PURCHASE THIS USED 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI 2 YEARS AGO AND WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT ONLY NEEDED A WHEEL ALIGNMENT. AFTER ATTEMPTING TO GET AN ALIGNMENT I WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER LATERAL CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS EXTREMELY SCARY AND VERY HARD TO GET FIXED BECAUSE OF MY WORK... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 5, 2008
Incident date: Sep 5, 2008
I PURCHASE THIS USED 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI 2 YEARS AGO AND WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER IT ONLY NEEDED A WHEEL ALIGNMENT. AFTER ATTEMPTING TO GET AN ALIGNMENT I WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER LATERAL CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS EXTREMELY SCARY AND VERY HARD TO GET FIXED BECAUSE OF MY WORK... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Aug 11, 2008
Incident date: Aug 11, 2008
LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT SEPARATED. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 5, 2008
Incident date: Jul 3, 2004
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY DOES NOT ALWAYS TURN WHEN INSERTING IT INTO THE IGNITION. THIS FREQUENTLY PREVENTS HER FROM OPERATING THE VEHICLE. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TWICE AND THEY REPLACED THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER BOTH TIMES AT THE C... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 6, 2008
Incident date: May 9, 2007
I WAS IN A COLLISION WITH A STOPPED VEHICLE WHERE I REAR ENDED THEM. I WAS TRAVELING APPROX. 43 MPH AND HIT THEM HEAD ON YET MY AIRBAG NEVER DEPLOYED. *TR
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Jan 7, 2008
Incident date: May 1, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT AXLE BROKE. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE AXLE FAILED AND MADE THE REPAIR. APPROXIMATELY THREE MONTHS LATER WHILE DRIVING (MPH UNKNOWN) THE FRONT AXLE BROKE AGAIN. AS OF JANUARY 7, 2008, THE MECHANIC HAD NOT RE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 24, 2007
Incident date: Oct 22, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE SIMILAR TO THAT OF A TIRE FAILURE AND THEN THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. SHE ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS RE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Sep 17, 2007
Incident date: Aug 3, 2007
WHERE DO I BEGIN? I PURCHASED THIS 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI USED IN 2006. IT HAD OVER 100,000 MILES ON IT, BUT APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD RUNNING CONDITION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON WHEN I PURCHASED IT AND THE DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS AN O2 SENSOR. THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY ENGINE PROBLEMS WITH THE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Sep 17, 2007
Incident date: Aug 3, 2007
WHERE DO I BEGIN? I PURCHASED THIS 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI USED IN 2006. IT HAD OVER 100,000 MILES ON IT, BUT APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD RUNNING CONDITION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON WHEN I PURCHASED IT AND THE DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS AN O2 SENSOR. THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY ENGINE PROBLEMS WITH THE... Read more
TIRES
Sep 17, 2007
Incident date: Aug 3, 2007
WHERE DO I BEGIN? I PURCHASED THIS 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI USED IN 2006. IT HAD OVER 100,000 MILES ON IT, BUT APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD RUNNING CONDITION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON WHEN I PURCHASED IT AND THE DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS AN O2 SENSOR. THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY ENGINE PROBLEMS WITH THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Aug 23, 2007
Incident date: Aug 19, 2007
FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH LOCKS UP STEERING WHEEL. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 20, 2007
Incident date: Feb 15, 2007
TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING WITH 120000 FAILURE MILEAGE AT 5 MPH AND TRYING TO PARK SHE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN INTO A PARKING SPACE BUT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND WOULD NOT TURN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FLOOR MAT GOT TANGLED INTO THE STEERI... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Jun 6, 2006
Incident date: Jun 4, 2004
TRUNK FALLS WITHOUT WARNING - HAS HIT ME ON THE BACK, HEAD AND HAND ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, CAUSING SEVERE BRUISING, BUT NO BROKEN BONES, YET. *NM
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
May 3, 2006
Incident date: May 3, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FLOOR SHIFTER WILL NOT STAY IN PARK AND THE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 04V021000, REGARDING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: LEVER AND LINKAGE: FLOOR SHIFT. THE MODEL WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jan 1, 2006
Incident date: Oct 26, 2005
CHRYSLER SEBRING, DODGE AVENGER, OR MITSUBISHI ECLISPE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR HANDLES BREAK OFF WHILE TRYING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY PASSENGER DOOR HANDLE ONCE AND NOW THE DRIVER SIDE HAS BROKEN AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER TOLD ME THEY ARE ON BACK ORDER. WHY? BECAU... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Oct 29, 2005
Incident date: Sep 13, 2005
MY DOOR PANEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF MY 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI BLEW OFF ON THE HIGHWAY HITTING MY CAR AND COMING DANGEROUSLY CLOSE TO HITTING SEVERAL OTHERS BEHIND ME. *JB
STRUCTURE
Oct 29, 2005
Incident date: Sep 13, 2005
MY DOOR PANEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF MY 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI BLEW OFF ON THE HIGHWAY HITTING MY CAR AND COMING DANGEROUSLY CLOSE TO HITTING SEVERAL OTHERS BEHIND ME. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 29, 2005
Incident date: Aug 7, 2005
I PURCHASED A 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING IN JULY 2005. MY TRANSMISSION BLEW UP ALMOST CAUSING THE CAR TO CATCH FIRE. I WAS ON THE FREEWAY RETURNING HOME FROM A TRIP AND HEARD THIS LOUD NOISE THAT SHOOK THE ENTIRE CAR. I THOUGHT THAT A TRUCK TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT UNTIL I LOOKED IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AND S... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Jul 25, 2005
Incident date: Jul 22, 2005
LOUD CLICK SOUND FROM THE FRONT WHEELS WHEN SHIFTING FRONT PARK TO DRIVE, WAS DIAGNOSED BY A CHRYSLER MECHANIC AS LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR ON BOTH SIDES. RIGHT AND LEFT LOWER BALL JOINT GREASE BOOTS WERE DEFLATED AND GREASE WAS ABSENT CAUSING PRE-MATURE (38,000) MILE FAILURE OF THE BALL JOINT. SYMTOMS... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 14, 2005
Incident date: Sep 1, 2004
UPSET WITH THE FACT THAT I HAVE TWO CHRYSLER PRODUCTS: 1990 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AND 1999 CHRSYLER SEBRING BOTH OF WHICH FAILED PREMATURELY. THE VOYAGER HAD TWO TRANSMISSION REPLACMENTS AND THE SEBRING HAD ONE TRANSMISSION REPLACED. BOTH FAILED BEFORE 70,000 MILES. I SEE THAT THERE'S BULLETINS ADDRES... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Apr 15, 2005
Incident date: Mar 10, 2005
BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY, CHANGED DIRECTIONS, THROTTLE APPLIED, SPEED OF VEHICLE INCREASED, SPEED CONTINUED TO INCREASE. THE VEHICLE HAD NO RESPONSE TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM, VEHICLE PROCEEDED THROUGH A STOP SIGN ACROSS A MAJOR 4 LANE ROAD, STROKE THE FRONT OF A BRICK BUILDING, AND CONTINUED ALONG THE S... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Mar 24, 2005
Incident date: Mar 1, 2005
RECALL REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST FOR TRANSAXLE SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK. *BF THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY HAD BROKEN. *SC *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 9, 2005
Incident date: Dec 1, 2004
RECALL CAMPAIGN CONCERNING TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK, CONSUMER REQUEST THIS PART TO BE INSTALL. *BF SINCE THE INSTALLATION OF THE TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK RECALL, THE POWER TOP SWITCH ON THE CONSOLE DID NOT SEAT PROPERLY AND OTHER PROLEMS WERE; THE... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Mar 9, 2005
Incident date: Dec 1, 2004
RECALL CAMPAIGN CONCERNING TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK, CONSUMER REQUEST THIS PART TO BE INSTALL. *BF SINCE THE INSTALLATION OF THE TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK RECALL, THE POWER TOP SWITCH ON THE CONSOLE DID NOT SEAT PROPERLY AND OTHER PROLEMS WERE; THE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 9, 2005
Incident date: Dec 1, 2004
RECALL CAMPAIGN CONCERNING TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK, CONSUMER REQUEST THIS PART TO BE INSTALL. *BF SINCE THE INSTALLATION OF THE TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK RECALL, THE POWER TOP SWITCH ON THE CONSOLE DID NOT SEAT PROPERLY AND OTHER PROLEMS WERE; THE... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Feb 25, 2005
Incident date: Feb 25, 2005
THE DOOR CLADDING ON MY 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE SINCE I FIRST PURCHASED THE CAR NEW IN DECEMBER 1998. THE DEALERSHIP ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM AT LEAST 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM PERSISTS WITH MY DOOR PANELS HANGING OFF WHICH IS A BIG SAFETY CONCERN. WHY WASN'T THIS PROBLEM R... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Feb 25, 2005
Incident date: Feb 25, 2005
THE DOOR CLADDING ON MY 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE SINCE I FIRST PURCHASED THE CAR NEW IN DECEMBER 1998. THE DEALERSHIP ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM AT LEAST 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM PERSISTS WITH MY DOOR PANELS HANGING OFF WHICH IS A BIG SAFETY CONCERN. WHY WASN'T THIS PROBLEM R... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Feb 25, 2005
Incident date: Feb 25, 2005
THE DOOR CLADDING ON MY 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE SINCE I FIRST PURCHASED THE CAR NEW IN DECEMBER 1998. THE DEALERSHIP ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM AT LEAST 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM PERSISTS WITH MY DOOR PANELS HANGING OFF WHICH IS A BIG SAFETY CONCERN. WHY WASN'T THIS PROBLEM R... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 18, 2005
Incident date: Jan 3, 2005
THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE(00V421002) LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT. AFTER THE WORK WAS DONE THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A CURB. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE DRI... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Jan 18, 2005
Incident date: Jan 3, 2005
THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE(00V421002) LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT. AFTER THE WORK WAS DONE THE CONSUMER HAD AN ACCIDENT. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A CURB. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE DRI... Read more
Crash
1 injured
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 29.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 CHRYSLER SEBRING
77 manufacturer communications from 70 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging 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 nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging 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 nece
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use 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.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use 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.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
9003623
Nov 16, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead. 05066964A$ = WBRW0011A$ 05066973A$ = WB000019A$ or WBF00019A$ 05096134A$ = WB000027A$ or WBF00028A$ 55154762A$ = WB000013A$ 68001330A$ = WB000019
23027
Aug 23, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Return: 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. P
23104
Aug 22, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
05182535AD - 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. Pl
23137
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Inspect 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 id
23104
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
05182535AD - 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. Pl
Volume 2, Issue
Aug 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
20244
Aug 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBXDP361AA 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 a
22958
Aug 17, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
1NT30XDVAC - 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 identifyin
22867
Aug 17, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Inspect 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. S
22892
Aug 17, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Return: 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, 553720
20616
Aug 12, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
P/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 par
Volume 2, Issue
Jun 2, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
82212076, 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
2500102A
Sep 2, 2002
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0442, P0455, OR P0456 - LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP), LEAK DETECTED. THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES 25-001-02 DATED FEB 11, 2002. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
1802001
Aug 17, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
EXHIBITING ROUGH IDLE, HARD START AND START & STALL.*CLS
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
0804000
Dec 8, 2000
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
INFORMATION ON NEW COMPONENTS AND A REPAIR PROCEDURE DEVELOPED TO REPLACE FAILED SEAT SLIDE MOTORS. *TT
2300800B
Nov 24, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
884
Oct 1, 2000
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
ON CERTAIN COUPE VEHICLES, THE DOOR GARNISH MOLDINGS MAY MOVE FORWARD ON THE DOOR AND CONTACT THE REAR EDGE OF THE FRONT FENDER WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED. *TT
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
230800
Mar 3, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
080600
Feb 25, 2000
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
180100
Feb 4, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT
235699
Dec 31, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE BUTYL USED FOR HOLDING THE DOOR WEATHER SHIELD IN PLACE DRIPS FROM THE LOWER DOOR EDGE. *TT
182699
Dec 31, 1999
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE NOX EMISSION FAILURE WHEN PERFORMING AN ASM TYPE INSPECTION / MAINTENANCE (I/M) EMISSION TEST. *TT
083799
Nov 12, 1999
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT
234099
Oct 8, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON VEHICLES EXPERIENCING DOOR CLADDING LOOSE OR FALLING OFF. *MJS
233599REVA
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
211599
Oct 1, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT ON TRANSAXLE SEEPAGE MIS-DIAGNOSIS- CASE POROSITY. *MJS
090899
Sep 17, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING MULTI-LAYER STEEL (MLS) HEAD GASKET INSTALLATION PROCEDURES. *TT
090799
Sep 17, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
INFORMATION REGARDING 2.5L V-6 HEAD GASKET APPLICATION. *TT
233599
Sep 3, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
210599A
Sep 3, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
233199
Aug 6, 1999
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SUBJECT REGARDING TWISTED SEAT BELTS. *TT
181299
Jun 18, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF THE LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP) MONITOR TEST. *TT
020799
Jun 11, 1999
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
CONDITIONS WITH LIGHT KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE REAR SHOCK AREA. *TT
9920
Apr 30, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON FAST FEEDBACK FLEET - INSTALLATION OF 2000 MODEL YEAR 41TE TRANSAXLES. *TT
9917
Apr 12, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN OF HARSH RIDE, VEHICLE LEAD OR PULL AND PERCEIVED BRAKE SHUDDER. *TT
020299
Apr 9, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLES EXHIBITING FRONT COIL SPRING CREAKING, POPPING, OR SQUEAKING. *TT
210699
Apr 2, 1999
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CONDITIONS WITH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF SPEED CONTROL. *TT
9913
Mar 29, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE FAULTS RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS). *TT
210599
Mar 5, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT REGARDING REUSABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
210499
Feb 26, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION ON 1999 RUNNING CHANGES TO TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) *TT
190199
Jan 22, 1999
015100 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
PROCEDURES ON ALIGNING THE POWER STEERING BELT. *TT
081798
Dec 30, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON - OFF SWITCHES. *YC
050898
Dec 18, 1998
034500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
EXHIBITTING A CONDITON WHERE THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES OR THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES DUE TO PREMATURE WEAR OF FRONT BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS. *AK
236098
Dec 11, 1998
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE SUNSHADE FABRIC DELAMINATES FROM THE SUBSTRATE ALONG THE EDEGES OF THE SUNSHADE. *YC
090798
Dec 11, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING OIL SEEPAGE AT CAM POSITION SENSOR / MISINTERPRETED HEAD GASKET LEAK. *YC
235798
Nov 27, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION REGARDING HEADLINING SAGGING ABOVE REAR WINDOW DUE TO HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERSEPARATING FROM REAR WINDOW CURTAIN. *AK *YC
241598
Nov 20, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION ON A/C SYSTEM PERFORMANCE COMPLAINTS AND /0R A/C COMPRESSOR FAILURE IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES (90+F). *AK
#9864
Nov 17, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON FRONT FASCIA PROTECTOR REMOVAL. *YC
090598
Nov 6, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
A NEW MULTI-LAYER STEEL ( MLS ) HEAD GASKET HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND IS BEING IMPLEMENTED INTO PRODUCTION VEHICLES. *YC
250298
Oct 23, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING - OBD II "CARB" READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC
234598
Oct 9, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
APPROVAL OF USING OF IN- TRANSIT PROTECTIVE FILM. ON ALL VEHICLES AT ALL ASSEMBLY PLANTS. *AK
190698
Oct 2, 1998
015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
A NEW POWER STEERING FLUID. *YC
183298
Sep 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *YC
#9850
Sep 21, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CONDITIONS REGARDING PAINT SPLATTER, BELVIDERE RAIL HEAD STORAGE YARD. *YC
083298
Jul 2, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NEW VEHICLE PREP PROCEDURES - COMPASS CALIBRATION / HVAC OPERATION. *YC
081698
Apr 17, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHRYSLER SEBRING
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ00015
Opened: Aug 2, 2000 , Closed: Apr 20, 2001
LOWER CONTRTOL ARM BALL JOINT
There is no summary currently available
PE00007
Opened: Feb 2, 2000 , Closed: Jul 18, 2000
DOOR PANEL/GARNISH SEPARATION
ALLEGED THAT THE PLASTIC GARNISH PANELS MOUNTED ON DOORS DETACH FROM THEIR MOUNTINGS, SOMETIMES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION
PE99008
Opened: Feb 1, 1999 , Closed: Apr 13, 1999
BALL JOINT
allege failure of front ball joints may cause the driver to loose control of the vehicle as the front suspension collapses on one side.this loss of control increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
EA98014
Opened: May 29, 1998 , Closed: Sep 14, 1998
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK
ALLEGED FAILURE OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM THAT EITHER ALLOWS THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION AND THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR TO BE SHIFTED WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS REMOVED OR PREVENTS THEIGNITION KEY FROM BE... Read more
PE98001
Opened: Jan 7, 1998 , Closed: May 29, 1998
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK
ALLEGED FAILURE OF THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM EITHER ALLOWS THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION OR PREVENTS THE IGNITION KEY FROM BEING REMOVED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR IS IN THE PARK, OR ANY OTHER, POSITION... Read more
EA97025
Opened: Nov 24, 1997 , Closed: Nov 17, 1998
CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER DISENGAGEMENT
ALLEGED THAT THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING.
PE97029
Opened: Jun 17, 1997 , Closed: Nov 24, 1997
CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER DISENGAGEMENT
ODI HAS RECEIVED THREE REPORTS ALLEGING DISENGAGEMENT OF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER FROM THE SUBJECT VEHICLES WHILE DRIVING.
CHRYSLER SEBRING - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER SEBRING across all model years (1995, 2013).
109
Total Recalls
4,101
Total Complaints
7
Investigations
411
Reported Crashes
119
Reported Fires
12
Reported Deaths
CHRYSLER SEBRING - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 140 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 64 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 388 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 534 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 181 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 107 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 304 | View |
| 2003 | 5 | 53 | View |
| 2002 | 5 | 261 | View |
| 2001 | 12 | 322 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 141 | View |
| 1999 (current) | 9 | 231 | |
| 1998 | 10 | 357 | View |
| 1997 | 11 | 295 | View |
| 1996 | 12 | 481 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 229 | View |