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2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv, most often about the electrical (68% of complaints, typically around 49,000 miles). It is the 2nd most complained-about Sebring Conv model year since 2000.

Complaints59
Recalls0
Crashes reported4
Fires reported0
Injuries reported5

Most common 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems

  1. Electrical

    40 complaints · 68%

    Half of these problems showed up before 49,000 miles. Parts named most often: horn.

    Horn/air bag module broken. Horn goes off randomly while driving, parking or unlocking/locking the doors. I drove into a garage on the way to work and they diagnosed the problem as the horn/airbag module was broken. The estimate was $1100; however, I opted for the less expensive, unsafe remedy and just had him…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 50,000 miles
    Horn blows without warning while in traffic or standing still. Is disrupting and a distraction to surrounding vehicles and pedestrians and could cause an accident.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 47,600 miles

  2. Air bags

    22 complaints · 37%

    Half of these problems showed up before 55,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.

    The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated when traveling at any speed, the passenger air bag warning light would illuminate intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current mileage was 65,000 and the failure mileage was 55,000.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 55,000 miles
    Horn/air bag module broken. Horn goes off randomly while driving, parking or unlocking/locking the doors. I drove into a garage on the way to work and they diagnosed the problem as the horn/airbag module was broken. The estimate was $1100; however, I opted for the less expensive, unsafe remedy and just had him…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 50,000 miles

  3. Other or unspecified

    5 complaints · 9%

    Half of these problems showed up before 81,000 miles.

    The horn starts blowing randomly while driving and will not shut off without hitting on steering col...reviewed problem online and noticed this was a issue with this car. Had to pull the fuse to stop the horn from blowing on several occasions. . Problem has happened while sitting stationary with keys not in ignition…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 81,000 miles
    The horn starts honking for no reason as I am driving down the road, it also honks when I unlock the door using the remote without anyone being in the car.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2017, at 73,000 miles

  4. Body and structure

    3 complaints · 5%

    Parts named most often: body.

    Tl contact owns a 2006 Chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that water was collecting on the rear passenger side floorboard. The dealer performed a diagnostic at the cost of $70, which consisted of pouring water over the convertible top. The dealer replaced the seal on the convertible top; however, the…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2008, at 30,470 miles

  5. Visibility and wipers

    3 complaints · 5%

    Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system.

    My 2006 Chrysler sebring convertible top come up while drive 50 miles per hour it happened three times. I am sure the latch was properly inserted each time. The front end suspension jumps easily and brakes make a loud crunch at times. The windshield wipers are constantly loud...I can't use them. Replaced them and use…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 5,000 miles
    Rear defroster clip keeps falling off rear window. Chrysler won't touch it, refers to window repair, they won't touch it because evidently they are hard to repair properly. Not being able to defrost rear window in sub freezing weather is not safe.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2016, at 87,000 miles

  6. Steering

    3 complaints · 5%

    Parts named most often: linkages.

    The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that while making a turn, she lost control of the steering wheel and continued straight towards oncoming traffic. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2011, at 55,000 miles
    Horn randomly goes off (like the alarm).at first it was at unlock, now it is also when driving at speed. Totally random. Today it went off in the driveway, at a parking lot, and then again when I was driving home. Took to a dealership last week, they could not locate a fault. 5 min on google and I saw many complaints…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 31,000 miles

Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.

Questions about the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (40 complaints, typically around 49,000 miles); air bags (22 complaints, typically around 55,000 miles); other or unspecified (5 complaints, typically around 81,000 miles).
How many recalls does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2006 a bad year for the Chrysler Sebring Conv?
It is the 2nd most complained-about Sebring Conv model year since 2000, with 59 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.

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