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2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv Problems and Recalls

Owners filed 114 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv, most often about the electrical (29% of complaints, typically around 65,500 miles). It is the most complained-about Sebring Conv model year since 2000.

Complaints114
Recalls0
Crashes reported2
Fires reported1
Injuries reported3

Most common 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems

  1. Electrical

    33 complaints · 29%

    Half of these problems showed up before 65,500 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, ignition.

    I have a 2008 sebring convertible.. While driving.. The car's electronic throttle control light comes on and starts to lose power and will almost shut down.. I am hearing about others with similar problems.. Pg 181 on owners' manual.. This makes it for a real dangerous situation if the engine shuts down.. I lose all…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 65,000 miles
    My 2008 sebring had the electronic throttle control light come on. When this happened the vehicle immediately reduced itself to 2000 rpms. I could not accelerate beyond that threshold. If the vehicle came to a stop it would stall out completely. I have read several similar reports of this issue including it causing…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 65,742 miles

  2. Engine

    30 complaints · 26%

    Half of these problems showed up before 65,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.

    My 2008 sebring had the electronic throttle control light come on. When this happened the vehicle immediately reduced itself to 2000 rpms. I could not accelerate beyond that threshold. If the vehicle came to a stop it would stall out completely. I have read several similar reports of this issue including it causing…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 65,742 miles
    While driving on a highway at high-speed, all the electrical instruments began flashing on/off. The airbag light began flashing and a chime could be heard. This occurs intermittently (3-5 times per year) and Chrysler cannot properly diagnose the problem. With this latest incident, the dealership told me it would cost…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 67,000 miles

  3. Transmission

    17 complaints · 15%

    Half of these problems showed up before 42,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.

    Vehicle was parked overnight after operation. The next morning the vehicle was not able to be put into gear. Had to be towed to dealer. A part of the automatic shifter mechanism had broken, and had to be replaced.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2010, at 41,250 miles
    The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that while turning at unknown speeds, she heard a loud noise. The contact also stated that while in reverse, the vehicle hesitated before shifting into gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2013, at 43,000 miles

  4. Body and structure

    15 complaints · 13%

    Half of these problems showed up before 28,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.

    My 2008 Chrysler convertible cloth top has been at the dealership service department for 3 weeks as of today. The trunk lid won't go down. The towing company would not even tow it because it would damage the car further. Called Chrysler and they said they had several complaints and that they were "tooling" the top.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 17,775 miles
    2008 Chrysler sebring convertible top not working properly. Top is getting stuck half way when lowering. Took it to dealership and they would not repair. Accused me of damaging and wanted to charge me $700 to repair. I refused to pay it and have not been able to use the top. Lease is now up and I am afraid they are…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2011, at 37,784 miles

  5. Speed control

    13 complaints · 11%

    Half of these problems showed up before 66,500 miles.

    My 2008 sebring had the electronic throttle control light come on. When this happened the vehicle immediately reduced itself to 2000 rpms. I could not accelerate beyond that threshold. If the vehicle came to a stop it would stall out completely. I have read several similar reports of this issue including it causing…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 65,742 miles
    I was in the process of entering a highway from a driveway. I hit the gas pedal and the car took off uncontrollably across the highway, across lanes of traffic, went up an embankment and then back down where the car shut off. I had not driven the car since the accident, but when I picked up the vehicle at the…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 67,738 miles

  6. Doors and locks

    8 complaints · 7%

    Half of these problems showed up before 20,000 miles. Parts named most often: doors.

    I purchased a new 2008 Chrysler sebring hardtop convertible in october of 2007 and I am having problems with the convertible top and door locks. I took my vehicle to the shop several times regarding this matter and they are not able to satisfied me regarding my car.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 20,100 miles
    My 2008 Chrysler convertible cloth top has been at the dealership service department for 3 weeks as of today. The trunk lid won't go down. The towing company would not even tow it because it would damage the car further. Called Chrysler and they said they had several complaints and that they were "tooling" the top.
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2009, at 17,775 miles

  7. Brakes

    8 complaints · 7%

    Half of these problems showed up before 59,500 miles.

    On aug. 8, 2014, with in minutes of exiting the 135 frwy at the lake exit in pasadena, ca., and slowing to turn into a del taco, the breaks on our car "totally locked up!". The following day we had the car towed to alhambra Chrysler dodge jeep ram. I was very detailed in what happened to the service manager. The…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2014, at 48,966 miles
    The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring convertible. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle shook violently without warning. In addition, while driving at low speeds, the vehicle jerked forward and stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. While driving at…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 70,000 miles

  8. Other or unspecified

    8 complaints · 7%

    Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles.

    First I went to start the car, I noticed the battery wasn't starting. I open the hood and tried to move the battery post, they were tight, but the plastic cover on the post started sending sparks out when I touched it. After a while I tried to start it again and it started right up. Then I noticed the malfunction…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2015, at 48,074 miles
    2008 Chrysler sebring electrical system recall 08v152000 NHTSA: action number: n/a service bulletin number: 08v152000 report date: apr 02, 2008component: electrical systempotential units affected: 180963manufacturer: Chrysler llc summary: Chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles…
    Owner report to NHTSA, 2012, at 40,000 miles

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

2008 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 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv?
By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (33 complaints, typically around 65,500 miles); engine (30 complaints, typically around 65,500 miles); transmission (17 complaints, typically around 42,000 miles).
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
Is the 2008 a bad year for the Chrysler Sebring Conv?
It is the most complained-about Sebring Conv model year since 2000, with 114 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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