10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #23

Feb 012005

Sebring

  • miles
1996 Chrysler Sebring has problems with roof leaking, front passenger tire separating from the vehicle as well as problems with the transaxles floor shifter/park interlock which caused driver to hit nine cars and be ejected through the windshield. There was a recall regarding the park /neutral start switch being faulty. The consumer wants daimler Chrysler to compensate her for another vehicle.

- Middlefield, CT, USA

problem #22

Nov 052001

Sebring 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Convertible top frayed at edges and back glass window was becoming loose.

- Davenport, FL, USA

problem #21

Feb 012002

Sebring

  • miles
While traveling on highway rear window was lose, and seam on convertible top was coming apart.

- Quinton, AL, USA

problem #20

Jan 252001

Sebring

  • miles
We compalined to our local service dealer, croton Dodge in croton NY of a water leak from the car wash, the dealer discovered that the arm supporting convertible roof had cracked completely all the way through. Dodge says that because it is a frame problem and because of the mileage they are not responsible. Since when does a vehicle owner have to protect himself from metal failure of a car frame" isn't it reasonable to expect a car frame to last the life of a car" croton Dodge has estimated this job to cost well in excess of $2500. Your assistancew is greatky appreciated.

- Ossining, NY, USA

problem #19

Jun 231998

Sebring

  • miles
Whenever it rains or going through a car wash roof leaks right at top of window.

- San Francisco, CA, USA

problem #18

Sep 011998

Sebring

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer has had several problems with vehicle. Brakes do not work, they grind and the pads keep wearing and have to be replaced, dealer stated the problem was with the calipers. Water is leaking into the vehicle due to sunroof being cut too short during recall 99I004, consumer feels there might have been previous problems with water leaking due to a rusted fuse. Speedometer does not work. There is a transmission leak. Air conditioner does not work. Engine light is illuminated. Windows still don't work properly. Mirrors do not work properly after recall 97V015. Vehicle gets poor gas mileage, dealer stated the spark plugs were burnt and fouled, spark plug wires were breaking down and arcing in tubes causing a build up in the throttle body.

- Burmingham, AL, USA

problem #17

Jul 232000

Sebring

  • miles
Convertible top separating. Water gets inside vehicle and door won't shut completely due to top.along wire hanging from the top keeping door from closing completely

- Raleigh, NC, USA

problem #16

May 192000

(reported on)

Sebring

  • miles
Convertible top has failed, allowing rain water to enter inside the passenger compartment, causing an electrical malfunction wthin the electrical system. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Greenville, MI, USA

problem #15

Sep 011999

Sebring

  • miles
1. horn stopped working altogether - fuse checked, ok 2. convertible top will not raise. Have had to dealer 4X previously for this. Now leaking hydraulic oil.

- North Brunswick, NJ, USA

problem #14

Mar 031998

Sebring

  • miles
Problems with the left front locking device of the convertible top. Threads of hold down bolt stripped, causing the top to come loose. Replacement unit purchase from Chrysler looked a lot sturdier than the original, so they must have experienced more problems with this device.

- Greenwood, IN, USA

problem #13

Jun 151999

Sebring

  • miles
Top coming apart around the edges of convertible top. Notifed dealer and informed consumer that warranty covers only 3 yrs. Or 36,000 miles. Consumer would like to know from NHTSA view on this matter.

- Irwinton, GA, USA

problem #12

Jul 051999

Sebring

  • miles
The convertible top flew off vehicle due to design of the velcro fastener (not sufficient). Mjs

- East Amher, NY, USA

problem #11

Apr 151997

Sebring

  • miles
Vehicle has been leaking oil for more than a year. Dealer told that engine head gasket has a leak. Also, the brake rotors and pads are being changed every five months, there is no warning signs the brakes would suddenly begin to grind. In addition, the convertable top has been flying off, and now leaks air and water if it rains.

- Lowell, MI, USA

problem #10

Sep 091997

Sebring

  • miles
EA97025, convertible top cover disengagement; while drivng about 70 mph the convertible top cover flew off. The top cover has not been replaced.

- Stafford, VA, USA

problem #9

Feb 101998

(reported on)

Sebring

  • miles
Convertible top releases from the latches which were still engaged, cause unknown.

- Patterson, NY, USA

problem #8

Jul 181997

Sebring

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The boot (convertible top cover) blew off while driving.

- Monrovia, MD, USA

problem #7

Oct 311996

Sebring

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driving down the highway at about 70mph and the convertible top popped open on one side and the roof started coming open.

- Bismark, ND, USA

problem #6

Sep 091997

Sebring

  • miles
PE97-029, while driving on the freeway the defective top convertible cover disengaged from the vehicle which almost caused an accident.

- Santa Barbara, CA, USA

problem #5

May 171997

Sebring

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving the convertable top plastic boot flew off from the vehicle which could cause an accident. Dealer replaced it 3 times. Dealer still cannot determine the problem.

- Pleasanton, CA, USA

problem #4

May 011997

(reported on)

Sebring

  • miles
Owner states while driving vehicle at 60 mph the boot that haold convertible top down flew off and hit another vehicle. Owner has concerns for safety.

- Daly, CA, USA

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