Back in December of 2005 my sebring stranded me on the side of the road on a Sunday. I had trouble with the car almost since the day I bought it and from September of 2005 to December 2005 I had already invested over 3,000 dollars into it. The car wouldn't move in reverse or forward. I managed to get the car to the dealer and with only 57,000 miles on it was informed I needed a new transmission. A new transmission for my car is a 4000 dollar job that they only guarantee for 3 years or 36 thousand miles. Well here I am at 97 thousand miles and the transmission again slipping pouring out fluid everywhere. Chrysler tells me to bring the car back, but the trans is no longer covered and I am still paying off the first bill. These cars are known to have transmission problems and needing new transmissions in them. A transmission should last you at least at the minimum of 60 thousand miles, most other vehicles guarantee the transmission for 75 thousand miles! does Chrysler not because your lucky if it lasts the 30 they guarantee it for and they know it" is there anything I can do about this" I do know one thing I will not by a Chrysler again.

- Hazlet, NJ, USA

Driver side seat belt failure on our 1999 Chrysler Sebring convertible jxi. The seat belt locking mechanism fails to lock over time. The plastic locking clip inside the locking clip will break (did break) with continuous use. The dealer wants $100 + for the part. If Chrysler used a stainless steel locking we would have this problem. Also the transmission sensors have a limited life. After driving for 30 minutes or more during low deceleration and low acceleration the transmission bucks and or slips. Right now I have swap the passenger side seat belt locking mechanism to the driver side and we sit in the back if we're a passenger because $100 right now is not affordable. Also when it rains water fills in the rear quarters, right up to the speakers, I have to park on a hill to drain it!

- Bridgewater, MA, USA

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 saw a big ploom of smoke that appeared to be coming from my car. I immediately looked at the dash to see if there were any warning lights and there weren't. but the car began to slow down very fast. While getting over to the exit lane I was calmly telling my daughter to unfastened her safety belt, and to slide over to the passenger side door and to prepare to get out fast. I was so frightened that I couldn't even dial on my cell phone. We coasted off of the freeway to a gas station. I threw that car in gear and we both jumped out. Thank god. The attendant noticed us before we turned up into the station and got a flashlight and some other tools and told us to stand back. Before I knew it about seven guys were around this vehicle saying how common this problem was. So I asked the natural question. Do you think there was a recall" I called daimler Chrysler the next morning and was told that they would take my complaint but this was the first time they had heard of this type of problem. Especially on that vehicle. I told them what was told me by these men one of which was a master mechanic for Ford and another a mechanic for Dodge, and tow truck guy. Here I am. I am angry because I feel that this company was not looking out for the best interest of myself or my family. I know that very quickly this incident could very well have turned into a catastrophe. When I wonder if they or their families buy their vehicles I have to say no no no. How dare they talk about being the best vehicle made in America. Are you talking class action " I want in. We could have been killed or critically injured after my transmission blew up!

- Plain Twp., , OH, USA

Vehicle failed ( complete mechanical stop) on highspeed highway interstate: Twice from electronic failures in transmission soliniods, leading to a third failure from the transmission, the 4th was a complete electronic failure, followed by the 5th failure-same as the 4th the next day after Chrysler serviced the vehicle.

- Wickliffe, OH, USA

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 addressing the issues, but when the dealer was contacted I was told sorry and it's to late to make any claims. We are all aware there are secret warranty watches as well as reasonable durability. I have written and called but seem to get nowhere

- Dominguez Hills, CA, USA

While having vehicle serviced for NHTSA recall 04V021000 concerning automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shifter consumer was informed that the freeze plugs rotted.

- San Francisco, CA, USA

Consumer states that he has problems putting his vehicle into gear. He states that when the gear is in park, he has to force his vehicle into drive. He states when he does this he hears a funny noise, as if the vehicle is straining to force itself into gear. He says he took the vehicle to the mechanic and was told that he is having a problem with the transaxle. They also said that the problem was in the transaxle, transmission, floor shifter( shifter, ignition park interlock).

- Winston-Salem, NC, USA

On 4/22/04 I took my 1999 Chrysler severing convertible to be services because the ac didn't seem to be cooling and there was a grinding noise in the front drivers side wheel. Turns out the rack & pinion steering is shot, the cooling core is cracked and the cooling sensor is not functioning properly. Repairs would total more than $2100 to fix. Requested a front end alignment and took vehicle home to consider options. Two days later vehicle failed when started, 'service engine soon' light came on, speedometer didn't work, and vehicle was stuck in 2nd gear. Found out that both transmission sensors are bad, there is silver sludge in transmission and I need new front brakes. This vehicle has 48,000 miles on it. Has been services according to manufactures recommendations and I can't wait to get rid of it.

- Delafield, WI, USA

While driving 60 mph, the consumer heard a thud coming from the vehicle. Two miles down the road the engine stalled on a bridge. The vehicle was towed to a garage and was examined by a mechanic. The mechanic found a hole in the transmission, caused by the differential and the keeper pin separating inside the transmission. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem.

- Staten Island, NY, USA

Vehicle's interlock cable broke causing roll back to occur. The vehicle was placed in park, on a slight slope.

- Allison Park, PA, USA

The transmission went out on my 1999 Chrysler Sebring convertible at less than 45000 miles. The transmission shop tellm me that they are seeing alot of these cars coming in with the same problem. 2 months after the transmission was replaced the torque converter went out, apparently the same problem with the transmission not being made properly for my car.

- Centennial, CO, USA

The vehicle would not shift from third gear. The speedometer stopped working as well. The dealer stated a sensor in transmission had blown. This was caused by changing the battery.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

Failure of transmission (41te) on my 1999 Chrysler jxi convertible. Expensive repair at $2,250 plus towing bill and no car to drive to work. This continues to be a problem for Chrysler, the 41te transmission and it's customers.

- Kentwood, MI, USA

While parked, shift lever jumped from park to reverse and caused vehicle to roll backwards, which resulted in an accident/injury.

- Westerville, OH, USA

Consumer called complaining about having problems with the transmission. Also stated that the vehicle transmission has been replace twice on the vehicle on less of a year. Dealer was contacted and stated that they are aware of the problem but there is no recalls on the vehicle.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

No summary.

- Auburn Hills, MI, USA

Transmission was slipping. After inspection dealer replaced several parts within transmission. 6,000 miles later, problem reoccurred. Also, while driving and applying accelerator pedal vehicle hesitated before taking off. Gears do not engage until reaching 3rd or 4th gear.

- Tampa, FL, USA

While driving 60-70 mph the vehicle suddenly shifted to second gear, rpms went to red, and vehicle slowed down to 25-30 mph. Dealer replaced O2 sensor. This happened 2 more times, at this time vehicle is being repaired at dealership. Mechanic found metal flakes in transmission fluid, transmisson needed to be replaced.

- Gainesville, FL, USA

Vehicle has been in the shop 4 times since bought six months ago. First: Housing holding electric motor comes loose allowing fan to tear radiator. Second, sensor light comes on. Third; ais motor fails while vehicle travelling 60 mph. Motor controls idle speed while deaccelerating. Failure cause computer to kill all power to vehicle. Vehicle lost power steering, power brakes, and all electrical including lights and swerved into oncoming traffic at night. Fourth: Speedometer will not work and vehicle will not shift gears.through out ownership, there has been black tar dripping out of doors, dealer has addressed this problem 3 times only to have it reoccur.

- Miami, FL, USA

Consumer heard a noise coming from underneath vehicle, transmission will not go into gears. Also, speedodmeter won't move. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Kechi, KS, USA