My airbag light comes on intermittently. Sometimes it blinks off and on a few minutes at a time as I drive for as long as I'm driving. Other times, it will stay on for 30 minutes or so continuously, then stay off. Or, I can go days without it coming on. I'm afraid it's going to either deploy for no reason while I'm driving and cause an accident, or not deploy if do have an accident. My brake…
2007 Chrysler Sebring brakes problems
severe 19 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
19
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
2crashes
1fire
When does it fail?
Of the 19 brakes complaints filed for the 2007 Chrysler Sebring, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 6 model years of Chrysler Sebring we track for brakes problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 19.
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 15 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners consistently report rotor warping and premature wear starting well before normal service intervals—some on new vehicles at 4,100 miles—requiring replacement every 2–3 months. Several owners are on their third or fourth set of rotors and report brake-related component replacement costs compounding over time. The warping causes severe steering wheel vibration during moderate braking that makes the vehicle hard to control.
ABS faults appear frequently: one owner's faulty sensor (code C1044) caused ABS to randomly engage and resist brake pedal pressure, preventing safe stopping on dry roads at 25 mph. Another owner cites recall campaign 06V493000 that the dealer applied twice but did not resolve intermittent ABS light and aggressive braking.
Complete brake failure is documented at various mileages—20,500, 46,000, 84,500 miles—with brakes that will not respond to pedal application or go to the floor with no pressure. One incident resulted in a crash into a building; another caused a car accident. Brake booster failures are reported at 32,000 and 50,000 miles, requiring excessive pedal force.
One owner describes brake and accelerator pedals positioned too close, causing unintended acceleration when attempting to brake. Excessive brake wear—one owner citing 45 replacements in one year—suggests systemic problems independent shops and dealers have repeatedly failed to diagnose.
Same Chrysler Sebring brakes reports on nearby years: 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Rotor warping and premature wear
Rotors warp early, often within months and low mileage, requiring repeated replacement. Owners report being on their 3rd–4th set of rotors within the warranty period or shortly after.
When: As early as 4,100 miles; recurring every 2–3 months or 19,000 miles within 17 months of purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Vibration and shimmy when braking moderately; Steering wheel vibration so severe control is difficult; Brake pulsation when brakes are hot; Grinding noise during braking; Vehicle hard to control when rotors are warped
Repairs/costs cited: Rotors resurfaced or replaced; pads replaced; one owner reports 45 brake replacements in one year; repeated rotor and pad replacement at dealer and independent shops
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer warranty covers brakes for 12 months/12,000 miles only; one owner states dealer suggests warranty does not extend to rotors
ABS sensor malfunction (C1044)
ABS sensor fails, likely due to rust contamination, causing ABS light to cycle on and off. When ABS engages randomly, it resists brake pedal application and prevents the vehicle from stopping safely.
When: Failure occurred twice over two days on dry, normal road conditions at 25 mph
Symptoms owners cite: ABS warning light cycles on and off periodically; ABS randomly engages without reason; Brake pedal resists driver pressure when ABS engages; Vehicle unable to stop safely despite brake application; Manual brake force ineffective when ABS engaged
Codes mentioned: C1044
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosed faulty sensor due to rust
ABS system intermittent engagement and illumination
ABS and traction control warning lights illuminate intermittently during normal driving on pavement. When ABS engages, it brakes extremely hard and can pull the vehicle off the road. One owner cites campaign recall 06V493000 that did not resolve the issue even after dealership service.
When: Multiple occurrences during highway driving (50–70+ mph) and normal pavement conditions
Symptoms owners cite: ABS warning light and traction control light illuminate intermittently; ABS engages unexpectedly with excessive braking force; Vehicle nearly pulled off road during ABS engagement; Issue persists even after recall service
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership states issue is normal; recall 06V493000 applied but did not resolve problem
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall campaign 06V493000
Brake booster failure
Brake booster fails, resulting in loss of power assist and no brake pedal response or movement. Owner must apply excessive force to brake pedal.
When: At 32,000 miles and 50,000 miles; failure occurred when driving on incline
Symptoms owners cite: No power response or movement when brake pedal depressed; Requires excessive force to brake pedal; Failure occurred on incline while cruise control was active; Abnormal noise from front of vehicle during braking
Repairs/costs cited: Brake booster replaced at dealer after testing
Complete brake failure
Brakes fail to stop the vehicle, even when pedal is depressed. Incidents occurred at low speeds (10–30 mph) during normal driving and parking, with some resulting in crashes.
When: At 20,500 miles, 46,000 miles, 84,500 miles; also recurring issue at 45,000–75,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle will not stop when brake pedal depressed; Brake pedal goes to floor with no resistance; Vehicle continues forward or accelerates despite braking; ABS warning light illuminates during failure; Grinding noise during brake failure; Inability to stop at intersections or traffic lights
Repairs/costs cited: Owner reports brakes replaced multiple times with no permanent resolution; one incident resulted in crash into building; another resulted in car accident
Rear brake seizure
Rear brakes seize independently, locking up the rear wheels intermittently. Failure spans five months and recurs after repairs.
When: Approximately 77,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Rear wheels seize independently; Intermittent failure over five-month period
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosed that ECU, HCU, and traction control module needed replacement; vehicle was not repaired at time of complaint
Brake pedal unintended acceleration
Vehicle accelerates when brake pedal is depressed at low speed. Engine revs despite brake application. Owner notes brake and accelerator pedals positioned too close together.
When: At 20,500 miles; occurred at least six times over 500 miles of driving
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle accelerates when brake pedal applied; Engine revs despite braking; Vehicle hesitates as if wanting to proceed forward; Occurs at low speed (less than 10 mph) during approach to stop
Brake light illumination with no fault found
Brake warning light illuminates periodically or when descending hills, but mechanic inspection finds no brake system problems. Light may stay on continuously or cycle on and off.
When: Early in ownership and recurring; at 35,000–46,500 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake warning light illuminates periodically; Light comes on when descending hills; Light cycles on and off or stays on continuously; No mechanical brake fault detected by mechanic
Repairs/costs cited: Mechanic found no mechanical brake problem; owner did not pay for computerized diagnostic at dealership
Excessive brake wear
Brake shoes wear excessively and prematurely, requiring replacement at very low mileage. One owner reports brake replacements occurring almost 45 times in one year, which is abnormal wear.
When: At 15,000 miles; also reported as frequent replacements within one year
Repairs/costs cited: Brake shoes replaced due to excessive wear; owner suspects abnormal wear rate
Synthesized from 19 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2007 Chrysler Sebring?
It's a meaningful issue. 19 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 16 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 20,500 and 59,500 miles, with the median around 45,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 20,500; a quarter make it past 59,500. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chrysler/Sebring.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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