2008 Chrysler Sebring owner complaints

Electrical problems include power seat inoperable; cig lighter/electric port inoperable; random alarm sounding; power top shows top with trunk inoperable.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and the tpm warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 08v152000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the vehicle would rev when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle behaved as if it would accelerate. In addition, the engine would shut off while idling at a traffic light. The vehicle was able to be restarted immediately. She took the vehicle to the dealer on several occasions, but they could never duplicate the failure or find cause for concern. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 08v152000 (electrical system:wiring). The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was 28,290 and failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

On December 15, 2025, while driving my 2008 Chrysler Sebring in Indianapolis, Indiana, I noticed smoke coming from the driver’s side near the battery. Shortly afterward, the car completely stopped responding — the brakes and steering were unresponsive — and the vehicle caught fire in that area. I exited the car safely, and the fire department responded and extinguished the fire. The exact cause of the fire is unknown, but I suspect a battery or electrical component failure. No warning lights appeared prior to the incident, except for the smoke I noticed. The incident has not yet been inspected by a dealer, manufacturer, or insurance representative. If inspection is needed, the affected parts can be examined in the tow lot, but much of the vehicle has been destroyed, and there is very litt

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while in park, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle hesitated to start. In addition, the headlights and windshield wipers failed to activate. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that she accidentally pressed the button to pull back the convertible roof and the roof began to open. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The failure and current mileages were 51,000.

3 seperate but related events. My horn began honking at random times, eventually I could not turn it off while in my parking garage at work. Ended up removing battery connection to stop the honking. When I arrived home I disconnected the horns. My wipers randomly do not work. I've had to rely on rainx. Sometimes they work and other times I cant turn them off. They sometimes stop in the middle of the window. Last issue was complete loss of power while driving at 70mph. Luckily I was able to pull over. Strange thing was it started right back up. But 10 miles later the same thing happened. Based on these 3 things happening within the last month I think it is part of the tipm module. Many complaints and this item is part of a class action law suit and a voluntary recall for other

All warning lights are on. The head lights are going off. Happens in motion and stationary.

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. A month after purchasing the vehicle, the contact noticed that the vehicle would vibrate when shifting gears at 20-40 MPH. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle would accelerate on its own. The vehicle was driven to the dealer on several occasions, but the mechanic could not duplicate the failure. The mechanic performed diagnostic testing as well and was informed that there was no defect. Recently, while idling at a stop sign, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated and almost caused a rear end crash. The dealer was notified and they stated that they were not liable for the repairs because they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified and they informed her that they would replace the vehicle, but only if she

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. The contact was driving 55 MPH when the vehicle suddenly began to lose power and would not accelerate. The contact stated that the electronic throttle control malfunction warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. ..updated 02-28-14 *bf updated 3/19/2014 *js

My car has accelerated 3 different times when im at a complete stop on christmas day it accelerated and almost hit the car infront of me it doesn't do it everysingle time I drive but has happened more then once it has also shut off at complete stops several times the Chrysler dealership gives me the run around and say nothing is wrong. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring convertible. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle began to decelerate abnormally. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate. The throttle control warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technicians stated to the contact that the electronic throttle control would have to be replaced. The dealer could not guarantee that the repair would resolve the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Maybe something with the fuel. While car is stopped, it will suddenly jump. If I didn't have my foot on brake the car would take off.the engine speeds up without me stepping on the gas pedal. The car suddenly stalls and shuts off at a stop sign or traffic light. This has happened many times. Over the last year and a half. I don't understand about pictures. There are no pictures

I have a 2008 Chrysler sebring convertible. The engine has begun stalling and surging at red lights. The stalling has the potential to cause an accident, but the surging is much more dangerous. The engine will suddenly jump from idle to a couple thousand RPM. If you're not ready for it you can easily be pulled forward several feet, potentially into the path of an oncoming car. You have to apply excessive pressure on the brake pedal to prevent being pulled. The surges only last a few moments and then the engine returns to idle. I was looking for a fix and started searching the symptoms and found dozens of posts of people having exactly the same issue. Most have tried several fixes for hundreds of dollars and still have the same dangerous condition. Our car is at the dealer now, bu

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler sebring. The contact stated the vehicle would stall sporadically and without warning. The dealer performed a PCM update to the computer, but to no avail. In addition, the contact stated that intermittently, the vehicle would fail to start. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage was 30,000 and the failure mileage was unavailable.

The car will not shift out of park. The first occurrence was sept. 2013, took it to the dealership and the repair/replacement was $400. Called the same dealership today ( december 23, 2014) and they would like me to bring it in, but I don't want to pay another $400 to have it replaced again because the one-yr warranty is up by 3 months. So disappointed... What a way to spend the christmas holiday. *tr

2008 Chrysler sebring convertible pink plastic breaks inside shifter causing internal mechanical failure..car will not move out of park happening way to often in Chrysler models.. *tr

Jun'17 instrument panel lighting quit operation or intermittent. Very difficult to drive at night. Need flashlight to see dash. Took to mechanic and he is aware of this issue on instrument panel printed circuit board on same vehicles.

Electric seat positioning guide bar slips forward when braking. This occurs for both driver and passenger seat. This is a safety issue.

This is the third time I've bad problems with the air bag light coming on I've spent money three times for repairs because of the airbag light coming on I just spent money for the third time for repairs in may 2015 and six months later I'm having the same problem I just paid to be repaired there has to be an defect in the airbag .and I keep reporting and not getting any help no matter how many times I file an complaint.the airbag light comes on while driving on sitting still with seat belts on driving on the highway or street.