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 …
2008 Chrysler Sebring cruise control problems
severe 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Crashes
6
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
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 …
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 EL…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2008 Chrysler Sebring?
It's a meaningful issue. 26 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control 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 cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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