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2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 103 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.0 times the median Sebring Conv year — the 2006 model ranks #2 of 5 Sebring Conv years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 14 injuries in total across these filings.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 52% of all reports (54 of 103), far ahead of airbags at 22.

103

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

8

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

14

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2006 compare to other Sebring Conv years?

Sebring Conv NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted172 complaints2006: 103 complaints2007: 4 complaints2008: 172 complaints2009: 3 complaints2010: 26 complaints
Sebring Conv NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System5452%
Airbags2221%
Other55%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Steering33%
Body & Structure33%
Engine22%
Lighting22%
Seat Belts22%
Suspension22%
Brakes11%
Latches & Locks11%
Fuel System11%
Transmission11%
Seats11%

Does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10E059000SuspensionDecember 27, 2010 · 22,689 units

Defect

FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.

Consequence

IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.

07E023000BrakesMarch 29, 2007 · 13,128 units

Defect

CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Consequence

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“HORN KEEPS GOING OFF BY IT SELF. NOW I HAVE NO HORN AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. I HAVE CHECKED OTHER WEB SITES AND THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE SEBRING WHY ISN'T THIS ON RECALL? I HAVE BEEN CUT OFF ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE A HORN WAS NEEDED I CAME VERY CLOSE TO BE RUNNING OFF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 15, 2008 · crash

“HORN KEEPS GOING OFF BY IT SELF. NOW I HAVE NO HORN AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. I HAVE CHECKED OTHER WEB SITES AND THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE SEBRING WHY ISN'T THIS ON RECALL? I HAVE BEEN CUT OFF ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE A HORN WAS NEEDED I CAME VERY CLOSE TO BE RUNNING OFF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 15, 2008 · crash

“THE HORN STARTS BLOWING RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT SHUT OFF WITHOUT HITTING ON STEERING COL...REVIEWED PROBLEM ONLINE AND NOTICED THIS WAS A ISSUE WITH THIS CAR. HAD TO PULL THE FUSE TO STOP THE HORN FROM BLOWING ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. . PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED WHILE SITTING STATIONARY WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 2, 2015

“TAKATA RECALL:I WAS INVOLVED WITH A COLLISION. I WAS CROSSING A TWO LANE HIGHWAY THAT WAS SOUTHBOUND, AND I WAS GOING WESTBOUND CROSSING THE OTHER VEHICLE HIT MY FRONT PASSENGER SIDE, BOTH THE PASSENGER AND THE DRIVER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I WAS IN THE CAR ALONE. WHEN THE PLASTIC STEERING WHEEL COVER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · August 29, 2016 · crash

“2 YEARS AGO MY HOOD AND THE DECORATIVE PIECES IN THE DOORS STARTED PEELING , THE TOP COAT IS COMING OFF ON THE ENTIRE HOOD, I HAD A BODY SHOP LOOK AT IT AND THEY STATED THAT WHEN IT HAD BEEN PAINTED THE PAINT HAD NOT DRIED BEFORE THE TOP COAT WAS APPLIED.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · June 9, 2014

2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv — common questions

Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 103 complaints put the 2006 model at #2 of 5 Sebring Conv years. It is one of the Sebring Conv years to avoid.

What are the most common 2006 Sebring Conv problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (54 complaints), airbags (22 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chrysler Sebring Conv years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sebring Conv years to avoid are 2008, 2006. The cleanest record among Sebring Conv years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.