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2008 Chrysler Sebring problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 388 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Sebring year — the 2008 model ranks #3 of 19 Sebring years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 29 injuries in total across these filings.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 98 reports (25% of the total).

388

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

30

Crash-involved

16

Fires reported

29

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other Sebring years?

Sebring NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted534 complaints1995: 229 complaints1996: 481 complaints1997: 295 complaints1998: 357 complaints1999: 231 complaints2000: 141 complaints2001: 322 complaints2002: 261 complaints2003: 53 complaints2004: 304 complaints2005: 107 complaints2006: 181 complaints2007: 534 complaints2008: 388 complaints2009: 64 complaints2010: 140 complaints2011: 6 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints
Sebring NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 Chrysler Sebring problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System9825%
Engine5314%
Transmission4913%
Speed Control349%
Airbags277%
Other246%
Steering154%
Fuel System154%
Body & Structure133%
Tires & Wheels123%
Brakes123%
Lighting113%
Seat Belts72%
Visibility & Wipers62%
Seats51%
Suspension41%
Latches & Locks21%
Driver Assistance10%

Does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring have recalls?

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

08V152000Electrical SystemApril 2, 2008 · 180,963 units

Defect

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 180,963 MY 2007-2008 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A STANDARD TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS). UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR THE TPMS MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS INCLUDING ENGINE NO-START, DEAD BATTERY, AN INOPERATIVE CRUISE CONTROL OR REMOTE START SYSTEM, AND/OR ENGINE STALLING.

Consequence

ENGINE STALLING COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL SEAL THE WIRES FOR THE TPMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

07V473000EngineOctober 10, 2007 · 102,042 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.

Consequence

THIS CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONNECTOR FOR CONTAMINATION OR DAMAGE, INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS OVERLAY, AND REPLACE THE FAN MOTOR FREE OR CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

07V414000Latches & LocksSeptember 12, 2007 · 72,333 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE MAY BECOME PARTIALLY UNSEATED FROM THE INTERIOR RELEASE HANDLE HOUSING POSSIBLY CAUSING THE LATCH TO STICK IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION OR THE LOCK FUNCTION TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Consequence

DRIVING A VEHICLE WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR CAN RESULT IN AN UNBELTED FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE OR BEING EJECTED IN A CRASH, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL ADD A SECONDARY RETENTION FEATURE TO BOTH FRONT DOORS. THIS ACTION WILL SUPERSEDE AND EXPAND A PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL (PLEASE SEE 07V-104). THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

07V240000AirbagsJune 13, 2007 · 798 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS UTILIZED FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.

Consequence

THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE STALLED. WHEN TESTED THE ENGINE CODE CAME BACK AS ELECTRICAL SHORT. THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BUT CLEARED THE ENGINE CODE. A FEW WEEKS LATER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. WHILE TRAVELING AT 50…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 26, 2012 · crash

“BRAND NEW (2 MONTHS OLD) CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING DOWN A RESIDENTIAL STREET. I HAVE NOW DISCOVERED THAT THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL THAT WAS ISSUED OCTOBER 2007 FOR THIS BUT I WAS SOLD THE VEHICLE IN MAY 2008 AND NEVER NOTIFIED OF THE SAFETY RECALL. CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 18, 2008 · fire

“TL- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER SEABRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 55 MPH THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT. AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED AND THE CONTACT WAS INJURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOTIFIED. REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED ON THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED 3 TIMES. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 3, 2011 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT STOPPED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A DITCH WHILE ATTEMPTING TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 25, 2014 · crash

“I HAD A SEVERE SIDE IMPACT ON MY 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND BROADSIDED ME. I HAVE SIDE AIRBAGS, THE CURTAIN AIRBAGS AND THE ONES IN THE SEAT. NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. CHRYSLER IS SAYING THE IMPACT WAS NOT SUFFICIENT TO DEPLOY THE BAGS. I DON'T ACCEPT THAT. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 19, 2009 · crash

2008 Chrysler Sebring — common questions

Is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 388 complaints put the 2008 model at #3 of 19 Sebring years. It is one of the Sebring years to avoid.

What are the most common 2008 Sebring problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (98 complaints), engine (53 complaints), transmission (49 complaints).

Does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2008 Chrysler Sebring. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chrysler Sebring years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sebring years to avoid are 2007, 1996, 2008, 1998. The cleanest record among Sebring years belongs to 2013.

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.