2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 11, 2019 · 59 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sebring Conv years
Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Sebring Conv model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (40 complaints, 68%), typically at around 48,800 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System40 · ~48,800 mi
Air Bags22 · ~55,000 mi
Unknown or Other5 · ~81,000 mi
Steering3 · ~55,000 mi
Structure3 · ~30,470 mi
Exterior Lighting2 · ~40,000 mi
Seat Belts2 · ~119,871 mi
Suspension2 · ~30,000 mi
Visibility2 · ~5,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~5,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System4068%48,800——
Air Bags2237%55,000——
Unknown or Other58%81,000——
Steering35%55,000——
Structure35%30,470——
Exterior Lighting23%40,000——
Seat Belts23%119,871——
Suspension23%30,000——
Visibility23%5,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)12%5,000——
Engine12%———
Engine and Engine Cooling12%51,757——
Fuel/propulsion System12%32,000——
Latches/locks/linkages12%5,000——
Power Train12%12,516——
Seats12%44,160——
Service Brakes12%120,000——
Visibility/wiper12%87,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 13 complaints
2008: 2200822009: 4200942010: 8201082011: 132011132012: 7201272013: 3201332014: 7201472015: 7201572016: 2201622017: 5201752019: 120191

n = 59 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Seatbelt drivers side doesn't retract. Like 2007 the car randomly stalls while driving. In motion. Both are huge safety issues.

Electrical System · received Jun 11, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11219327

At 121,000 miles the horn began to blow by itself at very random times, i had to remove the relay to stop it, not safe.

Unknown or Other · received Jun 6, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10993403

The horn starts honking for no reason as i am driving down the road, it also honks when i unlock the door using the remote without anyone being in the car.

Unknown or Other · received Mar 19, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10967049

Possible takata recall!!! While coming down and around a corner on a highway there was a car turning and i did not have enough times to stop. Which caused me to rearend the other vehicle. It was a beautiful day so we had my 2006 chrysler sebring convertible top down. I was driving while my 15 year…

Air Bags · received Feb 13, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10954134

2006 chrysler sebring horn blow intermittently. I see on the internet that others have had this problem and because it is located with the airbag may be a safety issue. This seems to happen more in the winter when it is cold , i have had to unplug my horn in the winter so that it will no sound

Air Bags · received Jan 19, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10946428

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv?

Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 40 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sebring Conv model years, the 2006 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.