Chrysler Sebring Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 250 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chrysler Sebring across 15 model years. The 1996 model year has the most (52). The words owners use most often: “brake rotors” (8% of reports).
- 250service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 32mention a crash
- 15mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 20%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake rotors: mentioned in 20 of 250 complaints (8%)
- Brakes failed: mentioned in 15 of 250 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 46 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 250 complaints, 32 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 15 an injury.
Chrysler Sebring service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Sebring | 1 | 1% | 30,000 |
| 2009 Sebring | 1 | 2% | 9,773 |
| 2008 Sebring | 7 | 3% | 37,269 |
| 2007 Sebring | 19 | 6% | 35,000 |
| 2006 Sebring | 3 | 3% | 50,000 |
| 2004 Sebring | 8 | 4% | 20,570 |
| 2003 Sebring | 6 | 14% | 12,469 |
| 2002 Sebring | 12 | 6% | 11,045 |
| 2001 Sebring | 18 | 7% | 30,000 |
| 2000 Sebring | 14 | 15% | 54,500 |
| 1999 Sebring | 12 | 7% | 30,473 |
| 1998 Sebring | 34 | 13% | 46,000 |
| 1997 Sebring | 30 | 14% | — |
| 1996 Sebring | 52 | 15% | 28,000 |
| 1995 Sebring | 33 | 25% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Service brakes, hydraulic
Model years: 2010
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring; dodge avenger and nitro; jeep liberty, commander and grand cherokee; and model year 2009-2010 dodge ram truck. These vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed or missing brake booster input rod retaining clip.
Risk: This could result in brake failure without warning which could cause a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will replace the brake booster input rod retaining clip free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2007
Problem: On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Risk: This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the abs electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist
Model years: 1996
Problem: The power brake booster vacuum hose was improperly installed on the intake manifold vacuum nipple.
Risk: A disconnected vacuum hose causes an increase in engine idle speed and loss of power assist during brake application increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Fix: Dealers will fully install the intake manifold vacuum hose to the vacuum nipple on the intake manifold.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The emergency brake was engaged in order to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to resume driving cautiously. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. The contact was driving 20 mph when the brakes failed when applied. The abs warning light illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring. While driving 45 mph, the contact attempted to decelerate and applied the brakes but the vehicle did not respond. The failure caused the steering wheel to seize and the contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle, crashing into the median strip. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chrysler sebring. The contact was driving 35 mph when the brakes were depressed and the vehicle failed to stop. The engine stalled moments after the brakes were applied. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the brakes needed replacement and…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the anti lock braking light would illuminate on the instrument panel after the vehicle was driven for at least 30 minutes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where the contact was informed that the master cylinder was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Sebrings have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 250 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Chrysler Sebring. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler Sebring service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chrysler Sebring?
The most frequent phrase is “brake rotors”, in 20 of 250 complaints, followed by “brakes failed” (15).
Other Chrysler Sebring problems
- Electrical System problems (478)
- Air Bags problems (381)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (377)
- Power Train problems (340)
- Suspension problems (338)
- Structure problems (244)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (212)
- Steering problems (169)
See all Chrysler Sebring problems.