Chrysler Sebring Vehicle Speed Control Problems
Owners have filed 212 complaints with NHTSA about vehicle speed control problems on the Chrysler Sebring across 17 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (40). The words owners use most often: “throttle control” (14% of reports).
- 212vehicle speed control complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 40mention a crash
- 15mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 46%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.
- Throttle control: mentioned in 30 of 212 complaints (14%)
- Foot brake: mentioned in 13 of 212 complaints (6%)
- Suddenly accelerated: mentioned in 11 of 212 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do vehicle speed control problems happen?
Based on 114 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 212 complaints, 40 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 15 an injury.
Chrysler Sebring vehicle speed control complaints by model year
| Model year | Vehicle Speed Control complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Sebring | 1 | 33% | 74,000 |
| 2010 Sebring | 4 | 5% | 94,410 |
| 2009 Sebring | 3 | 7% | 51,728 |
| 2008 Sebring | 34 | 14% | 93,000 |
| 2007 Sebring | 40 | 12% | 52,003 |
| 2006 Sebring | 2 | 2% | 112,500 |
| 2005 Sebring | 2 | 3% | 104,989 |
| 2004 Sebring | 20 | 9% | 16,010 |
| 2003 Sebring | 3 | 7% | 39,000 |
| 2002 Sebring | 8 | 4% | 29,000 |
| 2001 Sebring | 18 | 7% | 68,000 |
| 2000 Sebring | 2 | 2% | 33,990 |
| 1999 Sebring | 14 | 8% | 92,323 |
| 1998 Sebring | 23 | 9% | 117,000 |
| 1997 Sebring | 16 | 8% | 55,134 |
| 1996 Sebring | 19 | 6% | 200,000 |
| 1995 Sebring | 3 | 2% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Vehicle speed control
Model years: 1996, 1997
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5l v6 engines, the throttle control cable can fray causing the throttle to bind or stick.
Risk: This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle cable assembly. Owner notification began august 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Vehicle speed control
Model years: 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The dash panel pad can shift interferring with the throttle cable control.
Risk: The throttle cable control would not return to idle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove a portion of the dash panel pad so it cannot interfere with the throttle cable control.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I have a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Sedan. The radiator is leaking fluid that splashes all over the wires causing a burning smell. I later found out that this is caused by an electrical issue with the sensors. Similarly my tire pressure sensors are fried. These issues have eroded wires causing my A/C…
In February 2021 my car wouldnât stop, tried to give it a jump and it still wouldnât start. Replaced the battery and it started working again. In April 2021 my engine light came on. I got a diagnostic and the error code read: P2016 Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Low Bank…
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal were significantly close to each other causing him to depress both pedals at the same time. The contact stated while driving at 3 MPH and attempting to make a stop, his foot inadvertently…
My TPS light has been on for quite some time and after a short time since the first time it appeared my issue worsens everyday. My car STALLS, not only when I am stopped at a light, but even when I am driving at high speeds and the Check Engine light stays on all the time and blinks and dings at…
On highway 69 i proceeded to passing a semi near craft road. After passing the semi i release my foot off of the throttle, but the car continued to accelerate. Finally at 102 mph bouncing my foot on and off the pedal with no change. When going into the corner i then bumped the transmission into…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Sebrings have vehicle speed control problems?
No. NHTSA has 212 owner complaints about vehicle speed control 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 vehicle speed control?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list vehicle speed control. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about vehicle speed control problems on the Chrysler Sebring?
The most frequent phrase is “throttle control”, in 30 of 212 complaints, followed by “foot brake” (13).
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)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (250)
- Structure problems (244)
- Steering problems (169)
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