Recalls: Chrysler Sebring sedan
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Chrysler Sebring sedan
2007-08 model year Chrysler JS Sebring: short circuit in cooling fan motor connector
In January 2008, a recall was issued for model year 2007 to 2008 Chrysler Sebring sedans due to engine coolant potentially being drawn into the left radiator cooling fan motor connector; this could create an electrical short circuit (PRA 2008/9756).
2007-08 model year Chrysler JS Sebring: short circuit causes non-start, stalling, flat battery and other symptoms
In June 2008, a recall was issued for model year 2007 to 2008 Chrysler Sebring sedans due to an electrical connector in the unused tyre pressure monitoring system potentially becoming corroded and creating a short circuit; this could cause a range of electrical problems such as failing to start, stalling, a dead battery and inoperative cruise control or remote start systems (PRA 2008/10064).
2010 Chrysler JS Sebring: airbag and seatbelt pre-tensioner may not deploy
In October 2016, a recall was issued for 2010 Chrysler JS Sebring vehicles because a short circuit could cause a negative voltage signal to be transmitted from the front impact sensor wires to the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) in the event of a collision. This, in turn, could cause a ‘loss of air bag and seat belt pretensioner deployment capability’, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants (PRA 2016/15680).
Problems and faults: Chrysler JS Sebring Sedan
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Chrysler Sebring: engine doesn’t start/crank
In July 2008, Technical Service Bulletin 08-007-09 REV A was issued for 2007-08 Chrysler JS Sebring vehicles that were manufactured on or before 5 May 2008 because the engine may not crank or start due to electronic lock-up of the Wireless Control Module (WCM) – also known as the Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM) – and the remote keyless entry (RKE) system does not operate. This may occur because of an electrostatic charge within the Wireless Control Module (WCM). To fix, the WCM needed to be replaced.
2007 Chrysler JS Sebring: front door latches may corrode
In 2013, Chrysler UK issued a ‘non-code action’ for Chrysler Sebring vehicles that were manufactured from 1 August 2007 to 31 October 2007. For these Chrysler Sebring vehicles, the front door latches could corrode – this could result in not being able to open the doors, including when people were in the cabin. For affected vehicles, both front door latches were to be replaced (NCA/2013/010).
Chrysler Sebring: Other problems and faults
- If the air conditioner ceases working and only blows warm air, the infra-red sensor may have failed.
- The front door glass may rattle when the door is closed because it hits the belt trim moulding; if so, the moulding should be replaced.
- A shudder from the automatic transmission, which may feel like driving over rumble strips, could require the torque converter to be replaced.
- An imprecise clock (i.e. gaining or losing time) requires the computer to be flashed/reprogrammed.
