2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

97

Owner Complaints

4 Crashes 2 Fires

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

4

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

The 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE has received a total of 97 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Seat Belts (14 complaints), Electrical System (5 complaints), and Power Trainautomatic Transmission (5 complaints).

Recalls for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, potentially affecting up to 28,476 vehicles.

Recall 10E059000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

| 22,689 vehicles affected

Defect: FEDERAL-MOGUL IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBERS K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, AND FA4611X, SOLD FOR USE ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.

Consequence: IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 1-877-489-6659.

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Recall 09E056000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

| 5,787 vehicles affected

Defect: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL...

Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.

Remedy: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-800-493-4128.

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Owner Complaints for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

97 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Seat Belts
Complaints: 14
Electrical System
Complaints: 5 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 4
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemrear Window
Complaints: 4
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 3
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Air Bags
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2 2 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Structurebodyroof And Pillars
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Tires
Complaints: 2
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Engine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicbrake Fluid Low Warning Lamp
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structure
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspension
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11064485 | AIR BAGS | | 80,326 miles 1 Injury
AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH ON A QUITE NEIGHBORHOOD STREET BOTH AIR BAGS WENT OFF WITH NO ACCIDENT, BIG BUMPS OR DIPS OR ANY OTHER REASON. I HAVE PHOTOS BUT DO NOT KNOW HOW TO UP LOAD THEM. *DSY.
#10955085 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 60,000 miles Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A CAR WASH, THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT WERE IT WAS AWAITING INSPECTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 05/16/17*LJ *CN
#10955085 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | 60,000 miles Crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A CAR WASH, THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW LOT WERE IT WAS AWAITING INSPECTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 05/16/17*LJ *CN
#10863207 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 80,000 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RAIN EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 80,000.
#10837448 | SEAT BELTS | | 113,000 miles
DRIVERS INBOARD SEAT BELT BROKE OFF WHEN MY SON TRIED TO BUCKLE UP IN THE DRIVEWAY. POTENTIALLY A FATAL SITUATION IN AN ACCIDENT. THE CONNECTING CABLE FRAYED. IT WOULD NOT HAVE HELD IN ANY TYPE OF FORWARD ACCIDENT.

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Safety Rating for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

2600901 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE/DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL REVISIONS. *SLC

231200 — SEAT BELTS

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH MAY INTERFERE WITH DRIVER'S HIP. *TT

864 — SEAT BELTS

SUBJECT PERTAINING TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE TRAPPED BETWEEN THE SEAT BACK AND THE DOOR TRIM PANEL ARM REST WHEN CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR. *TT

230500 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SUBJECT REGARDING THE DRIVER'S SEAT BACK COVER TORN OR DOOR TRIM PANEL DAMAGED. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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