2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv: engine stalls while driving

Filed Feb 18, 2022 · Engine · 106,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to another dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 07V473000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

Filed Dec 5, 2016 · Engine · GA

Vehicle shuts off while driving.

Filed Jun 9, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 70,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring convertible. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle shook violently without warning. In addition, while driving at low speeds, the vehicle jerked forward and stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. While driving at various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred monthly. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jan 9, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 124,000 miles · FL

Rpms shot to 4k and 5k then shut off while driving on interstate. Towed to dealer. Dealer replaced PCM and alternator. Afterwhich, intake manifold door position sensor sets a code - for sensor (no response) internal to intake manifold. Check engine light still on.

Filed Nov 23, 2014 · Acceleration · 93,000 miles · MI

As I sat with foot on brake at stop sign, my car had sudden acceleration and moved forward. If a vehicle would have been in front of me, I would have hit it. After the acceleration, it stalled. This is the second day in a row this has happened. Both were with in a 24 hour period. It has happened in the past but at that time the car was in the park position and it would ""rev"" up for no reason.

Filed Oct 20, 2014 · Electrical · 55,460 miles · FL

Car shuts off while driving no power steering or brakes.

Filed Jun 25, 2014 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 78,000 miles · IL

While driving my car stalled and suddenly, without warning cut off! Needless to say, this is very dangerous. I immediately took my car to dealer and was charged over $500 for tune-up, oil change, and diagnostic check. Engine light came back on within one week. I cannot afford the costly repairs when mechanics cannot diagnose the issue. However, more importantly, I cannot afford to be hurt in a car accident. Back to the mechanics spending $146.00 for oxygen sensor ~ engine light back on within one week! Car stalling and idol is extremely high ~ car cutoffs continues....emissions test time ~ failed! Now told need new power control monitor. According to the mechanic " codes are being shown for no reason".

Filed Apr 14, 2014 · Acceleration, Electrical · 65,742 miles · WI

My 2008 sebring had the electronic throttle control light come on. When this happened the vehicle immediately reduced itself to 2000 rpms. I could not accelerate beyond that threshold. If the vehicle came to a stop it would stall out completely. I have read several similar reports of this issue including it causing involuntary acceleration.

Filed Feb 4, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · 54,000 miles · SC

Without warning at time my car will stall at a stop ie sign or traffic signal other time it will be stopped at a light & without warning the RPM will spike to over 2k RPM & neary caused an accident several time. There is no know reason for this in relation to temp, humidity etc or how long its been driven. Can it be that the flex fuel system is getting confused by the alcohol in the fuel?? Also experience at time when filling gas tank it spits back & causes an overflow of fuel on side of car & ground??no matter how slow or fast its put in. All this has started in the last 5k miles please find a fix before it becomes a accident. Thanks

Filed Jan 14, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 36,000 miles · NJ

While idling at a stop light in ocean city, new jersey, engine surged then stalled. The car was then driven two blocks to a corner sunoco station and while idling at the gas station, the car again surged and died. Car was taken to atlantic chrysler, but service could not duplicate the problem and the computer did not reflect it. Jan. 13, 2013, while driving in atlantic city, nj, car engine revved and stalled while stopped at a stop light. The car surged forward slightly before breaks halted forward progress of car, nearly hitting the car in front of me. This happened twice before getting the car home. During the same trip the dash board light activated indicating the convertible top was in operation. The light did not deactivate until the convertible top had actually been activated, taken down and replaced. I have read a number of similar reports to this one. This is a dangerous situation and has to have a fix by now.

Filed Jan 20, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 40,000 miles · FL

2008 chrysler sebring electrical system recall 08v152000 the federal safety agency: action number: n/a service bulletin number: 08v152000 report date: apr 02, 2008component: electrical systempotential units affected: 180963manufacturer: chrysler llc summary: chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Unused electrical connectors for the TPMS may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling. Consequence: engine stalling could cause a crash without warning. Note: myn car has the same symptons has described in this recall. Especially the stalling at lights on first acceleration. Then yo have to stop the car put it in park and restart and go. Tire pressure light comes on when I have these intermitnent problems. A accident waiting to happen and get rear-ended. Unfortunately my car VIN does not fall in this recall for some unexplanable reason. Can it be extended to cover my car. Thanks for your time!!!!!

Filed Dec 8, 2011 · Acceleration · 75,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler sebring conv. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the electronic throttle control warning lamp illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the electronic throttle converter was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 75,000.