1999 Chrysler Sebring Convertible body problems

Filed Jun 11, 2010 · Body, Suspension · 106,000 miles · KS

I have a 1999 chrysler sebring which has had the ball joint come out of both sides of the vehicle of the front 2 wheels about 6 months apart. This has caused damage to my vehicle which I have repaired. I am very concerned about my safety and the safety of my family because this last time I was about a mile away from getting on the highway, which could have been deadly. I feel that this is a safety issue and wonder about recalls and if I should be reimbursed. The tow to my home was $106, the tow to the mechanic was $65 and the mechanic bill was $303. This is just the drivers side. This happened on the passenger side as well and I feel I should be reimbursed for both. Documents of these charges can definitely be provided if needed. I am concerned about this happening again, not just my own car but anyone else that may be driving one of these vehicles. Please let me know either way. Thank you.

Filed Jul 18, 2009 · Body · 75,223 miles · OR · 1 injury

Trunk lid will not stay up. Problem began intermittently at approximately 10,000 miles, possibly dependent on air temperature; by approximately 20,000 miles trunk lid will not stay up without being propped. Numerous injuries to head, neck and back, over the eleven years I have owned vehicle.

Filed Jun 17, 2008 · Body · 72,013 miles · OR · 1 injury

Trunk lid does not stay up - must be propped. Multitude of failures have caused injuries to head, neck and back.

Filed Apr 15, 2008 · Body · 72,179 miles · OR · 3 injuries

Trunk lid will not stay up. Will slam closed if not propped open. In the past there have been a multitude of these same complaints, including ones I have filed, but no they are no longer on the list.

Filed Nov 1, 2006 · Body, Seat belts · MA

Driver side seat belt failure on our 1999 chrysler sebring convertible jxi. The seat belt locking mechanism fails to lock over time. The plastic locking clip inside the locking clip will break (did break) with continuous use. The dealer wants $100.00 + for the part. If chrysler used a stainless steel locking we would have this problem. Also the transmission sensors have a limited life. After driving for 30 minutes or more during low deceleration and low acceleration the transmission bucks and or slips. Right now I have swap the passenger side seat belt locking mechanism to the driver side and we sit in the back if we're a passenger because $100.00 right now is not affordable. Also when it rains water fills in the rear quarters, right up to the speakers, I have to park on a hill to drain it!

Filed May 25, 2006 · Body, Electrical · CA

My trunk falls down with out any warning. Hurts when your head is under it. The fuel light keeps going off and on even when full. The back window came unglued, I was told that I have to purchase a new window and have it installed with a upholstery person, price quotes are 680-780 dollars nothing is wrong with the window seems like such a waste.

Filed Jul 15, 2005 · Body · CT

Dt: contact states vehicles holds water after a heavy rainstorm because the drain holes underneath the car get clogged up easily. The first time the car contained approximately 4 inches of water, the service dealer did unclog the drain holes. The second time the car contained approximately 8 inches of water, because the consumer was in the hospital he could not have the vehicle taken to the service dealer. The carpet had to be taken out of the vehicle because of the odor where the water had set for the time the consumer was in the hospital. The consumer did contact the manufacturer and they stated the complaint was not on their website so it was not considered a legitimate complaint.

Filed Jun 27, 2004 · Body · 10,700 miles · IL

1999 chrysler sebring conv. - found that the thick metal frame attaching the conv. Top and the frame of the car snapped in half on both sides. Unable to drive, top can rip off going down the road. Material defect, never wrecked, chrysler admits defective but will not repair. $3300.00 for parts only.

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Body · NJ

I have a 1999 chrysler sebring convertible with a top that is ripping, stiching coming out all around. The car only has 35k miles and has been hand washed with the exception of maybe 4 times. Have read numerous complaints from fellow owners of this year/model. When is chrysler going to admit these tops are defective? Couldn't wait to own this car & will never buy another chrysler again!!

Filed Jun 8, 2004 · Body · 45,000 miles · FL

The roof tops fabric was wearing out. As a result rear window collapsed while driving.