2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible engine problems

Filed Oct 4, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · IN

Had fuel pump replaced a couple months ago. Then at gas station wouldnt start at all, had a tow truck take it to a mechanic and that mechanic tapped on gas tank and it started and said fuel pump needs to be replace so I called the dealer where I bought it because the new fuel pump had a warranty. They said they found nothing wrong with fuel pump but found problem wirh #2 selinoid and they replaced it. Two weeks later ths car was driving fine but when I got home and turned off the car for a couple hours it started right up. So I turned it off and on a couple times then the engine surged then hestitated then died. It did it twice after starting it then turning itvon about 5 times trying to find out what could be wrong with it. I bought the car in february 2017. I had both strut mounts fixed, fuel pump, an air valve from coolant do not remember exact name, #2 selinoid now this problem. I still owe on this car and its not reliable and scared to drive it and wreck.

Filed Nov 8, 2016 · Engine · 84,765 miles · AZ

The headgasket has failed for the third time in four years.

Filed May 3, 2014 · Engine · 108,000 miles · ME

I smelled a burning smell the engine light came on so I brought it to my mechanic and he found a lot of stress cracks in the oil pan which is aluminum told me I was lucky the engine didn't seize or catch on fire the exhaust pie is under one of the cracks and as the car got hot that crack expanded. There are several more in the pan. This is a safety issue.

Filed Feb 16, 2013 · Engine · 107,000 miles · MA

2004 2.7l chrysler sebring gtc convertible v-6 engine suffered complete failure at 107,000 miles. While driving engine started to buck, surge, and make a serious knocking sound, white smoke poured out of the tail pipe. Engine light came on, car stalled in it's tracks, unable to run again. Had to have it towed away. Mechanic stated engine was ruined due to coolant entering the internals.

Filed Mar 12, 2012 · Engine · 15,500 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler sebring convertible. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 to 30 MPH the engine failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 15,500.

Filed Aug 10, 2011 · Engine · 95,678 miles · UT

Purchased 2004 sebring convertible memorial weekend 2011. During delivery from utah auto gallery oil light flickered. Dealer cheated oil and said was ion. Oil change in july with synthetic oil. Vehicle engine seized while on mountain highway i80, out side of salt lake city. Discovered via internet that 2.7 engines defective. Dealer not returning call. Research says the sign that the engine is starting to seize is the flicker of the oil light. Vehicle sold with the potential of a catastrophic engine failure, which happened a month and a half after vehicle sold. Car has only been driven 922 miles since purchased.

Filed Dec 4, 2010 · Engine · 82,000 miles · TX

Chrysler 2.7 l v6 engine prone to sludge and failure, despite continuous maintenance.

Filed Oct 17, 2010 · Engine · 61,000 miles · FL

The engine on my 2004 sebring convertible gts blew while driving down I 95 toward miami going 75 MPH. I lost all control and power to vehicle. Luckily I was able to coast off exit 129 in ft pierce to a gas station. Only to have car towed to firestone where they informed me that my engine had blown and that it was a very known and common problem in this engine.

Filed Aug 2, 2010 · Engine · 50,000 miles · MI

2004 chrysler sebring limited. Oil sludge in engine LED to engine failure at 50,000 miles. This car was perfectly maintained, including regular oil changes and other maintenance. The engine should not have failed. Apparently this is a chronic problem with these cars. My mother was stuck in the middle of a busy road when this happened. She had just had dental surgery the day before and was recovering from a severe infection. She had to sit in 98 degree temperatures for many hours after having to push the car to a safe spot. The car was almost hit by other cars as she pushed it and she suffered heat exhaustion and other problems as a result of the incident. We have not yet been able to fix the car as it will require complete replacement of the engine.

Filed Feb 17, 2010 · Engine, Transmission · 41,355 miles · NY

Car stopped running when stopped at red light. Towed to dealer. Informed it needs new battery and transmission solenoid pack. I authorized the repairs and also requested oil change. Dealer called back stated engine has sludge, engine"very very bad" , making knocking noise,"may need new engine." I purchased the car from the same chrysler dealer 2 yrs ago.