1996 chrysler sebring coupe. Consumer writes regarding chrysler employee lunch break activities *tgw the consumer stated he experienced mechanical failure while driving 20 MPH. The left front ball joint suddenly separated and jammed the tire up into the fender well at an awkward angle. The consumer stated it cost over $800 to replace the suspension parts on both sides. The consumer stated the reason for the failure, was due to lack of lubrication, because years ago, manufacturers chose to delete the inexpensive grease fitting on suspension parts and instead chose substituted sealed ball joints that were subject to failure. *jb updated 04/26/11.
The worst 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe problems
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- Suspension7
- Acceleration1
- Transmission1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe 20
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- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
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- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
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- Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
What 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the front end of the vehicle shook, which caused a loss of vehicle control. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, who determined that the rubber on the front lower ball joints had split. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 99v066003 which pertained to the lower ball joint. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt: the contact owns a 1996 chrysler sebring couple lx. The throttle control is sticking. If coming to a stop the vehicle will continue on at a full throttle. The contact contacted chrysler about recalls, and they said there were no recalls. The main computer had to be replaced, but that replacement was not related to this problem. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and they told the contact that there were false signals from the idle air control solenoid to the main computer, causing the throttle control to stick. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealership yet. He wanted to contact the federal safety agency first. This problem began nine months ago, and occurred six times, generally at speeds less than 10 MPH. *ak
On may 5, 2005 while on interstate 95 in virginia the low ball joint on the right front side of my 1996 chrysler sebring seperated from my vehicle causing me to lose control on the vehicle and stopping in the fast lane on the busy interstate highway unable to move it causing damage to the body of the vehicle and the transmission, the year before the same thing happened to my vehicle due to a recall on the ball joints and it was replaced in a rush by a chrysler dealer, when it happened in may chrysler refused to repair the recall and refused to pay for my rental car fees and I could not afford to repair the vehicle or pay for the rental car and now I have no vehicle all because of shoty work done by chrysler.
Was driving down the road approximately going 65 MPH. The front drivers side lower ball joint broke, causing the whole front of vehicle to drop to the ground. Slide a cross two lanes of traffic and 1 block later vehicle came to a stop. Also having problems with rear struts. I have had all parts replaced. The only damage to vehicle is the paint scrapes to the front lower part.
On december 2000, the lower control arms of the suspension of my 1996 chrysler sebring were replaced. The replacement was due to noise and steering problems of the car. The lower control arms were then replaced due to the complaint and a recall on the lower control arms. On 26 january 2004, the lower control arm on the drivers side of the car failed as I drove in downtown atlanta. The failure caused the cv axle to dislodge from the engine and damage the braking system and body of the car. I the proceeded to contact chrysler for an investigation. The case # is 120-241-89. The investigation was conducted 9 february 2004.
Last week while driving in my 1996 chrysler sebring on the freeway my lower ball joint disconnected from my car sending car out of control. The wheel ended up underneath my car the rim spark and lighted the tire on fire.*ak I fractured my knee in the accident and have extensive damage to my vehicle I dont not feel safe in this car, I am filing a suit against chrysler this should of never happened. I need info on how to deal with this matter
While vehicle is parked is able to shift gears without key in ignition switch.
Consumer states front wheel bearing went bad twice, and the rear wheel bearing also went out twice.
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Questions about the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe
Is the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe reliable?
Owners have filed 9 complaints about the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe, fewer than a typical Sebring Coupe model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe?
Suspension, with 7 complaints, typically around 129,000 miles. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1996 Chrysler Sebring Coupe have?
No recalls on record.
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