1996 Chrysler Sebring brakes problems

Filed Sep 8, 2014 · Brakes · DE · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chrysler sebring. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact crashed the vehicle into a ditch. There were no injuries. The independent mechanic repaired the brake chamber, both rear brake lines, and the adjuster; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 28,000 miles · MO

On the engine I had the pulley on the timing belt come apart and just last month I had the head gasket start to leak from the back. Timing belt 28,000 head gasket 37,500. I have had to replace all 4 tires that where on the car. All by 29,000 miles--some earlier and then later. The brakes were replaces at the same time as the timing belt pulley. I knew they needed replacement and had an appointment to get them replaced when the timeing belt went out. It is a 1996 but I only have 37,500 miles.

Filed Dec 30, 2002 · Brakes · 77,700 miles · MI

When applying brakes on dry pavement at 40 MPH, vehicle vibrates, vehicle swerves and the brake pedal gets hard. Took to dealer and dealer stated there is a short in the left front solenoid circuit. Ts

Filed Feb 12, 2002 · Brakes, Suspension · CA

Consumer stated while driving, the right front ball joint came completely out of its socket, causing the right front tire to turn side ways, consumer was informed by represenative from the corporate recall 800# that consumer was entitled to a refund, consumer is now requesting payment in full.

Filed Dec 19, 2001 · Brakes · SC

When brakes are applied front end will vibrate. Please provide additional information.

Filed Dec 16, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · MI

Cable connecting gas pedal to engine frayed and stuck at full throttle. Brakes did not work. Was traveling in rush hour traffic at full speed two times. The first time repeated stomping on the gas pedal and brake pedal and throwing the car into neutral unjammed it after a couple of minutes. The second time also in rush hour traffic these efforts did not help. I wove in and out of traffic until I got to an off ramp, and luckily was able to get through the traffic light at the intersection at the off ramp and onto a sidestreet where I put it into neutral and landed it like an airplane on a landing strip with the brakes smoking and the engine screaming and the car glided to a stop. Was told the cable had unwound like a frayed piece of rope and stuck inside the cable connecting the pedal to the engine.

Filed Dec 12, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · GA

I have had so many problems with this car. The car looks very nice on the outside but has many issues on the inside. This car has cost me a fortune since my warranty went out at 75,000 miles. I have replaced brakes, rotors, and drums almost every year. This is very costly (over $350 every time). My transmission failed on me twice, once under warranty and the other without a warranty. I spent over $1,000 for repairs to replace a gasket, o-ring, and transmission pump. My o2 sensor failed twice. When I try to adjust my mirrors with the button on the driver side, the mirrors won't respond at all. I constantly hear a knocking noise from the engine. The service advisors at the dealership continue to tell me that chrysler cars sounds like that. That's normal. All the tings I have shared with you are just some of the things I have experieced. In my opinion, this car will put you in a bad financial situation. It's not worth the trouble. I traded mine for a more reliable car (a german car).

Filed Jun 19, 2001 · Brakes · MI

Front disc rotors warp within 3,000 miles of repair causing poor braking control at 40+ MPH. Caused by bad brake design. Also ABS module failed at 90,000 miles , leaving no ABS implementation on vehicle.

Filed Nov 7, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Abs light illuminated, dealer has replaced the ABS modulator 2 times and it has only lasted for 2 years.

Filed Nov 6, 2000 · Body, Brakes · AL

Consumer has had several problems with vehicle. Brakes do not work, they grind and the pads keep wearing and have to be replaced, dealer stated the problem was with the calipers. Water is leaking into the vehicle due to sunroof being cut too short during recall 99i004, consumer feels there might have been previous problems with water leaking due to a rusted fuse. Speedometer does not work. There is a transmission leak. Air conditioner does not work. Engine light is illuminated. Windows still don't work properly. Mirrors do not work properly after recall 97v015. Vehicle gets poor gas mileage, dealer stated the spark plugs were burnt and fouled, spark plug wires were breaking down and arcing in tubes causing a build up in the throttle body.