The contact owns a 1997 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary at a traffic light, he was rear-ended by a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the driver claimed that the brakes had failed on his vehicle and he was unable to stop. The contact stated that he sustained back and neck injuries but did not seek medical attention. A police report was filed. The contact was informed that the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox was a total loss by the other driver’s insurance company. The contact stated that both vehicles were towed to collision repair centers. The contact stated that his vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage of both vehicles were unknown.
1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes problems
32 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car). 7 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 32
- of this car's complaints
- 15%
- crashes
- 7
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Foundation components10
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip10
- Foundation components: disc: rotor5
- Foundation components: disc5
- Foundation components: master cylinder2
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
- Foundation components: disc: caliper1
- Disc: rotor1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chrysler Sebring brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Chrysler Sebring owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The brakes were not operating and were making noise when they were applied. Consumer picked up the vehicle after repairs, and while pulling out the brakes failed once again. Took vehicle to dealer for repairs again, and results showed that the rotors were warped.
I have called the chrysler corporation about the draining holes of my sebring and they have said there is no problem. I've asked a couple of people and they said that the holes are too small. My car will get destroyed at this rate. When it was still under warranty they could not figure out the problem at the dealer they thought it was from the convertible top or the seals of the windows. Now I know what the problem is but they say there are no recalls on this problem. I don't know what to do anymore.
My car has had several failures in almost every aspect of the car. It has had 4 electrical failures, 3 brake failures, 4 mechanical, and 7 other problems. Basically the car has been a complete loss. I have been fighting chrysler for 3 years and they refuse to help at all. I feel at 60,000 my car is completely unsafe to drive. It has caused one accident in which I still have neck problems. For more information please see my website at www.postalhistorystore.chrysler.htm thank you!
Brakes were squeaking, metal to metal. Took vehicle to mechanic, and he replaced front pads. Six months later, problem reoccurred. Took vehicle to dealer,and they replaced rebuilt caliper, rotors, and pads. Six months later, problem reoccurred. Please provide any further information.
While traveling on highway and without prior warning another vehicle was turning in front of consumer's vehicle. She applied brakes, and she ran into other vehicle. Upon impact, dual airbags didn't go off. *jg
No summary listed for above ehicle.
While driving approximately 10 MPH in icy conditions, consumer ran into a cement bottom of a light pole in a parking lot, consumer states vehicle is totaled and the airbags experienced no deployment, one person was injured in accident.
Recall 97v201000; lower ball joint with control on both sides, dealer stated that this vehicle's VIN number was not included in recall. Rotors, brake pads and calipers needed replaced. Vehicle experienced an oil leak. Locks do not work.
On 3/18/98, at 12,757 miles - front left & right rotors replaced, on 9/15/98, at 19,501 miles, front left & right rotors replaced, on 3/4/99 at 25,628 miles, all rotors replaced, on 6/24/99 at 29,499 miles, all rotors resurfaced, on 11/11/99 at 34,121 brake light on, low fluid, on 4/10/00 at 38,441 master cylinder replaced and all rotors resurfaced, on 11/10/00 at 44,958 scheduled another appt with dealer for brake work - chrysler has yet to recall this vehicles brakes - there are 24 brake complaints on 1997 sebrings currently filed with the federal safety agency.
Questions about the 1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes
Does the 1997 Chrysler Sebring have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 32 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Chrysler Sebring, 15% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chrysler Sebring have bad brakes?
The Chrysler Sebring model years with the most brakes complaints are 1996 (54 complaints), 1995 (35 complaints) and 1998 (35 complaints).
Other 1997 Chrysler Sebring problems
Transmission 29Suspension 28Airbags 24Seat belts 23Engine 22Body 18Electrical 18Acceleration 16Visibility 14Wheels 14Steering 11Fuel system 6Tires 3Lights 2Seats 2Locks 1
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