We have replaced the brakes and pads several times in the past 2 years. The brakes only last 3-4 months then they go out and crumble in the hand of the mechanics. There is a definate problem here and we would like some assistants in the correction of it. Please contact me at the given address or phone number. Thank you.
1997 Chrysler Sebring brakes complaints
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Vehicle experiencing corrosion on the front rotors. Dealer notified, but repairs were made at a independent shop. Please feel free to provide further details.
Front rotors and brakes pads were reported pitted and excessively woren out. Dealer/manufacturer were notified at this time.
Brakes failed at 14000 mi dealer should be paying for the fix not me.
While driving at 35- 40 MPH consumer applied brakes to slowdown and make a turn, and one of wheels locked up, causing an accident. Please provide further information.
The vehicle has had continued problems with the windows leaking and not closing properly, passenger side speaker noise and brakes squeal, the dealership has not been able to rectify during numerous attempts to repair all items.
Whenever the brakes were in use the calipers failed to open. Vehicle would stop until noise indicated a problem with brakes. Would take to dealership & mechanic replaced brakes. The brake problem happened at least 5 times so far. Last time brakes just gave way & needed to use emergency brakes to stop vehicle. On 5th set of brakes. Also, remote control does not work/ both front windows glass distorted/replaced spark plugs/replaced transmission interlock system/replaced noisy front end/replaced starter, and realigned driver's side door hinge.
On the date mentioned, I was driving at about 45mph when the accelerator cable failed and caused the vehicle to accelerate out of control. The vehicle raced to about 60 MPH even while I used the brakes to attempt to slow down. After a few minutes I knew I had to put the car in neutral and shut it off to stop the car.in the meantime I had to avoid other cars and stoplights as I couldn't stop. The short use of my brakes caused a fire and I put out with an extinguisher. Fire dept. Was called. No warranty, my big bill. I feel it was a part defect as the mechanic said he had never replace on in all his years. Please respond to this questionnaire. Thank you.
Have always complained about brakes. Checked at 18,000. Failed at 25,90000
My '97 sebring has warped rotors on the front disc brakes. They have been machined twice. Other reports from other owners via internet reveal that this failure is a common occurrence with this vehicle. Tried to get tsb 05-08-98 but couldn't get it.
Brakes failed due to faulty rotors and one worn and one missing pad.
Brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.
Was traveling approx. 20-25mph when traffic was backed up. Applied brakes which fail to stop vehicle. Rearended another vehicle.air bags failed to deploy upon impact. Sustained no injuries.
Brake failure. Six months after purchase it was discovered that the brakes were worn more than normal and they were replaced. Seven months later brakes and rotors were found worn more than they should have been. Two months later calipers locked and car was inoperable. Problem cannot be found.
Brakes failed causing them to fade and not stop the vehicle.
When applying the ABS brakes the pedal travels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has replaced the master cylinder which has not remedied the problem. Please give any further details.
When brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor and then returns. Problem has occurred 3 times. Dealers replaced brake rotors master cylinder and pads, but problem remains.
Transmission failed causing gears to stick.
Anti lock brakes grab and release, causing loss of control/collision.
Brake problems.
The defective braking system warped out several times. Had replaced the braking system 4 times. Had a 1996 sebring had the same problem, had to replace braking system 6 times. Dealer said the 1997 sebring had a new braking system, but the problem is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine problem.
Vehicle was in crash because ABS failed. The vehicle slid into another vehicle. Dealer has vehicle.
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