The driver placed the key inside of ignition the vehicle was running but parked. The vehicle suddenly accelerated backward without warning. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle. And was able to drive it home. The driver injured his shoulder. The driver will contact the dealer. *la
1998 Chrysler Sebring: sudden unintended acceleration
5 of the 267 complaints about the 1998 Chrysler Sebring describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in multiple vehicle accidents.
On-going/intermittent problem with vehicle suddenly accelerating causing loss of control. Dealer notified and informed consumer that nothing could be found. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter. *ak
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in vehicle striking objects. Mjs
Vehicle was placed in drive and accelerated on its own to a point where rubber was burned prior to hitting the vehicle parked in front. The automatic floor shift was then placed into reverse where the vehicle shot backwards for approximately 40 feet before hitting another parked vehicle, at that point the engine was shut down.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The dash panel pad can shift interferring with the throttle cable control.
- Risk
- The throttle cable control would not return to idle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove a portion of the dash panel pad so it cannot interfere with the throttle cable control.
Recall number 98V045002 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Chrysler Sebring sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 1998 Chrysler Sebring?
5 of 267 owner complaints about the 1998 Chrysler Sebring (2%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Chrysler Sebring?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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