Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. Prior to purchasing the vehicle, the contact was not informed by the dealer that the vehicle needed extensive repairs. The contact requested reimursement. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 200,000.
The worst 1999 Chrysler Sebring problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission33
- Body31
- Suspension23
- Acceleration14
- Electrical14
- Brakes13
- Airbags12
- Wheels12
- Engine11
- Tires11
- Steering8
- Locks7
- Visibility7
- Fuel system6
- Seat belts6
- Lights1
- Seats1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Chrysler Sebring
Ball joint 15Stalling 9Tire blowout 9No deployment 7Door locks 7Won't shift 5
Recalls 1
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. Also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v‑066.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. Ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. Ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.
Recall number 00V421002 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1999 Chrysler Sebring
Defect investigations
Safety belt cinching latch plate
There are no injuries or fatalities associated with this alleged defect.while conducting this investigation, odi found that the subject cinches meet the load bearing requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 208, and that many of the reported failures were due to incorrect child safety seat installations. Additionally, the report rate is low (1.60/100k).the information available fails to establish the existence of a defect trend at this time.further allocation of agency resources to this issue is unwarranted and the preliminary evaluation is being closed.
PE02082
Door panel/garnish separation
Alleged that the plastic garnish panels mounted on doors detach from their mountings, sometimes while the vehicle is in motion
PE00007
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Chrysler Sebring 73
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead
- Return: Wiring Assy
- Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy
- Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your...
- CBXDP361AA
1999 Chrysler Sebring fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19 | 27-29 | 22-23 |
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 |
What 1999 Chrysler Sebring owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Takata recall my concerns of accidental discharge,the dash light stays on longer than should.
1999 chrysler sebring. Car was caught on fire due to power steering leak. *ta the consumer also had a fuel pump issue. The repair shop stated the connections had burned at the fuel pump.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. While driving in reverse, the vehicle suddenly accelerated to an extremely high speed. The contact crashed the vehicle into the passenger side of another vehicle. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The speed was unknown. The failure mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving approximately 3 MPH, the vehicle became impossible to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ball joint was faulty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000.
Purchased a 1999 chrysler sebring convertible for my daughter. The front seat belts were knotted near the seat back rest. Without my knowledge, son and daughter un-knotted the seat belts which retracted all the way in. Both seat belts are now locked and cannot be retracted. Took to a mechanic and he was unable to repair it. Due to safety concerns, not comfortable allowing my daughter to drive the car. Through my research online this seem to be a common problem for this particular car and serious consideration need to be given to issuing a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that when accelerating and making turns the vehicle would stall without warning. The dealer was notified and informed the owner that the vehicle may not be receiving fuel during the failures. The vehicle had not been inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 124,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the seat belts would not detach from the hook and the seat belt would not retract. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 139,480 and the current mileage is 139,500 updated 11/14/11 *bf the consumer stated the seat belts will not come out of the seat. Updated 11/21/11
I was driving straight down the street at about 30 or less MPH. I had just picked up my babies from school and the tire came completely off of my car . We fell to the ground very hard stuck in the middle of the road the whole arm that holds my tire on or the front end ball joints came off as well . Their was no warning signs the tire and all of its parts came apart some how .
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH the vehicle started to shake which caused the front of the vehicle to fall on the front drivers side tire. The tire was at an angle and prevented the vehicle from moving. The tow truck was notified. The tow truck driver informed her that all of the ball joints separated and the stabilizer fell on the wheel and was shaving the wheel materials. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated the ball joint was separated and it damaged the axle and the wheel. The dealer will also replace the ball joints on the right and left side of the wheel. The manufacturer stated there was a recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10e059000; suspension: front: control arm: lower arm but her VIN was not included. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 117,000.
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Questions about the 1999 Chrysler Sebring
Is the 1999 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Owners have filed 172 complaints about the 1999 Chrysler Sebring, 1.4 times a typical Sebring model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Chrysler Sebring?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 33 complaints, typically around 85,000 miles. Next is body (31).
How many recalls does the 1999 Chrysler Sebring have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
What year does the Chrysler Sebring have bad transmission?
The Chrysler Sebring model years with the most transmission complaints are 2008 (48 complaints), 1996 (47 complaints) and 2007 (40 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1999 Chrysler Sebring get?
Official estimates for the 1999 Chrysler Sebring range from 20 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19 city and 27-29 highway.
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