2007 Chrysler Sebring: hesitation when accelerating

7 of the 337 complaints about the 2007 Chrysler Sebring describe hesitation when accelerating.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 2%
typical mileage: 40,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 10 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Hesitation when accelerating by model year

2008
7
2007
7
2004
2
2002
1
1999
4
1998
4
1997
1
1996
1
1995
1

What owners say

Filed Nov 1, 2019 · Electrical · 150,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. While attempting to accelerate from a traffic light, the vehicle hesitated to move. Also, all the instrument panel lighting went out. After a few seconds, the vehicle drove normally to the contact's residence. The following day, the vehicle would not start. The contact also mentioned that the battery was replaced in august of 2019. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jan 13, 2014 · Acceleration, Electrical · 44,550 miles · NC

I was going about 55 MPH when the electronic throttle control light came on. It was flashing with made it impossible to reach speeds over 40 MPH. I was a danger on the highway because I was unable to maintain speed as well as the vehicle hesitating. It took me 1hour and a half to travel 35 miles. The next day started it and the light went out, I have been afraid to drive it. No one seems to have an easy answer.

Filed Apr 7, 2012 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · FL

I have a 2007 chrysler sebring automatic 4 cylinder. When driving the car intends to stutter somewhat. Especially in the rain. But whenever it accelerates at low speeds it would jump or hesitate like it wants to stall, I dont know if it could be the fuel type. I talked it over with the dealership they said it could be anything. I havent gotten it checked out yet because their going to charge me and if they cant figure the problem out. Then I wont be able to get my money back. Plus when going up a hill at a steady pace and at usual it would normally decrease in speed, I would have to smash on the pedal to just kick it in the next gear.

Filed Apr 27, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 40,000 miles · PA

Car stalls, engine stutters and hesitates when at a stop, turning or going around a bend at 30 MPH. When initially stepping on the gas rpms will drop then surge (~2000 RPM). Almost hit a car in a parking lot on one occasion because of a surge. Also, the car stuttered and jerked on the highway. Chrysler dealership reflashed PCM on one visit and ran diagnostics on another visit and found nothing wrong with the car.

Filed Sep 17, 2008 · Brakes · 20,500 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. While driving less than 10 MPH and approaching a stop, the contact depressed the brake pedal to allow a pedestrian to cross. The vehicle continued to accelerate and she could hear the engine revving. The vehicle stopped, but hesitated as if it wanted to proceed forward. The incident occurred at least six times. The failure mileage was 20,500 and current mileage was 21,000. Updated 10/16/08 *bf the consumer stated the brake and accelerator pedal were designed too close together. Updated 10/20/08.

Filed Feb 25, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 16,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. While stopped at a traffic light, the RPM's decreased to zero and the engine stalled. The gear was shifted into park and the vehicle was restarted. After it was restarted and the contact depressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated for 15-20 seconds before accelerating. When it rains, the headlights and instrument panel lights would dim intermittently. The light switch was turned off and then back on. The dealer was unable to duplicate or repair the failures. The powertrain was unknown. The failure mileage was 16,000 and current mileage was 29,000. Updated 03-19-08 *bf updated 03/19/08

Filed Oct 9, 2007 · Electrical, Seat belts · 42 miles · KY

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. While driving 10 MPH, the vehicle hesitated when attempting shift into second gear. The dealer stated that they repaired the failure however they did not informed the contact of the cause or the remedy. The same failure occurred the next day. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact stated that she heard a beeping noise. The dealer stated that the seat belt sensor failed. As of october 9, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the failure. The contact stated the signal light blinks too fast. The dealer stated that turning light sensor failed. As of october 9, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the failure. The failure mileage was 42 and the current mileage was 4,300.