The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission failed to shift out of 1st gear. In addition, the contact lives in a hot climate, and the A/C was not functioning as needed. The contact stated that the hatchback occasionally failed to open unless force was used. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it was scanned with an OBD2 scanner and DTC Codes: P23, 06033, 2100707, and 0803806 were retrieved. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
Chrysler Sebring transmission failure problems
32 of the 2,832 owner complaints about the Chrysler Sebring describe complete transmission failure, most of them for the 2002 model year.
- owner complaints
- 32
- worst model year
- 2002
- typical repair cost reported
- $2,300
- typical mileage
- 69,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Won't shift 2Jerking 2Harsh shifting 2Engine failure 2Won't start 1Stalling 1Slipping 1
Trouble codes mentioned
P1607 1P0716 1P0700 1
What owners say
Check engine light came on and I started having erractic shifting, codes came back as po755, p0700, p0716, p1607. This vehicle's transmission will not shift. I have taken to numerous shops half of them say it the PCM the other say it needs a transmission replacement. I have had the shift solenoid b replaced by dealership only for them to charge me then tell me it need a transmission replacement. The vehicle will still drive forward and backward but will not shift gears at all. Losses acceleration every so often then harsely goes back into gear while in motion. Rpm is very high but will still drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. While driving 40 MPH, the driver side tie rod fractured and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The tie rod was replaced. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the screen on the transmission was replaced. The failure recurred, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000. Updated 09/25/15*lj updated 12/12/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, she crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The air bag deployment malfunction recurred while involved in another crash. The contact sustained minor back injuries in both crashes. A police report was filed for each incident. The vehicle was towed to a collision center. The front end, passenger and driver's side sustained damages. The transmission was replaced and repairs were made to the exterior of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
I am having problems with my 2006 chyrsler sebring. It started in 2008 or 2009 when car ran hot on the interstate. I added coolant but it seems to evaporate or leak. I went into landers dodge for an oil change and upon inspecting the vehicle they found a leakage from what they say is called a coolant inlet tube which will cost me over $400 to repair. I feel that with my car being only 2 or 3 years old at the time should not be taking place. I have also found others that have the same vehicle to have the same problem or having to replace the transmission in 2006 chrysler sebrings. I would like to know how the situation can be looked into.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that the brake warning light would illuminate periodically. She was also unable to shift to any gear due to transmission failure. The vehicle had not been inspected nor repaired at the time of the complaint. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and the transmission was repaired. She had not spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The current mileage was approximately 46,500. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler sebring convertible. While driving 75 MPH on the freeway, the engine shut off and the vehicle lost all power. The contact pulled the vehicle over and had it towed to an independent mechanic. After inspecting the vehicle, the mechanic noticed sludge build-up. He also observed leaks in the head gasket and radiator, and engine and transmission failure. The contact feels that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because a crash could have occurred on the freeway. The current and failure mileages were 98,000.
Upon attempting to start the car, I had to put the car in neutral or jiggle the gear in park in order to start the car. I replaced the starter thinking that was why the car would not start. I was informed by several auto part stores that I would have to replace the neutral safety switch, had that replaced and the car still would not start. I had my car towed to ganley dodge to have them put the transmission back into my car, which cost me $70 plus $180 diagnostic. The ganley dodge gave me a quote of $3500 for a new transmission. That was not in my budget, I then had my car towed by transmission world to their shop, I explained to them the problems I was having with my car, prior to this I didn't have any problems with the transmission. It took transmission world a week before they could get the transmission out of the car, to have the transmission taken out and taken apart to find out what was wrong it cost me $2,037.00 for a 3 year warranty on a new transmission.
When I purchased the car with approximately 44,000 miles I test drove it and it ran fine. At 60,000 miles the transmission began to give me problems, it made noise only while the car was in drive. I took it to a certified transmission place and they had it for two days and stated that my transmission was fine. Less than 2 weeks later the transmission went out. I had it repaired but im still having problems now the transmission jumps while slowing down between 35 to 30 MPH.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chrysler sebring. On june 25, 2007, while driving 25 MPH, the transmission failed. The contact was able to restart the vehicle several times. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic stated that the transmission needed to be replaced and will cost between $1,500-$2,300. The VIN, purchase date, and engine size were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 64,800.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (PCM) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.
- Risk
- This can cause the engine to stall and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the PCM free of charge. The recall began on november 10, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 08V528000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. A hose manufacturing process allowed the reinforcement yard to breach the inner layer of some automatic transmission hoses weakening the inner wall which could result in leakage of the automatic transmission fluid.
- Risk
- Fluid leakage from the cooler hoses can cause transaxle driveability problems and smoke if the oil contacts the front exhaust pipe.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the transaxle oil cooler hoses. Owner notification began april 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 01V011002 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: park/neutral start interlock switch
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key condition which can result in a low force required to depress the shift button. A combination of applying a mis-adjusted release button with a low force attempt to shift out of park with the key in the locked position, can break the connecting pin in the shifter.
- Risk
- If this happens, the "ignition-park" interlock system will be nonfunctional.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "self-adjusting" design.
Recall number 98V183000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chrysler Sebring transmission failure
Which Chrysler Sebring years have complete transmission failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2002 (6 complaints), 2001 (5 complaints) and 1997 (4 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix complete transmission failure on the Chrysler Sebring?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $2,300 (median of 6 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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