MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv

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2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:33:06.507Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Sebring Conv Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2006: 59 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 114 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009 2010: 18 complaints 2010
2008: 114 complaints
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YearComplaints
200659
20072
2008114
20092
201018

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 30%

30% of complaints: electrical system — 34 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

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THE CAR WILL REV AT A STOP LIGHT AND OCCASIONALLY SHUT DOWN. PERIODICALLY, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START AFTER A FEW HOURS OF DRIVING REQUIRING A JUMP START WE HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKE SWITCH SEVERAL TIMES AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT WORK

NHTSA ODI report, 20180121

POWER TRAIN 15%

15% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

ENGINE 13%

13% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 13%

13% of complaints: structure — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and underbody shields.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS IN THE PROCESS OF ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM A DRIVEWAY. I HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND THE CAR TOOK OFF UNCONTROLLABLY ACROSS THE HIGHWAY, ACROSS LANES OF TRAFFIC, WENT UP AN EMBANKMENT AND THEN BACK DOWN WHERE THE CAR SHUT OFF.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141022

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

I OWN A 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. DURING THE PROCESS OF LOWERING THE RETRACTABLE TOP,I REACHED INTO THE TRUNK WHILE STANDING NEXT TO THE CAR TO FREE AN OBJECT (CARDBOARD BOX)THAT I FEARED WOULD ENCUMBER THE OPERATION OR DAMAGE THE TOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101207

CONVERTIBLE TOP GETS STUCK IN THE AIR AND IS UNDRIVEABLE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20071106

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 13%

13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and radiator assembly.

FIRE
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WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF TURNING OFF AND LOCKING CAR, ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. 2008 SEBRING LIMITED CCONVERTIBLE WITH 11,800 MILES. DEALER SERVICE-LUBE/OIL/FILTER- 7/25/08. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080909

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (34 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.