MYRModel Year Report

2006 Chrysler Sebring

▲ Better than typical
2006 Chrysler Sebring
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:49.321Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
120
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

56% of complaints

Complaints per year

1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1997: 210 complaints 1998: 267 complaints 1998 1999: 172 complaints 2000: 93 complaints 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2003: 42 complaints 2004: 220 complaints 2005: 75 complaints 2006: 120 complaints 2006 120 2007: 337 complaints 2008: 238 complaints 2009: 43 complaints 2010: 86 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1997: 210 complaints 1997 1998: 267 complaints 1999: 172 complaints 1999 2000: 93 complaints 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2003: 42 complaints 2003 2004: 220 complaints 2005: 75 complaints 2006: 120 complaints 2006 120 2007: 337 complaints 2008: 238 complaints 2009: 43 complaints 2009 2010: 86 complaints 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1995: 132 complaints 1995 1996: 343 complaints 1996 1997: 210 complaints 1997 1998: 267 complaints 1998 1999: 172 complaints 1999 2000: 93 complaints 2000 2001: 242 complaints 2001 2002: 210 complaints 2002 2003: 42 complaints 2003 2004: 220 complaints 2004 2005: 75 complaints 2005 2006: 120 complaints 2006 120 2007: 337 complaints 2007 2008: 238 complaints 2008 2009: 43 complaints 2009 2010: 86 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

2006: 120 complaints

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YearComplaints
1995132
1996343
1997210
1998267
1999172
200093
2001242
2002210
200342
2004220
200575
2006120
2007337
2008238
200943
201086
20113
20120
20130

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

56% · 67 reports

Most commonly citing horn and wiring.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Could not use my horn and airbag did not deploy during an accident. The airbag and horn do not work because the fuse had to be taken out the fuse runs these functions.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-15

Also filed under Air bags

Air bags

25% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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At the time of collision the airbags did not deploy correctly. The airbag seems to have burst at the seams and projectlies of debris and chemicals came from the air bag instead. I hit my head on the windshield and hit my chest on steering wheel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-16

The contact owned a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact rear-ended the vehicle that was in front of the contact vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-02

We were in a car accident and although we were hit in the front, the air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-19

Also filed under Exterior lighting and structure

Steering

11% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

CRASHINJURY

Suspension

8% · 10 reports

Engine and engine cooling

8% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and engine.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…

    Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2009-11-09Suspension09E056000 Qualis automotive is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles. The socket may have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the…

    Remedy: Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on November 9, 2009. Owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Chrysler Sebring — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 67 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 09E056000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Chrysler Sebring is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler Sebring?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.