CarComplaints.com Notes: After a horrific run of complaints and headaches, Chrysler introduced its 3rd generation Sebring starting with the 2007 model year. While there was a bit of complaint carryover, things eventually settled down and in 2009 the Sebring became one of the least complained about cars we have on record that model year. I know, it shocks us too.
If you’re shopping for a used car you could do better than a 2009 Sebring. But the fact of the matter is you could also do worse. A lot worse. And for that reason we gave this car our “Seal of Pretty Good.”
2.5
hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
61,576 miles
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The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Sebring. While driving approximately 60 mph with the cruise control engaged, the electronic throttle control indicator illuminated. The contact called lee auto mall at 207-784-5441 (located at 765 center St, auburn, me 04210) and was informed that the vehicle could not be diagnosed immediately. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that as he attempted to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle would not respond. The contact noticed a red light blinking on the instrument panel and heard a banging sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact stated that the failure was related to the electronic throttle control. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
On my way home from work on Friday June 22nd, the car was running very rough and I had trouble braking. On Monday June 25. I had been at a stoplight. When the light turned green I accelerated and when I was at about 25 mph I stepped on the gas pedal, and had trouble gaining speed and the control light came on. I turned on my flashers and made it to a mechanic, but by that time the light had gone off. Every mechanic I have talked to tells me they can not determine the problem is and fix it unless the light is on when I bring in the car. When the light is on I have trouble accelerating and braking is very hard. This has happened numerous times and I believe this is a safety hazard and could cause serious accidents. I don't know what to do to get this fixed - no one seems to want to deal with this.
- Madison, WI, USA
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