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2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv Electrical system Problems

Complaints
33about this part
Share
29%of 114 total for the year
Median mileage
65,371miles
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 33 complaints about the electrical system of the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv, 29% of the 114 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,371 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My 2008 sebring had the electronic throttle control light come on. When this happened the vehicle immediately reduced itself to 2000 rpms. I could not accelerate beyond that threshold. If the vehicle came to a stop it would stall out completely. I have read several similar reports of this issue including it causing involuntary acceleration.”

NHTSA complaint #10579628, filed 2014-04, 65,742 miles

“While driving the engine light came on, loss speed occurred, car felt like in was going to dye on the freeway. No acceleration power. Engine light flashing, throttle light flashing in red. Car has no pick up. I have called Chrysler and was told no recall. I had it checked at local auto shop and code was p0035. Crank shaft sensor. Many customers have had this issue and no one not even Chrysler can figure out the problem.”

NHTSA complaint #10694860, filed 2015-03, 118,400 miles

“The windshield wipers started stuttering then stopped completely. When I move the control arm they will move a little at a time, then start to go really fast. I had to leave them on the fast mode or else I would not been able to drive the car. It was pouring out. Thankfully I got to work with no issues. I have replaced the wiper motor and the control arm to no avail, the dealer put in a new wiper kit to no avail. Now I need a new tipm module.!”

NHTSA complaint #10626126, filed 2014-08, 37,876 miles

“I have a 2008 sebring convertible.. While driving.. The car's electronic throttle control light comes on and starts to lose power and will almost shut down.. I am hearing about others with similar problems.. Pg 181 on owners' manual.. This makes it for a real dangerous situation if the engine shuts down.. I lose all steering and braking while driving at high speeds.. Especially on curvy roads..”

NHTSA complaint #10359123, filed 2010-10, 65,000 miles

“I bought this vehicle as is in february of this year. The convertible top gets stuck in the up position and doesn't go back down. I cannot see otu of the rear view and obviously cannot operate the vehicle safely. I contacted a dealership and Chrysler and both told me the recall had been addressed in 2008 (they llooked it up by VIN). However, it obviously wasn't since the top is still sticking. They basically told me too bad. However, they were unable to tell me which dealership had marked it as a completed and repaired recall which is strange. …”

NHTSA complaint #11091062, filed 2018-04, 106,000 miles

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
20083329%
20064068%

Other parts of the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv

Transmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsBody and structure
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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