1996 Chrysler Sebring Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 47about this part
- Share
- 14%of 343 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 47 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1996 Chrysler Sebring, 14% of the 343 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Oil light illuminated when stopped, and went out when in motion. The dealer serviced vehicle ,but the problem reoccurred. The next day consumer heard a screeching noise when depressing the gas pedal,then vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who advised the consumer that transmission needed to be replaced. .”
NHTSA complaint #10012176, filed 2003-03, 50,565 miles“The vehicle experienced a problem with the ignition key shift interlock as stated in recall number 98 v 183 000, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10008987, filed 2003-02, 69,000 miles“In august of 1998 I began to detect a creaking noise when I turned the steering wheel (even at a full stop). I brought it back to the dealership where I purchased the car and they determined that the lower right ball joint had lost it's lubrication. The service manager indicated that since there wasn't a grease fitting on the ball joint it needed to be replaced. The repair could not be done that day and an appointment was made for a couple of days later. I asked the service manager if the car was safe to drive, and he replied yes. …”
NHTSA complaint #702551, filed 1999-01“I have had so many problems with this car. The car looks very nice on the outside but has many issues on the inside. This car has cost me a fortune since my warranty went out at 75,000 miles. I have replaced brakes, rotors, and drums almost every year. This is very costly (over $350 every time). My transmission failed on me twice, once under warranty and the other without a warranty. I spent over $1,000 for repairs to replace a gasket, o-ring, and transmission pump. My o2 sensor failed twice. When I try to adjust my mirrors with the button on the driver side, the mirrors won't respond at all. …”
NHTSA complaint #755570, filed 2001-12“1996 Chrysler Sebring has problems with roof leaking, front passenger tire separating from the vehicle as well as problems with the transaxles floor shifter/park interlock which caused driver to hit nine cars and be ejected through the windshield. There was a recall regarding the park /neutral start switch being faulty. The consumer wants daimler Chrysler to compensate her for another vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10119012, filed 2005-04Related recalls
- 98V183000Aug 6, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the…Covers: Chrysler Sebring 1996–1998, Cirrus 1995–1998, Dodge Stratus 1995–1998 +1 more
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9 | 10% |
| 2009 | 8 | 19% |
| 2008 | 48 | 20% |
| 2007 | 40 | 12% |
| 2006 | 5 | 4% |
| 2005 | 8 | 11% |
| 2004 | 23 | 10% |
| 2003 | 2 | 5% |
| 2002 | 28 | 13% |
| 2001 | 20 | 8% |
| 2000 | 6 | 6% |
| 1999 | 33 | 19% |
| 1998 | 21 | 8% |
| 1997 | 29 | 14% |
| 1996 | 47 | 14% |
| 1995 | 13 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chrysler Sebring
70 complaintsBrakes
55 complaintsEngine cooling
39 complaintsBody and structure
39 complaintsElectrical system
37 complaintsAir bags
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsEquipment
9 complaintsWheels
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chrysler Sebring
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology