2009 Chrysler Sebring Problems
Compared with other Chrysler Sebring years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
30/100 0.6× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.6× that of a typical Chrysler Sebring year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 9 of its 43 complaints were filed by the end of 2011.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (9 complaints, median 65,000 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 43filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles, 34 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 22 mpgcombined, 2.7L 6-cyl · flex-fuel FWD · 19 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 43 consumer complaints for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring. The part named most often is electrical system, with 9 complaints (21% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (8) and brakes (7). 34 of the complaints include a mileage, and 41% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 55,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 6 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 56 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 10 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 2 Chrysler Sebring model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 30 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system9 21%
- Brakes7 16%
- Air bags6 14%
- Engine4 9.3%
- Exterior lighting3 7.0%
- Fuel system3 7.0%
- Steering3 7.0%
- Tires3 7.0%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (3), Other or unknown (2), Seats (2), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (2), Engine cooling (1), Seat belts (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “The 2009 Chrysler Sebring horn starts to blow at all hours and I have to go out and hit the horn pad on the steering wheel. I had it go off in traffic and almost had a guy in a road rage situation until I told him what happens to the horn. This should be a recall for safety for sure. I see where there are many more complaints on the internet.”
NHTSA complaint #10760106, filed 2015-08, 65,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “While drive the car loses power and will stall at random times cause the car to shut off, will restart right away and drive fine again can not idle for a long period of time like at a red light or stop sign cause when you accelerate you will have no power and have to try to get to side of the road so you don't get hit, took to mechanic said PCM problem that it needed a new PCM, looked up PCM problems with this car year and make and model and there is a recall but when I put my VIN in it's not one of them but my car is doing exactly as described for the recall on the 2009 Chrysler Sebring PCM…”
NHTSA complaint #11394556, filed 2021-02, 118,000 milesBrakes: “I was in a car accident yesterday.the brakes locked up on me.the steering wheel jerked & got stuck.I ended up htting 2 cars.I knew nothing about a recall.I've only had this car for 5 months.I have to loook online to find out there was a recall.I wnna know what is gonna be done about my situation?I'm very upset.”
NHTSA complaint #10916118, filed 2016-10, 138,000 milesAir bags: “Vehicle hit black ice, flipped and rolled a few times. No air bags were deployed! Chrysler was immediately notified and still no response. Recall on airbag sensor, yet no recall on air bags.”
NHTSA complaint #10562317, filed 2014-01, 84,123 milesMileage when problems were reported
41% of the 34 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 41,000 and 100,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring · sedan FWD | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | — |
| Sebring · C FWD | not rated | 4 / 5 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2009 Chrysler Sebring version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Sebring FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sebring Convertible FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Sebring Convertible FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 16 | 27 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sebring FWD | 2.7L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 4-speed automatic | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Sebring Convertible FWD | 2.7L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 09V047000Feb 4, 2009Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge systemCovers: Chrysler Sebring 2009, Dodge Avenger 2009
Chrysler is recalling 91 my 2009 sebring and dodge avenger equipped with 2.4l engine passenger vehicles. A compatibility issue between the instrument cluster software and fuel pump module can result in the fuel gauge overstating the actual fuel tank level…
- 08V528000Oct 9, 2008Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Covers: Chrysler Sebring 2009, Dodge Journey 2009, Jeep Compass 2009 +3 more
Chrysler is recalling 712 my 2009 sebring, dodge caliber, avenger, journey, jeep patriot, and compass vehicles. A new adhesive used in the power train control module (pcm) manufacturing process can cause the printed circuit board to break.
Recall details for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 56 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11017445Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
- 11017435Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10244348Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners…
- 10221831Aug 19, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. (Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
- 10180221Aug 19, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. (Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty…
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Other model years of the Chrysler Sebring
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 86 | 71,500 | 3 | — | 22 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 43 | 55,000 | 2 | — | 22 | 30 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 238 | 70,000 | 4 | — | 22 | 91 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 337 | 65,000 | 7 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 120 | 70,000 | 0 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 75 | 72,500 | 3 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 220 | 39,960 | 4 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 42 | 59,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 210 | 64,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 242 | 65,000 | 9 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 93 | 80,000 | 1 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 172 | 85,000 | 1 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 267 | 83,500 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 210 | 88,788 | 5 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 343 | 76,850 | 7 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 132 | 98,000 | 3 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chrysler Sebring model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Chrysler Sebring have?
NHTSA recorded 43 consumer complaints for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2009 Chrysler Sebring is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 9 complaints (21% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 8.
Has the 2009 Chrysler Sebring been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Chrysler Sebring get?
The EPA rates the 2009 Chrysler Sebring (Sebring, 2.7L 6-cyl · flex-fuel) at 22 mpg combined, 19 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,050 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Chrysler Sebring reported?
Among the 34 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 55,000 miles and the middle half falls between 41,000 and 100,000 miles; 41% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.