2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan: 0 recalls, 18 owner complaints.
Recalls
0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Suspension Equipment recall #10E059000 · 2010 · 22,689 vehicles
What's wrong: The ball joint on the control arm assembly can fail causing the ball stud to wear through the control arm housing resulting in noise and/or separation of the ball stud from the housing.
Why it matters: If there is a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on January 28, 2011.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are electrical failure (6), stalls / loses power (3).
- Airbags (5): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Steering (3): the most common themes are steering problems (2).
- Latches & locks (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan has 18 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 7 Sebring Sedan model years for complaints (2.1× the average Sebring Sedan year). Complaints peaked in 2014 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 8 years old, at a median of 86,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (11 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan problems?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (14), airbags (5), steering (3).
Where can I get a 2006 Chrysler Sebring Sedan repair manual?
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