Most common 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems
Share of the 114 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chrysler Sebring Conv complaints by model year
Best Sebring Conv years: 2010, 2006. Years to avoid: 2008. Compare all years →
What 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv owners say
Electrical system all 33 →
On May 20, 2017 driving on interstate 70-80 MPH; red lightning bolt dash warning light came on. My car seemed to pull back and hesitate. It was driving as if it May cut off. I drove into right lane and dropped speed to about 55 MPH. I did not stop because it was night and I am a senior woman driving alone on a route I'd never driven. The car would pulsate and run unsteady when idling a stops. I made it home, turned car back on and light went off. I went online and looked up the red light icon and it said "etc electronic throttle control. This is a serious problem. Now I'm afraid to drive the car; especially on the highways and interstates. On previous occasion on a highway doing 60 MPH or so; car accelerated and would not slow up until it decided to. I had no control about 30- 40 seconds. Thank god I did not panic and did not crash. …
First I went to start the car, I noticed the battery wasn't starting. I open the hood and tried to move the battery post, they were tight, but the plastic cover on the post started sending sparks out when I touched it. After a while I tried to start it again and it started right up. Then I noticed the malfunction indicator light came on. I let it run for about a minute then I turned it off. I didn't drive it at all that day. Later I checked it again. It didn't start. So I did the same thing again it started right up but the electronic throttle control light was on as well. I was afraid to drive it I thought the sparks might make it catch on fire. I think there were a recall on this car a while back. I've never had a problem with this car. I know that many people have had this same problem on their Chrysler vehicles. I read about many other problems as well. What should I do next? …
Engine & cooling all 30 →
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to another dealer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated the failure was related to the NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V473000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.
I was driving and with out warning a loud noise started. The car stopped on the city street and could not be moved. I was in the middle of traffic. This was an unsafe condition. The car was pushed to the curve out of the traffic..without warning the engine parts broke down. I had the car tolled to a station to get it fixed. I had to replaced the timing belt, timing belt tensioner, water pump, anti-freeze, serpentine belt, this cost $1,822.28.that was 09/28/2016. I had only 74,708 miles on the car, not 100,00. The check engine light kept coming on. On 11/07/16, at a Chrysler dealer, I had a diagnosed test done. The tech found that the right cylinder head needs to be replaced. The car had only 75,209 miles. Not 100,00 miles. Is this to soon for those parts to break down and need to be replaced? I always had my car check at the Chrysler dealer for the check ups at the recormended time. …
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler Sebring convertible. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle shook violently without warning. In addition, while driving at low speeds, the vehicle jerked forward and stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. While driving at various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred monthly. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Rpms shot to 4K and 5K then shut off while driving on interstate. Towed to dealer. Dealer replaced PCM and alternator. Afterwhich, intake manifold door position sensor sets a code - for sensor (no response) internal to intake manifold. Check engine light still on.
2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 20 / 29 / 23 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 26 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv a good car?
Based on 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Sebring Conv rates avoid: 3.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the Sebring Conv at the same age. It is one of the Sebring Conv years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv?
The electrical system — 33 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about wiring. Next are the engine & cooling (30) and transmission & drivetrain (17).
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chrysler Sebring Conv?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010 and 2006. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008. See the full Chrysler Sebring Conv years comparison.
At what mileage do 2008 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 49,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.