Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2008 Chrysler Sebring. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR TPMS
- Summary
- CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 180,963 MY 2007-2008 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A STANDARD TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS). UNUSED ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR THE TPMS MAY BECOME CORRODED AND COULD SHORT CIRCUIT, WHICH CAN CAUSE A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS INCLUDING ENGINE NO-START, DEAD BATTERY, AN INOPERATIVE CRUISE CONTROL OR REMOTE START SYSTEM, AND/OR ENGINE STALLING.
- Consequence
- ENGINE STALLING COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL SEAL THE WIRES FOR THE TPMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.
- Consequence
- THIS CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONNECTOR FOR CONTAMINATION OR DAMAGE, INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS OVERLAY, AND REPLACE THE FAN MOTOR FREE OR CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FRONT DOOR LATCH CABLE MAY BECOME PARTIALLY UNSEATED FROM THE INTERIOR RELEASE HANDLE HOUSING POSSIBLY CAUSING THE LATCH TO STICK IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION OR THE LOCK FUNCTION TO BECOME INOPERATIVE.
- Consequence
- DRIVING A VEHICLE WITH AN UNLATCHED DOOR CAN RESULT IN AN UNBELTED FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE OR BEING EJECTED IN A CRASH, CAUSING INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL ADD A SECONDARY RETENTION FEATURE TO BOTH FRONT DOORS. THIS ACTION WILL SUPERSEDE AND EXPAND A PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL (PLEASE SEE 07V-104). THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS UTILIZED FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSORS AND REPLACE THEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Owner complaints (352)
352 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 352 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 121 | 34.4% |
| Power train | 65 | 18.5% |
| Engine | 57 | 16.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 47 | 13.4% |
| Air bags | 33 | 9.4% |
| Unknown or other | 32 | 9.1% |
| Structure | 28 | 8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 25 | 7.1% |
| Steering | 22 | 6.3% |
| Service brakes | 21 | 6% |
How 2008 compares with other Sebring years
Best and worst Sebring years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 358 | 2 |
| 2003 | 74 | 2 |
| 2004 | 292 | 4 |
| 2005 | 132 | 3 |
| 2006 | 197 | 0 |
| 2007 | 339 | 7 |
| 2008 | 352 | 4 |
| 2009 | 45 | 2 |
| 2010 | 104 | 3 |
| 2011 | 3 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 24 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 370 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 24 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 24 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2008 Chrysler Sebring FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 08V152000 (electrical), 07V473000 (engine), 07V414000 (latch), 07V240000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Chrysler Sebring problems?
Owners filed 352 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (121), Power train (65), Engine (57) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Chrysler Sebring get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 21 city, 30 highway and 24 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 Sebring compare with other years?
Among the 2002–2011 Chrysler Sebring model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2002 the most (358). The 2008 drew 352. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.