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This 2006 Chrysler Sebring has 138 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2006 Chrysler Sebring Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2006 Chrysler Sebring trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2006 Chrysler Sebring Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2006 Chrysler Sebring ConvertibleOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
CHRYSLER SEBRING 2006 has 138 NHTSA complaints, with electrical faults (72) and airbag malfunctions (35) as top issues. Two recalls were issued. Buyers should inspect electrical and airbag systems before purchase. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Sebring
- Model year
- 2006
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 138
- Crash-related complaints
- 11
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2006 Chrysler Sebring problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Airbag Malfunctions
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Airbag Malfunctions, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2006 Chrysler Sebring?
The 2006 Sebring is not recommended due to a high number of electrical and airbag complaints. Buyers should expect potential reliability issues and costly repairs.
Electrical faults can cause intermittent failures, while airbag malfunctions pose a safety risk. These patterns indicate systemic issues that may require frequent repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit a budget-conscious buyer willing to accept higher maintenance risk and who can perform DIY repairs.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers prioritizing reliability and safety should avoid the 2006 Sebring due to the high complaint volume.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2006 Chrysler Sebring
Inspection Focus
- Check all electrical systems, including lights, windows, and dashboard.
- Inspect airbag warning light and verify no stored codes.
- Test steering for unusual noise or stiffness.
Before You Close the Deal
- Have a mechanic inspect all electrical components thoroughly.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Test drive to check for steering and suspension issues.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2006 Chrysler Sebring has 138 complaints and 2 recalls. Electrical faults dominate with 72 complaints, followed by airbag malfunctions (35) and steering defects (16). Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, 2006 has a notably high complaint count, particularly for electrical and airbag systems.
Recall context: With 2 recalls, buyers should verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase.
- Electrical faults account for 72 of 138 total complaints.
- Airbag malfunctions represent 35 complaints, a significant safety concern.
- Steering defects total 16 complaints, indicating potential handling issues.
- Electrical Faults: 72 complaints suggest widespread wiring or component failures.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 35 complaints indicate potential deployment or sensor issues.
- Steering Defects: 16 complaints point to possible steering column or pump problems.
Full breakdown
All 2006 Chrysler Sebring complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 72 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 35 | 7 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
My passenger airbag spontaneously deployed without an impact when it was parked. This shattered the windshield and expelled plastic dashboard pieces and glass everywhere. My daughter and I had just exited the car so there were no injuries. Had we not stopped this may have deploye…
This is part of complaint 11630942. The incident on Nov 25, 2024. These are two separate complaints which occurred in the same crash that resulted in serious injuries. In the event of the crash the seatbelt failed to restrain me. Allowing my head to collide into the windshield a…
At the time of collision the airbags did not deploy correctly. The airbag seems to have burst at the seams and projectlies of debris and chemicals came from the air bag instead. I hit my head on the windshield and hit my chest on steering wheel. I was burned on my arms, hands an…
The contact owned a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact vehicle was involved in a crash. The contact rear-ended the vehicle that was in front of the contact vehicle. The contact's vehicle was damaged to the front driver's…
Mt ball joint separated from control arm housing
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal were significantly close to each other causing him to depress both pedals at the same time. The contact stated while driving at 3 MPH and attempting to make a stop, his foot ina…
Front ball joint came off and caused car to come to crash into road. It is now in a repair shop where I had it towed as it was causing problems sitting on road. If I had been going faster I m not sure how serious a problem to me or others on road it would cause. Possible death. I…
Drivers side seat belt Does Not Retract. Engine Piston Rod Bearings are defective heat up melt and may cause an Engine Fire like in Hyundai Rod Bearing Recall. Common on Chrysler V6 Engine. May cause Blown engine, snapped Piston Rods, Heat and Engine Fire.
TURN SIGNALS, WIPERS AND RADIO STOPPED WORKING BUT INTERMITTENTLY.
FRONT DRIVER SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT. VERY DANGEROUS. *TR
MY ENGINE OVERHEATED DUE TO A WATER PUMP LEAK. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE REMAINED IN THE NORMAL OPERATING RANGE DURING MY TRIP WHICH WAS ABOUT 30 MILES OF MOSTLY HIGHWAY DRIVING. I HAD NO INDICATION THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH MY CAR UNTIL IT SHUT OFF AT A STOP LIGHT.
WE WERE IN A CAR ACCIDENT AND ALTHOUGH WE WERE HIT IN THE FRONT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
WHILE DRIVING I WAS HEARING NOISE UNDER CAR. THEN FRONT DRIVERS WHEEL CAME OFF DAMAGING CAR ABOVE THE TIRE WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET AT ABOUT 35 MILES. CAR WAS TOWED IN TO FIRESTONE WHERE THEY HAD TO REPLACE BALL JOINT AND ARM. AMONG THE MAINTENANCE AFTER THAT I WAS THEN …
HORN GOING OFF WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE FELL TO THE GROUND AND SUSTAINED DAMAGES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING, THE CRUISE CONTROL INADVERTENTLY FLUCTUATED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT M…
BALL JOINT AND BALL STUD, SEPARATED AND BROKEN, CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE. THIS OCCURED ON THE PASSENGER FRONT SIDE. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. BACK SIDE ALSO HAS BECOME EXTREMELY LOOSE AND GRINDING, ADVISED IT ALSO WILL SEPARATE AND BREAK, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND LOSS OF CO…
ENGINE LIGHT STAY ON ALL THE TIME ALWAYS SERVICED AND CHANGED OILS ON TIME OR BEFORE, REPLACED ALL SENSORS, PLUGS, ENGINE DOES SHAKE ON IDLE AND SHUT ITSELF OFF EVEN WHILE DRIVING AND/OR IN MOVING MOTION, ENGINE LIGHT ALWAYS ON.
HORN GOES OFF ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING. SAME SOMETIMES WHEN IT'S PARKED UNATTENDED. THIS RECURS ONCE A WEEK OR SO.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring.
Safety recalls
2006 Chrysler Sebring recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2006 Chrysler Sebring. With 2 recalls, buyers should verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
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Questions
2006 Chrysler Sebring buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 138 owner complaints, 11 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2006 Sebring is not recommended due to a high number of electrical and airbag complaints. Buyers should expect potential reliability issues and costly repairs. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler Sebring?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (72 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (35 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (16 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Chrysler Sebring?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2006 Chrysler Sebring, NHTSA complaints include 11 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 138 total complaints. 12 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2006 Chrysler Sebring have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2006 Chrysler Sebring. A major recall area is SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT. With 2 recalls, buyers should verify all recall repairs have been completed before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2006 Chrysler Sebring?▾
The 2006 Sebring is not recommended due to a high number of electrical and airbag complaints. Buyers should expect potential reliability issues and costly repairs. Electrical faults can cause intermittent failures, while airbag malfunctions pose a safety risk. These patterns indicate systemic issues that may require frequent repairs. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Sebring reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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