Chrysler Sebring engine problems

engine problem

8.6

pretty bad

Typical Repair Cost:

$6,500.00

Average Mileage:

78,767 miles

Number of complaints:

7 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. replaced engine (4 reports)
  2. not sure (3 reports)

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problem #7

2008Sep 18

Sebring GCI Convertible 2.7L Litre V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,000 miles

I guess I am having the same problem as others but my engine hasn't quit yet. My problem is with the oil pressure light flashing at idle speeds. The oil like so many others has been changed every 3000 miles or less. I am a mechanic and have been for several years so my first deduction was to change the sending unit not to hard to do but a little pain. This did not fix the problem. But I did notice the oil that came out of the sending unit port was much dirtier than the oil in the pan so I decided to flush the engine. My light went out for now but after reading the other complaints I am sure my problems are not over. But I will however flush the engine more regular to try to slow down my woes. While doing some research I found there is a tech. bulletin put out by Chrysler it is TSB #08-36-99 which calls for a wire terminal vent wire be added to the switch connector. But I recommend only doing this after your oil pressure has been checked and is good. I have been a loyal Dodge fan since I have been able to drive and I own 3 of them my 83 dodge Diplomat has 175000 miles and still going strong but this Sebring and my 2006 Dodge truck have not been so good to me so I guess it is time to change.I think it will be to a Honda.

Brian G.

Oxford, AL, USA

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problem #6

2008Oct 03

Sebring LX 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 84,668 miles

2004 Chrysler Sebring has Sludge problem. The thermostat housing cracked and caused the car to overheat. I only used synthetic oil but when car over heated I believe it burned oil badly enough to cause sludge. N car won't rev above 4000 RPM.

vendor1usa

Yonkers, NY, USA

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problem #5

2008Aug 02

Sebring 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles

2004 Sebring 2.7 v6, engine failed, dealership wanted about nine thousand dollars for new engine and to install it or he would be more than glad to sell us a new one. Now what kind of dumbass would buy this same auto again, i was born at night but not last night. anyway a guy that has same problem says he is a lawyer and would like to hear from more people who have this problem, i think he had a 2003 Sebring. his address is JOHN@DURSTLAW.COM, MAYBE HE CAN HELP US.

Allen I.

Oklahoma City, OK, USA

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problem #4

2008Aug 02

Sebring 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 100,000 miles

2004 Sebring, 100,000 miles, engine failure and it wasn't due to my negligence,i have a 2001 Malibu with 200,000 miles and a 1993 Chevy p/u with 150,000 miles and i changed oil in all 3 from the start. Chevy's are still running good and Sebring is sitting with blown engine. CHRYSLER CORP. SUCK BIG TIME

Allen I.

Oklahoma City, OK, USA

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problem #3

2008Aug 02

Sebring 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles

CHRYSLER SUCKS BIG TIME I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER CHRYSLER. DON'T BUY A SEBRING . CHRYSLER IF YOUR SELLING A PRODUCT AND IT IS DEFECTIVE ON YOUR SIDE, YOU NEED TO FIX IT AND QUIT RIPPING PEOPLE OFF. AGAIN I SAY CHRYSLER SUCKS.

Allen I.

Oklahoma City, OK, USA

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problem #2

2008Apr 16

Sebring LX 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 62,700 miles

I HAD THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS AS THE OTHERS. THIS APPEARS TO BE A DESIGN FLAW AND WE SHOULD BE REMBERSED. BEEN A DODGE FAN FOR 30 YRS IT IS TIME TO CHANGE. GOT NO RESPONSE FROM DEALER NOR CHRYSLER NEED CLASS ACTION TO FIX TA KNOWN PROBLEM.

Dan G.

Citrus Heights, CA, USA

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problem #1

2008May 11

Sebring Touring 2.7L V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 39,000 miles

As driving the car home, coming from having the oil change, coming up towards an intersection the lights on the dash starts to flicker then the car shut down. 30 minutes later the car was towed. Tried to restart the car and the car wouldn't crank. thought it was the battery, had bought a new battery, tried to start up the car again, still no sound. So it is figured that the engine has frozed up.

Curtis H.

Jacksonville, Florida, USA

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