2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv ranks 2nd-worst of 5 model years, with a complaint index of 75 and 59 complaints, most tied to the Electrical System (69%). It carries an Avoid verdict, though 2008 rates worse with a complaint index of 100.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 75/100
- #2 of 5 Sebring Conv years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 59
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 0
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 4
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Top issue
- Electrical System
Top 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System41 (69%)
- Airbags22 (37%)
- Other5 (8%)
- Structure & Body5 (8%)
- Steering3 (5%)
- Brakes2 (3%)
- Engine2 (3%)
- Seat Belts2 (3%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (3%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Horn activates on its own while driving and can sound continuously for 30 to 60 seconds without input.
- Horn sometimes stops working entirely, leaving drivers without a functioning warning signal in traffic.
- Airbag warning light illuminates intermittently at various speeds without a diagnosed cause.
- Takata airbag deployment during a crash reportedly caused the steering wheel's plastic cover to cut a driver's hand.
- Convertible top has been reported to pop open unexpectedly while driving around 50 mph despite the latch appearing secure.
- Water collects on the rear passenger floorboard due to a failed convertible top seal that persisted after dealer repair.
2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2006 compared with other Sebring Conv years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 59 complaints for the 2006 Sebring Conv and a complaint index of 75, the second-highest among the 5 model years with data, resulting in an Avoid verdict for this year relative to other Sebring Conv years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv?
- The Electrical System accounts for 69% of complaints, mostly involving the horn activating on its own, with a median failure mileage of 48,800 miles.
- Are there recalls on the 2006 Chrysler Sebring Conv?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Sebring Conv in this data, despite the complaint volume, including reports tied to Takata airbags.
- How does the 2006 Sebring Conv compare to other years?
- The 2006 model has a complaint index of 75, worse than 2007 (0), 2009 (25), and 2010 (50), but better than 2008, which has the highest complaint index at 100 and is also rated Avoid.
- Do owners report airbag issues in the 2006 Sebring Conv?
- Yes, Airbags make up 37% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 55,000, including reports of warning lights illuminating intermittently and a Takata-related deployment injury.