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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2009 Chrysler Sebring recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
45
Latest campaign
Feb 4, 2009

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, other1Feb 4, 2009
Power train1Oct 9, 2008

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Feb 4, 2009Latest campaign
Feb 4, 200909V047000

Fuel system, other: storage fuel gauge system

THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

DetailsHide details for campaign 09V047000
What's wrong
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 91 MY 2009 SEBRING AND DODGE AVENGER EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L ENGINE PASSENGER VEHICLES. A COMPATIBILITY ISSUE BETWEEN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SOFTWARE AND FUEL PUMP MODULE CAN RESULT IN THE FUEL GAUGE OVERSTATING THE ACTUAL FUEL TANK LEVEL. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE MAY RUN OUT OF FUEL WHEN THE GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS STILL FUEL REMAINING IN THE TANK.
Risk
THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign
NHTSA 09V047000 · Feb 4, 2009
Oct 9, 200808V528000

Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm)

THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

DetailsHide details for campaign 08V528000
What's wrong
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 712 MY 2009 SEBRING, DODGE CALIBER, AVENGER, JOURNEY, JEEP PATRIOT, AND COMPASS VEHICLES. A NEW ADHESIVE USED IN THE POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) MANUFACTURING PROCESS CAN CAUSE THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TO BREAK.
Risk
THIS CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PCM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign
NHTSA 08V528000 · Oct 9, 2008
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component45

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
45Complaints filed
3Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
6Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system1022010
Power train818001
Service brakes716203
Air bags613102
Electronic stability control (ESC)49000
Engine49102
Exterior lighting37000
Vehicle speed control37000
Steering37102
Tires37000
Fuel system24000
Seats24000
Visibility24000
Engine and engine cooling24000
Hydraulic24000

10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the transmission was shifted to drive (D), and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated.”

    Filed 12/18/2023 · ODI 11560613
  • Fuel system

    “The contact owns a 2009 Chrysler Sebring. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning.”

    Filed 11/14/2022 · ODI 11493427
  • Electrical system

    “Dash board lights go on and off and sometimes does not come on at all and at night I am unable to see how fast I am going which could cause an accident or a fine”

    Filed 05/02/2021 · ODI 11414866

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2009 Chrysler Sebring recall questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Chrysler Sebring have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Chrysler Sebring. The most recent, 09V047000 (reported February 4, 2009), concerns fuel system, other. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Chrysler Sebring?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 10 complaints out of 45 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Chrysler Sebring?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Chrysler). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chrysler dealer.

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