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2009 Chrysler Sebring LX Convertible

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2009 Chrysler Sebring – front Unverified
Photo: 2010 Chrysler Sebring Touring, front right, 07-14-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the third generation (2007–2010); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2010 Chrysler Sebring Touring, front right, 07-14-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2009 Chrysler Sebring LX Sedan in Bright Silver Metallic, front right, 2025-09-23 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2008 Chrysler Sebring 2.0 (51157011606) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: CHRYSLER SEBRING (JS) China by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2010 Chrysler Sebring Limited, Rear Left, 05-27-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2009 Chrysler Sebring LX Convertible is a 173-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 convertible with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,790 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 173 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 166 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$27,790 ($42,106 *)
MSRP with Destination$28,530 ($43,227 *)
Destination Charge$740
Engine
Engine Type2.4L DOHC 16-valve inline-4 (GEMA)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower173 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque166 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2009 Chrysler Sebring Convertible w/SAB
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2009 Chrysler Sebring 4-DR. w/SAB: overall not rated

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler SEBRING. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 4, 2009 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

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.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 09V047000

Oct 9, 2008 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

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.

Consequence: 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.

NHTSA campaign 08V528000

45 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler SEBRING

Owner Complaints

45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler SEBRING (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System10
Power Train8
Service Brakes7
Air Bags6
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)4
Engine4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 18, 2023 · 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…”
Nov 14, 2022 · Fuel System, Other
“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. The vehicle was taken to an independent…”
May 2, 2021 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
“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”
Feb 3, 2021 · Power Train
“WHILE DRIVE THE CAR LOSES POWER AND WILL STALL AT RANDOM TIMES CAUSE THE CAR TO SHUT OFF, WILL RESTART RIGHT AWAY AND DRIVE FINE AGAIN CAN NOT IDLE FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME LIKE AT A RED LIGHT OR…”
Sep 3, 2020 · Exterior Lighting
“THE LIGHTS WENT OUT ALOT AND I WOULD GIGGLE THE WIRE TO GET THEM TO FULLY TURN ON. THEN THAT STOPPED WORKING. WE HAVE TRIED DIFFERENT ROUTES OF TRYING TO GET THEM TO WORK BUT NOTHING WILL. IT CAN ONLY…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 CHRYSLER SEBRING. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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