Roof And Pillar problems of the 1996 Chrysler Sebring

19 problems related to roof and pillar have been reported for the 1996 Chrysler Sebring. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2002

While traveling on highway rear window was lose, and seam on convertible top was coming apart.

2 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 11/05/2001

Convertible top frayed at edges and back glass window was becoming loose.

3 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 01/25/2001

We compalined to our local service dealer, croton Dodge in croton NY of a water leak from the car wash, the dealer discovered that the arm supporting convertible roof had cracked completely all the way through. Dodge says that because it is a frame problem and because of the mileage they are not responsible. Since when does a vehicle owner have to protect himself from metal failure of a car frame? isn't it reasonable to expect a car frame to last the life of a car? croton Dodge has estimated this job to cost well in excess of $2500. Your assistancew is greatky appreciated.

4 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 07/23/2000

Convertible top separating. Water gets inside vehicle and door won't shut completely due to top . Along wire hanging from the top keeping door from closing completely.

5 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 07/05/1999

The convertible top flew off vehicle due to design of the velcro fastener (not sufficient). Mjs.

6 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 06/15/1999

Top coming apart around the edges of convertible top. Notifed dealer and informed consumer that warranty covers only 3 yrs. Or 36,000 miles. Consumer would like to know from NHTSA view on this matter.

7 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 06/23/1998

Whenever it rains or going through a car wash roof leaks right at top of window.

8 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 03/03/1998

Problems with the left front locking device of the convertible top. Threads of hold down bolt stripped, causing the top to come loose. Replacement unit purchase from Chrysler looked a lot sturdier than the original, so they must have experienced more problems with this device.

9 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 09/09/1997

Ea97025, convertible top cover disengagement; while drivng about 70 mph the convertible top cover flew off. The top cover has not been replaced.

10 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 09/09/1997

Pe97-029, while driving on the freeway the defective top convertible cover disengaged from the vehicle which almost caused an accident.

11 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 07/18/1997

The boot (convertible top cover) blew off while driving.

12 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 05/17/1997

While driving the convertable top plastic boot flew off from the vehicle which could cause an accident. Dealer replaced it 3 times. Dealer still cannot determine the problem.

13 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 10/31/1996

Driving down the highway at about 70mph and the convertible top popped open on one side and the roof started coming open.

14 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 08/29/1996

Convertible top flew off due to lack of "boot clip". .

15 Roof And Pillar problem

Failure Date: 07/12/1996

While driving, the convertible top flew off. Please describe.

16 Roof And Pillar problem

Convertible top releases from the latches which were still engaged, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

17 Roof And Pillar problem

Owner states while driving vehicle at 60 mph the boot that haold convertible top down flew off and hit another vehicle. Owner has concerns for safety.

18 Roof And Pillar problem

Owner states that the boot that holds the convertible top flew off while driving. Owner has concerns for safety.

19 Roof And Pillar problem

Convertible top has failed, allowing rain water to enter inside the passenger compartment, causing an electrical malfunction wthin the electrical system. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.


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