Mercedes Benz 280 vs Chrysler Sebring Conv
Both cars' complete complaint records, side by side.
Read the totals carefully. NHTSA publishes no sales figures, so the car that sold more collects more complaints regardless of quality. The rows worth weighing are the proportions — the share of complaints that involved harm, and which part dominates.
| Measure | Mercedes Benz 280 | Chrysler Sebring Conv |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints on file | 124 | 308 |
| Model years covered | 1994–2000 | 2006–2010 |
| Worst model year | 1995 | 2008 |
| Best model year | 1994 | 2010 |
| Crashes reported | 14 | 12 |
| Fires reported | 10 | 1 |
| Injuries reported | 10 | 10 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 |
| Most complained-about part | Electrical System | Electrical System |
| Share of complaints involving harm | 27.4% | 7.5% |
Mercedes Benz 280 by year
What breaks
Electrical System
46
37.1%
Engine & Cooling
14
11.3%
Airbags
9
7.3%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
8
6.5%
Fuel & Propulsion
7
5.6%
Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
7
5.6%
Brakes
5
4.0%
Transmission & Drivetrain
4
3.2%
Chrysler Sebring Conv by year
What breaks
Electrical System
90
29.2%
Engine & Cooling
37
12.0%
Airbags
36
11.7%
Transmission & Drivetrain
22
7.1%
Body & Structure
18
5.8%
Acceleration & Cruise Control
14
4.5%
Other & Unspecified
14
4.5%
Brakes
12
3.9%