Chrysler Cirrus Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 182 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chrysler Cirrus across 6 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (118). The words owners use most often: “abs brakes” (12% of reports).
- 182service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 26mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- 24%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- ABS brakes: mentioned in 22 of 182 complaints (12%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 20 of 182 complaints (11%)
- Rear brake: mentioned in 15 of 182 complaints (8%)
- Please describe: mentioned in 14 of 182 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 18 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 182 complaints, 26 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 10 an injury.
Chrysler Cirrus service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Cirrus | 15 | 15% | 17,000 |
| 1999 Cirrus | 8 | 13% | 51,367 |
| 1998 Cirrus | 8 | 12% | — |
| 1997 Cirrus | 11 | 16% | 94,800 |
| 1996 Cirrus | 22 | 14% | 52,500 |
| 1995 Cirrus | 118 | 32% | 93,694 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.
Risk: Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.
Fix: Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1998, 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.
Risk: Daimlerchrysler recall no. 843. If this happens, the tube could leak, reducing the effectiveness of one-half of the diagonally split braking system, and resulting in longer stopping distances.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Model years: 1995, 1996
Problem: The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.
Risk: Brake fluid leakage can result in diminished effectiveness of one half of the split brake system. The instrument panel warning light(s) will signal system impairment prior to partial brake system loss.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Model years: 1995, 1996
Problem: Corrosion of the abs hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.
Risk: If either front wheel valve sticks, the vehicle would swerve from a straight stop when the brakes are applied.
Fix: Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
When i first bought the car i had problems with connections under the hood which lead to steering problems and the line. Brakes failed me on march 22, 2010 had a bad car accident because my brakes nor my emergency brakes didn't work, both failed me. *tr
I have a 1999 chrysler cirrus. My wife took the car for the day 10/15/08, she called me at work to say the brakes were making a very loud grinding noise. The next day i drove the car to the dealer to have the brakes serviced. On the way over, the brake pads completely stopped functioning. I had to…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chrysler cirrus. The contact attempted to start her vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The entire instrument panel illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and he stated that the modulator needed to be replaced. The work was performed, but the failure recurred a month…
Failure of brake lines. Rear brake lines collapse causing rear brakes to stay engaged. I have gone through 2 sets of brake pads and 2 sets of rear calipers. Dealership cannot locate parts as manufacturer is back ordered due to other replacements being done. *tr
I've had my engine checked back in may of 05 by the dealer they said it was engine misfire,the distributor ignition was bad. They charged me $321 just to check it,then i paid $276 to get it fixed. The car has had a drip ever since. In the past 6 to 8 months or longer i've had a drip from the engine…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler Cirruss have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 182 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the Chrysler Cirrus. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler Cirrus service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the Chrysler Cirrus?
The most frequent phrase is “abs brakes”, in 22 of 182 complaints, followed by “master cylinder” (20).
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