Chrysler LHS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 642 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the Chrysler LHS, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (165). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Chrysler LHS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical LHS year: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 LHS: 165 complaints, 4 recalls
- 1995 LHS: 148 complaints, 3 recalls
- 1996 LHS: 135 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chrysler LHS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering problems | 135 | 6 | 3 |
| Power Train | 79 | 6 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 67 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 64 | 7 | 1 |
| Structure | 55 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 8 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 47 | 7 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 46 | 6 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 45 | 7 | 28 |
| Suspension | 45 | 6 | 1 |
| Visibility | 28 | 5 | 0 |
| Equipment | 27 | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 6 | 0 |
| Seats | 22 | 5 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 18 | 7 | 4 |
| Tires | 16 | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chrysler LHS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 LHS | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 LHS | 1 | 0 | — | Equipment | |
| 2002 LHS | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2001 LHS | 22 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2000 LHS | 83 | 5 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 LHS | 165 | 4 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1998 LHS | 3 | 2 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1997 LHS | 79 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1996 LHS | 135 | 2 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 LHS | 148 | 3 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler LHS years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1995 (148), 1996 (135), 1997 (79), 1999 (165), 2000 (83) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical LHS year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chrysler LHS?
Steering, with 135 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Chrysler LHS have?
9 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.