1999 Chrysler LHS Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other LHS years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Chrysler LHS. That is the most of any LHS model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (25 complaints, 15%), typically at around 45,978 miles. Complaints mention 29 crashes, 2 fires, 39 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 165owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 29complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Chrysler LHS problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 15% | 45,978 | — | — |
| Steering | 22 | 13% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 19 | 12% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 16 | 10% | 57,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 14 | 8% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 8% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 11 | 7% | 49,399 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 6% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 10 | 6% | 141,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 9 | 5% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 9 | 5% | 69,450 | — | — |
| Wheels | 9 | 5% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 4% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 7 | 4% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 2% | 61,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 2% | 63,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 2% | 57,500 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | 96,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | 130,122 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | 53,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Chrysler LHS recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Risk: Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on june 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seats:front assembly:recliner
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
Risk: If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. Owner notification began on april 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seat belts:front:retractor
Problem: Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.
Risk: If the retractor does not work properly, it will not adequately protect occupants in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Seat belts
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.
Risk: The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.
Fix: Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Auto trans ignition-park interlock (EA03011) — opened Jul 17, 2003, closed Jan 30, 2004, led to recall 04V021000.
- Throttle control failure (PE03010) — opened Feb 27, 2003, closed Sep 2, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Brake line rusted away lost of all brakes no brake fluid in master cylinder used e brake to stop car
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler lhs. After the vehicle was started, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the horn and cruise control failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the clock spring assembly failed and needed to be…
Interior lights go on and off,instrument panel,blinks,while driving. Alarm goes off for no reason. I've had to replace 3 batteries,as it seems there is a drain in the system somewhere that knowone can find. Its sitting dead once again in front of house. Barely touch cables to battery extended…
Takata recall i have just spent $435 to replace the starter assembly in my chrysler. Had just purchased a new battery. The car only has 60k miles on it. Has there been any recalls for this issue? That seems fairly low miles for a starter replacement.
Was on my way to class, was hit on passenger front side of car, then hit head on by sitting truck, air bags never deployed (have pictures to prove this), and i have been disabled from work with ongoing daily pain. If airbag would have deployed i know i wouldn't have been thrown around in the car…
Other Chrysler LHS years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 LHS | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 LHS | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 LHS | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 LHS | 22 | 3 |
| 2000 LHS | 83 | 5 |
| 1999 | 165 | 4 |
| 1998 LHS | 3 | 2 |
| 1997 LHS | 79 | 2 |
| 1996 LHS | 135 | 2 |
| 1995 LHS | 148 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chrysler LHS?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control, steering, electrical system problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Chrysler LHS?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Chrysler LHS a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other LHS model years, the 1999 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.