Chrysler Lhs 1995

• Recall 41956 [USA]: Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
  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.
  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.
  daimlerchrysler recall no. C45.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 8833 [USA]: If this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.
  dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.
  owner notification began february 7, 2000. 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 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 14255 [USA]: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
  Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.
  dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. Vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.
  owner notification began during january 1999. 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 chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

• Recall 2004003 [Canada]: Other
  On certain vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a floor-mounted shifter, the ignition-park interlock may become defeated 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. This may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning. Correction: dealer will inspect the function of the ignition-park interlock system. Vehicles found with functional interlock systems will have a load-limiting push rod installed into the floor shifter lever. Vehicles with a non-functional ignition-park interlock system will have the shifter assembly replaced.

• Recall 1999159 [Canada]: Suspension
  On certain vehicles, the lower control arm attaching brackets may crack due to fatigue and cause the lower control arm to separate from the engine cradle. If this occurs, the transmission half-shaft may pull out of the transaxle and result in a loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a motor vehicle accident. Correction: engine cradle will be reinforced at the point of attachment to the lower control arm.

• Recall 1998167 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  Note: vehicles equipped with 3.5 litre engine. The fuel injection delivery system may leak fuel from some of the sealing "o-rings" or from hairline cracks in the thermoplastic fuel injection rail. In the presence of an ignition source such a condition could result in a fire. Correction: the nitrile rubber "o-rings" will be replaced with "o-rings" made of an improved material. The fuel rail will also be evaluated and replaced as required.

• Recall 1995017 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
  These vehicles do not comply with c.M.V.S.S. 210.1 - tether anchorages for child restraints. No provision for tether anchorage at outboard seating positions. Correction: both outboard tether anchorage locations will be reworked to meet the requirements of the standard.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

• Fuel rail, brake fluid, chassis investigation as of 20041013

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• Auto trans ignition-park interlock investigation as of 20030717

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• Steering column separation investigation as of 20030507

  Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.In part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), nhtsa has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.If the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.A review of odis data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.Therefore, the petition is denied.For details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
  

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• Steering system rack and pinion investigation as of 19991029

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• Fuel injection delivery system fuel leak investigation as of 19981007

  
  

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• Fuel injector assembly leakage investigation as of 19980310

  Alleged fuel leakage from the fuel injector assembly
  

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• Underhood fuel leaks investigation as of 19950922

  Fuel system components may fail resulting in release of pressurized fuel in engine compartment spaces.
  

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Common OBD Error codes specific to this vehicle.

• P361A [1] P361A
• P1542 [1] P1542

Dear customer, i need used ignition coil wiring harness connector 4 terminal connector its part# 68045309aa, pt2285, and 1P1542. I would like buy this. Do you have part there? Please can you contact me email soon. Thank you, (xxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6).

The car keeps on dying when i'm driving and when the car dies i lose my brakes and my power steering my mechanic told me it is a problem with my fuel rails and i have noticed it leaking gasoline once in awhile.

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chrysler lhs. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline coming from the vehicle that was noticeable in the interior cabin. After examining the vehicle, the contact discovered that the fuel rail was fractured. The vehicle was repaired by the contact and was not diagnosed by the dealer. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign id number: 98v184000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system). The current and failure mileage was 235,000.

1995 chrysler lhs fuel rail leak, gasoline pouring onto engine manifold (2nd owner of car) was repaired 8yrs ago for same issue at my own cost unaware of recall of fuel rail problem when purchased vehicle . Dealer refuses to correct problem ..It has a recall for the fuel rail leaking and or o- rings failure for year and vin of vehicle they state it was done in 1999. *tr

Constant fuel vapor fumes of raw gas coming into the vehicle, recall campaign 98v184000 was done to the vehicle as the reinforcements are present, fumes occur daily with presence of fuel coming out of reinforcement area outlet fuel rail was not replaced. Believe chrysler needs to replace the outlet fuel rail as per recall as reinforcements do not hold up. *tr

1995 chrysler lhs fuel o-ring and fuel rail problem fixed by dealer under a national recall. Same issue has resurfaced with the fuel o-ring and fuel rail. Dealer has indicated it will not be fixed now under the recall.. Vehicle is a fire and explosion hazard and should be fixed under the recall. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chrysler lhs. The contact heard a loud crushing noise when the brake pedal was depressed. He also noticed that the brake pedal was resistant upon application. Upon further inspection, he noticed that the brake pads, rotors, and related components were in normal condition. On one occasion when the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle would not stop and crashed into another vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel prior to the failure. The vehicle was completely destroyed and three occupants were moderately injured. A police report was filed. The failure and current mileages were 120,000.

Lots of play in steering 7 to 8 inchs. Had to replace rack and pinion. Cost $650. Went out again august of 2010. *tr *js

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chrysler lhs. While driving 25 mph, strong gasoline fumes began to enter the passenger compartment. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer per nhtsa campaign id number 98v184000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system). The dealer stated that the failure occurred with the driver side fuel rail, therefore rendering the recall as null and void even though the parts and failure were identical. No repairs were made. The vin and number of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 175,000. Updated 01/02/08. *lj updated 12/12/07 *tr

Fuel rail cracked spilling fuel over the engine. Took to mechanic for diagnosis, parts and labor 760.00. *nm

Dt*: the contact stated the driver's side lower control arm fractured while driving 15 mph causing the half axle to pull out of the transaxle. There is an nhtsa recall, # 99v215000, regarding the suspension:front:control arm:lower arm. The vin was not included in the recall.

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph, a snapping sound was heard followed by a loss of steering. The contact stopped and exited the vehicle to call a friend. The friend noticed two bolts lying on the ground that appeared to be part of the steering. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced and the steering system needed to be flushed. The manufacturer was also alerted of the problem. Updated 7/3/2006 - *nm

Dt*: the contact stated while pulling into the driveway, at three to five mph, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and struck another vehicle parked in the driveway. The contact was wearing a seat belt, but it did not lock upon impact. The contact received minor injuries as a result of the seat belt failure. The frontal airbag failed to deploy. The police and manufacturer were not alerted.

I was having some uneven and premature front tire wear problems. I thought that the inner tie rod bushings were simply worn out. I found out instead that one of the bolts that hold the inner tie rod ends to the steering rack had actually sheared/ broken, and this was allowing the excessive slop in the steering. Obviously, if the bolt would have sheared all the way off, sudden and catastrophic (possibly deadly) loss of steering would have occurred, without warning. In order to remove/extract the broken bolt, the steering rack had to be removed from the car to facilitate access to the broken bolt with an extractor. This is an expensive 6 hours of labor job, to repair a simple broken bolt. Not only is it ridiculously expensive to repair, this is an item (the tie rod to steering rack bolt) that should never break from normal usage of the automobile. I subsequently found from on-line research that this is not an uncommon problem in the chrysler lh platform cars. Also, that there have been many consumer complaints, and several lawsuits due to alleged defective design, insufficient service/inspection procedures, or materials, relating directly to the lh platform steering, including severe accidents caused by this identical failure. Also complaints of chrysler offering no assistance to the consumer (including me) in regards to this very dangerous (and expensive to repair) defect. *jb

Dt: consumer's friend wrecked into a telephone pole with front impact, and both air bags did not deploy. Had not taken the vehicle to dealership. Did not contact manufacturer. Had not replaced air bags. *ak

'recall campaign' for chrysler lhs 1995, transaxle floor shifter ignition/park interlock. *bf recall#04v021000. The consumer believed the crash he was involved in was related to the recall. *jb

Dt: 3 months ago the consumer was driving toward the city and the vehicle made a loud noise, and then car started smoking. Consumer pulled off the highway, there was smoke everywhere. Consumer had car towed. It was running fine before this incident. Mechanic said that the car threw a rod, and needed a new motor and transmission. Consumer was not driving the car because the she could not afford to have it fixed.*ak

I experienced a loud clunking sound when i turned the steering wheel. Also when i drove over uneven pavement or an uneven entry to a driveway i could hear the same sound and could feel it through the steering wheel. I had a dealership check it out and they found that there was a bolt that had worked itself loose on the lower control arm. I have found information on the internet related to steering failures leading to death on several vehicles with the same steering components that my car has. Fortunately i caught this early enough to prevent a disasterous even like other people have experienced. They tightened the bolt. I understant that chrysler corporation has changed the torque specifications and the bushing used on the tie-rod ends in order to prevent the type of failures that many people have experienced. If you would like to look at the information that i found concerning steering components, premature transmission failure and premature engine failure, go to: http://www.Daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.Com here you can read all about the multitude of problems that chrysler products are experiencing.

While the consumer was standing by the vehicle it suddenly began to roll forward. Consumer ran behind the vehicle, grabbed the door and was dragged a few feet, injuring his knees, before he was able to open the door and slam the gear into park. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where he was told he had stripped a gear. However, there was a recall for the shift interlock. Consumer felt that since the recall caused him to strip the gear when the vehicle rolled, should be part of the repair made to the vehicle, along with the shift interlock nhtsa recall 04v021000.*ak

Consumer had to put 2 transmissions into vehicle. This one that is in the vehicle now is defective. Consumer put key into the ignition, and sometimes the vehicle will jerk.Also, while driving some times vehicle will not change gears. Consumer felt that there should be a recall on the transmission. *ak

A yellow substance accumulated inside the headlights lens. This would distract the driver's view when driving during night hours. *jb manufacturer was notified. *tt

Power sun roof flew out of the top of the car. The fram and basic cab;e structure remained but the glass blew out. Replacement cost is estimated at $800 plus labor. This seems very high to me. It could have caused an accident if someone had been traveling behind us.*ak

This vehicle was purchased used. 2 weeks after purchase the rear brake bads failed causing them to grind on the rotors. Brakes and rotors were replaced. Drivers side seat support is broken. Power steering pump has a leak. Transmission clutches burned out requiring replacement. Water pump failed along with failing timing belt & timing belt tensioner causing needed replacement. Engine has several oil leaks. Rack & pinion system is shifting, causing a thumping sound and vehicle shifting while cornering at times. Selt belt on drivers side doesn't retract properly. Brakes perform poorly, requiring excessive pedal to stop vehicle. Fuel rail is leaking fuel, awaiting mechanic determination if it's covered under the recall. *ak

Dt*: the contact stated in january 1999, a recall letter was received for the fuel injection system, nhtsa #98v184000. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the recall work was performed. In february 2004, fuel began to leak from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the o-rings were replaced. The manufacturer was contacted for reimbursement, but because the failure occurred after the one year warranty, the claim was denied.

The driver's side seat stuck while adjusting it backwards or forwards. The dealer examined the vehicle and determined that the seat rail bracket was defective. *ak in order to get the seat to move unless it was run back and forth a few times it would finally lurch to the side then forward. This would distract the driver. *sc *jb

The engine cradle had rusted and broken in two. *ph *nm

While traveling noticed a fuel leak. *ak

My husband and i purchased a 1995 chrysler lhs back in the winter of 2000. When warmer weather hit we turned on our air conditioner and the car began to scream, we took it back and supposedly they fixed it, it happened again and we took it back to the place we bought it from again same thing for a third time and because we didn't have the money for an extended warranty they informed us they there was really nothing they could do for us but install a used condenser unit each time. Well it worked for a little while and then it quit again. My husband went and bought the parts we needed and fixed it himself. It worked fine for a few months and now same thing, no air conditioner. Just recently we began having a problem with the car stalling while driving. My husband replaced the crankshaft position sensor, it worked fine for a day and while driving with my 18 month old son in 90 degree weather it stalled about 25 times during our ride home. I had to pull over, shut the car off wait 5 mins and then try again. I held up traffic 3 times because there was not a shoulder to pull over on. I hate this car. Now there are so many things that could be the problem, as for putting it on a diagnostics machine, we did that and because the car needs to be driven to stall, no codes will come up, out another $125. This car is nothing but a money pit. As for the recalls, well this scares me as i could not possible find out the truth if the recall repairs were ever made. The fire hazard is enough not to want to drive the car. The recall i found deals with the fuel injection delivery system, system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail. Dealers will replace the fuel rail o rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. Vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings

Lost of steering and brakes due to cracking and failure of subframe.*mr the consumer took the vehicle to the service dealer for repairs it cost approximately $1040.00. The consumer then found out there was a recall for the control arms. The consumer contacted the dealer to receive reimbursement for repairs he had to pay, the consumers claim was denied and he was told that the warranty had expired. *cb (recall #99v215000) *jb

Owned car 2.5 years. On a daily basis, it will not go into gear on any, and every, single cold start. I have to wait 1-2 minutes before the transmission will engage. I took it to a transmission specialist (cottman) and was told that this problem is inherent with this particular transmission. I cannot affort the (approximate) $2,000.00 it would take to repair this manufacturing problem.

Consumer states she placed her auto in reverse turned the steering wheel so that she could turn her car and heard a pop noise, then when she placed her auto in drive to go forward the steering column would not turn the wheel. The steering wheel turned but the wheels did not. Ts

Consumer was idling at a traffic light. Without warning the vehicle suddenly accelerated almost collided with the car in front. Ts

While driving, heard a pop and consumer lost steering control. Consumers repair manual stated that it was the lower control arm. *ak *jg

We purchased this vehicle from the dealer in 1997 with 23,000 miles on it. Since that time we had had enormous repair bills. In 1998 we had to have the heads replaced. There was later a problem with the mapping sensors, o2 sensors and many other problewms. Recently 12-2002 we took the car in because of starting problems. We were advised a number of things that could be the problem . At the suggestion of a chrysler mechanic we had all of the suggested repairs completed. This cost us just under $1000.00. The car was returned several times and we were advised that they could not determine what the problem was. We then took the vehicle to another chrysler dealer and another$1000.00 later we drove the car off the lot. Within 2 weeks we were back at the dealer where the car remains. I am now told that the block is cracked. I don't know much about cars but i really think that i have ended up with a lemon or that i have been taken by the mechanics. Please help.*ak

Dealer car not old enough to need a new wire harness. *ak

Car has been diagnosed as structural breakdown in steering mounting and control. *ak

There is a weld breakdown in the steering mounting.

Transmission failure. *ak

Accelerator cable broke and vehicle accelerated even with consumer applying brakes. Vehicle crashed into a building. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak

Automatic transmission, after approximately an hour's use, will go to emergency scenario and only have 3rd gear available. This means on the highway you are able to drive but @high rpm to get to 45mph & no reverse. This has happened repeatedly. When i took it to a dealer, they were not able to replicate and told me so; however, they tested it cold and that functions well. It is when the transmission has had a hour or so use & then stop & go traffic, it then starts acting up & reverts to the emergency scenario. Took it to a transmission place & they call chrysler; who gave them instructions for performing a modification(s). Didn't help, it's not so dangerous,like lurching; but it will leave you standed. Wondering if others are experiencing this activity?*ak

Abs and traction lights came on while consumer was traveling at around 25-30 mph. Also, noise was more apparent when slowing and at low speeds. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced tie rods / anti-lock brakes, and relay abs pump. But, problem still occurred. *ak

My vehicle was parked, not running and no key in the ignition. My son went into the vehicle and accidentally hit the gear selector knocking the transmission in reverse. He got out of the car and it was rolling backwards. He attempted to stand behind the vehicle to stop it and was knocked clear of said vehicle. The vehicle rolled down a hill and into a house. The gear selector can be taken out of park with no key in the ignition and no foot on the brake pedal. Can't something be done to make chrysler correct this problem???*ak

Back of seat has broken freely and can easily move,. This is driver's seat. Has not contacted dealer.*ak

Consumer smelled fuel inside vehicle. Dealer found cracked fuel rail that spilled fuel onto engine manifold. *ak

Vehicle stalls at any speed/any time. Dealer cannot remedy problem. *ak the dealer replaced the crank sensor as a possible cause of the vehicle stalling. *yh

Consumer states driver seat belt retractor does not return and it gets caught in the door when it closes. This also prevents the door from fully closing and sometimes keeps the interior lights on. This in turn has led to the battery running down. *yd

Transmission replaced 8/97 @ 42525 miles. Transmission replaced 12/28/00 @ 91803 miles. This is unacceptable and chrylser should take accountability and recall a defective transmission. Currently requesting assistance from chrylser for repair costs associated with replacing 2nd transmission. Will take to small claims court if necessary.

Transmission shifts gears roughly, and it is starting to feel unsafe. *ak

I believe this is a safety issue.The 1st.Dealer(southern chrysler in lufkin tx) i took it to could not fix it.The 2nd.Dealer and where the vehicle was originaly purchased(mike perry motor co.)said they could fix it, but at a cost of $370.00.Since i have never tampered with it in anyway and most important is that it is a real safety issue,i believe it should be fixed by the dealer and at no cost to me. No safety defect listed in summary. *ak

Consumer took vehicle in for recall repairs on o-rings . When consumer picked up car there was a strong gas smell after recall was performed, consumer was charged the second time to see where the smell was coming from.

I purchased this car in '95 with an extended warranty for 7 years and 75,000 miles. The trasnmission has been replaced 5 times and the last two times have occurred since the 1st of august 2000. The last 16 months the car has had a problem of "slipping" the transmission into what is called "limp mode" which immediately shifts the car into low gear with no warning and it will fluctuate back into gear and into low gear until the car is stopped and restarted. I believe this car has a defect which cannot be fixed by the manufacturer and i believe it to be a safety hazard. When this limp mode porblem occurs the effects at low speeds are dramatic and it recently occurred while doing 60 miles an hour on the highway, which was extremely dangerous to myself and others. I am a father of two girls and i don't wish to leave my wife a young widow because i, the little guy, can't get a big dog like chrysler to fix or replace this car. The car has had two recalls, two blown air conditioning units and various other problems. *ak

While fuel tank was being filled, fuel was leaking. Consumer had taken vehicle to dealer. They removed fuel tank for repairs, and found that rubber hose was cracked. *ak

The air conditioning on the car leaks and smells. We bought the car used in 1996 and had it 6 months when it needed the complete transmission replaced. The air was recharged but continues to leak. We just put close to $2,000 into this used lemon and still have the air to fix and the alternator is going so we are told before we get stuck again. There is a loud wind coming from it now that was not there when we got the car. We just replaced the water pump and timing belt and the tension pulley. I wish chrysler would at least fix the air conditioning because that is another $700+ we just don't have now. I am on social security disability and can not afford to fix it. I have a heart problem that the air concitioning would help with in the hot summer months around cincinnati, but it has taken all our tax refund money which we had better uses for this year. Is there anything anyone can do to help us??? *ak

Recall 99v215/engine cradle. The parts were not available. *ak

Dealer still unable to honor manufacturer's recallconcerning engine cradle. Informed consumer that they were still waiting for the tools needed to make repairs. *ak

Consumer received recall 99v215000/engine cradle. A month ago. Called for appointment, and they didin't have part in. Dealer told consumer they would call him back. Consumer called on 16-mar-2000, a person at dealership stated that he was the one to call consumeer back. Consumer was concerned with consequences that could result.

While driving about 25 mph, driver began to accelerate. About 3 seconds later, a loud noise came from the front of the vehicle, the rpms revved up, and vehicle caught on fire in the tailpipe. All this happened without any kind of warning. In a matter of seconds. The vehicle will be totalled. Please provide any further informaiton.

Transmission completely failed at 68,000 miles. Chrysler agreed to pay 1/2 of the cost of new transmission. New transmission continues to have problems with slippage. *ak

The vehicle was out of control because the factory did not install bolts that secure tie rods to power steering piston. Yh

Abs braking light stayed on while driving, indicating a problem with the abs braking system. Dealer has seen vehicle, but said abs out of warranty *ak

Headlights would go out while driving at night intermittently, and it did not illuminate properly while on. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further informatiom.

While driving vehicle started to sputter. Took vehicle to dealership & was informed the fuel rail was leaking on the motor from the plastic line. The fuel rail needed to be replaced due to being cracked. *ak

Vehicle is breaking where body and motor connects. When turning, vehicle sways left and right. Please provide vin and additional information. *ak

Pe99044, intermittently while making a sharp turn, steering system loses all power which may result in a crash. Common problem. Car originally taken in for transmission , transmission was rebuilt. The day car was picked up, noticed problem with steering. *ak

While driving 50mp, another vehicle pulled in front. The lhs "t"-boned the other vehicle. Upon impact, neither air bags deployed. Driver/passenger sustained injuries & had emergency room treatment. Passenger suffered whiplash. Driver's chest suffered bruises. Vehicle towed to keith ford & placed in storage. The insurance adjuster will be checking vehicle out. *ak

Consumer received a recall/fuel leakage, upon having this defect repaired consumer has taken vehicle back to dealership 8 times. First time everything was replaced, repairs were done in february since then vehicle does not operate right, causing a number of other problems,.The vehicle is now over accelerating. Dealership's # market motor company---330-726-7030. Recall 98v-184000. *ak

The transmission disengages by itself when slowing down to exit off of a ramp after achieving highway speeds. The driver is "standing" at a light and the car will disengage, "jerk" back into gear, lunging the car into the intersection if the driver is not steady on the brake. Also, the lhs will, after coming off highway speeds for a period of time, or, if driving a slow speed for a period of time, say through a residential neighborhood, disengage, then lunge when it re-engages not allowing the transmission to switch to a higher gear, remaining in first gear until the car is turned off and re-started. I originally thought that the transmission was working in conjunction with the abs braking system. However, it is apparent that an unweary driver will not know how to respond to the transmission disengagement, possibly trying to accelerate past a car when the transmission is already disengaged and in neutral, causing a severe lung once the transmission re-engages. I have contacted the chrysler-mopar web-site to see if this transmission problem is re-occuring in other owner's cars; the response to the number of complaints on this transmission problem is evident throughout the last four years of this chrysler model. Thank you in advance for your time and attention to this matter.

Battery keeps running down and it is hard to start the vehicle. *ak

Consumer had difficulty with dealership when having recall repair (98v-184), additional items repaired as well as incorrect information on the invoice. Mjs

Car nice to look at but starting to smell like a lemon. No safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak

Need to know what to do. Transmission and tie rod nedd repaired. I can't afford to do it again. Help me, please.....

While sitting still in vehicle, vehicle accelerated. Was put in park with foot on brake, wheels started spinning, and vehicle took off during a funeral procession. Hit three other cars. Driver injured. Both air bags deployed. Vehicle was totalled. Dealer aware of the problem. *ak

While driving, the driver's seat collapsed without warning. The dealer was notified. *nlm. The bolts on the drivers seat broke in pieces. *ts *jb

Transmission failed. Mjs

Bolts that hold the rack and pinion steering were sheared or missing causing the driver to loose control of the vehicle.

Iac motor failed causing idle high and experience sudden acceleration. Nlm

Plenum gasket deteriorated causing air instead of fuel to be consumed, resulting in vehicle hesitating/stalling prior to recall.

Power steering rack being replaced again - 4th time; power steering pump being replaced again - 5th time; right strut assembly replaced twice; transmission leakag; tranmission replaced; right tie rod replaced; right stabilizer link replaced; replace ending serpentine drive belt; repair gas tank leak; repair ac connector & wires; replaced ac compressor; replaced water pump; replaced timing belt - both the dealer and chrysler have been contacted on many occasions - currently vehicle is at dealer again to replace power steering pump and rack; however claim that parts are on national back order - vehicle has been at dealer for almost 2 weeks - this vehicle is very defective and appears to be unrepairable - one more than one occasion i was driving this auto when power steering went and rack split - should i be expected to ever behind the wheel of this vehicle again?? *ak

Consumer awoke to a small fire in garage due to an electrical problem that occurred in the engine compartment. Dealer determined starter spring broke causing it to remain engaged while driving. *ak.Et.

Automatic transmission malfunctioned while driving which may cause loss of vehicle control. Transmission been replaced 2 times. Please provide further information.*ak

No summary.

Transmission would not change gears whenever vehicle is cold. *ak

In 1998 the head gasket cracked and was replaced the vehicle warranty had expired and the cost was 1500.00. Recently the engine light has come on and we have taken the car to the rice marko chrysler dealership in greensboro, nc. They were unable to determine the cause. We have seen white smoke coming from the rear of the car and have had problems with starting the car. We were advised by a local auto repair shop that specializes in exhaust problems that the head was probably the problem. And also the car jumps or slips out of gear. There have been other problems but these are the most significant. *ak

The consumer has been experiencing problems with fuel tank. Fuel tanks leaks while driving. Defects are described in recall number 98v184000. The manufacturer has yet to be contacted. *ak

Owner noticed that most of the time the light on the radio clock and cd player does not light up. The light stays off for weeks at a time. The radio and cd player continue to work, but there is no indication of this. The dealer is aware of this problem. The problem has not been corrected. *ak

High mounted brake light is an led display and costs $200.00. That is rediculously expensive for a safety item that should either last longer or be cheaper. Car was a demonstration vehicle, and i was not informed date put in service when i bought it - it was just out of warranty when this led burned out. In addition, the dealer wants 1 hour ($85) to diagnose this burned out light! Chrysler ought to be hung for turning a $2 light bulb into a $200 part. Can you help?

On the highway driving at 60mph with air conditioning on, engine stalled.Also, engine check light came on. Consumer contacted dealer. *ak

Bolt that holds the tensioner pulley to the block sheared off causing damage to the timing belt, water pump and a/c compressor.

Fuel rail replaced prior to recall due to gas smell/gas leak onto motor. (98v-184)

Timing belt and water pump failed.

A/c condensor leaking.

Lower control arm failed.

Transmission failed.

Power steering gear box seals cracked, causing a leak into the front struts and eats the gromet away, which may cause the front end to drop and may result in an accident. Been replaced 2 times. Please provide further information and vin#. *ak

Air conditioning compressor failed

All defects listed below were repaired satisfacty under warrentee except for the air conditioner. *ak

Tie rods broke twice. In addition, replaced transmission/premature wear of front brakes/comuter failure/driver's seat broke and check engine light came on/off. *ak

Upon acceleration the vehicle will hesitate and stall and cut off without prior warning, causing loss of all power. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer states the cause is due to the wiring which has shorted out. Please provide any further details. *ak

Engine stalls. *ak

Engine stalls.Car loses power. *ak

Abs brake failure, the rear disc rotors continue to warp, causing pulsation and extended stopping distance. *ak

Tie rod end and right stabilizer link replaced.

Auto has exhibited a consistent problem being a grinding noise accompanied by difficulty in steering. This problem manifests itself particularly in cold weather. Dealer has replaced: right strut assembly, right tie rod end, right stabilizer link, right upper strut mount - replaced the steering rack on two occasions and the steering pump on three occasions. Despite these efforts, the problem persists. I have been advised by a dealer mechanic that the car is unsafe to drive yet i cannot get chrysler corp. To remedy the problem.

Steering rack has been replaced three times.

Power steering pump replaced five times, steering rack replaced four times (two have cracked), however continues to have steering problems.

A fire caused by a defective multifunction switch. Fire caused loss of headlights and smoke in the cab. *ak

Sticking throttle caused vibration, rough shifting, and sudden acceleration.

Brake rotors warped three times, causing steering wheel to shudder/vibrate while braking. *ak

Had a failure in the power steering and caused it to pull sharply to the right while driving. Please describe. Tt

Vehicle losses power while driving at any speed. Tt

Abs system failure, when driving at 55 mph there is an intermittent brake loss. *ak

Speed up grading causes stumbling reaction. Yh

Headlights inadequate.

Front end and steering problems since the first day of ownership, several repair attempts however continues to experience loss of steering and noise.

Consumer unable to have recall repair 99v-215 of the lower control arm brackets performed due to lack of parts. Nlm

Transmission failed. *slc

I`ve had my transmission fixed 3 times and its going out again. The brakes have been replaced 3 times also the stabilizer bar, tie rods, and wheel bearings have been replaced on both sides. The car leaks oil and anti-freeze. The sun roof doesn`t close half the time, and the tail lights don`t work on the right side. Also on the highway one time all the water ran out of my car while i was driving. *ak

Fuel throttle sensor failed, causing vehicle to stall.

Front stabilizer links failed.

No summary

Brake rotors are inadequate/weak design causing poor braking ability on several occasions. Mjs

Transmission hesitates and slams into gear while slowing down, most problems occur during stop and go traffic when transmission is hot. Mjs

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

Took car to sparks chrysler/plymouth in concord, nc to have recall 99v215000 performed on 7/7/2000. Car has not handeld well since. Today, 2/24/2001, took car to sears to have struts, alignment and wheels rotated and balanced. Sears technician discovered that the bolt securing the lower control arm had not been replaced when the service was done.This could have had catastrophic consequences had something separated while the car was at speed.

Vehicle has had numerous problems inclucing: three transmission replacements, the air conditioner stopped blowing cool air, a "shimmy" in the steering wheel, a "clunking" in the front ent (tierod end bushings), and front rotors burned out.

Rear view mirrors failed. *et

Consumer not notified of recall 99v215 on the lower control arm attaching bracket. Nlm

The recall remedy has not sufficiently corrected the recall problem, the fuel injection delivery system continues to leak from the o-rings, recall number 98v184000. Took vehicle to dealer, but did not correct the problem to owner's satisfaction. *ak *ml

Nhtsa recall 99v215000 and manufacturer's recall 837/ engine cradle. No parts were available. *ak *ml

Pe 95 033; when going up an incline vehicle will experience a shimmy. Dealer claims it is due to faulty rack and pinion.*ak

Vehicle has been in the shop sixteen times for repair service. The power steering belt came off and the consumer lost control of the vehicle upon applying the brakes to stop. The water pump has been replaced. Also, the air conditioner unit has been worked on four times, and the dealer can't find the problem. Vehicle is still in the shop for the 17th time. *ak

Tie rod end broke between firewall and engine, causing loss of control. Dealer has been notified.*ak

The driver and passenger side beat belts failed to retract. Scc *jb

The vehicle oil pump and motor failed. *mr *ph *nlm

While driving driver's seat collapsed backward without warning. Related recall 03v035000, but consumer's vehicle not included due to vin. *ak

Clock spring in steering is defective, causing air bag/cruise control to malfunction.

Fuel rails failed, causing gas to leak onto the engine.

Transmission malfunction.

Transmission failed.

A/c evaporator failed.

Transmission problems experienced with leaking lines.

Vehicle has had numerous problems inclucing: three transmission replacements, the air conditioner stopped blowing cool air, a "shimmy" in the steering wheel, a "clunking" in the front ent (tierod end bushings), and front rotors burned out.

Cruise control failed. *et

Consumer used the cruise control, it cut off and when went back to start it again, the car accelerated. *ak

Pipe which connectes to steering column broke. Two bolts that held pipe broke causing steering wheel to come off . Owner notes that pipe should have been welded. *ak

Transmission seals were leaking, not allowing the vehicle to shift into gear . The dealer has repaired the vehicle. *ak

Vehicle has been in the shop sixteen times for repair service. The power steering belt came off and the consumer lost control of the vehicle upon applying the brakes to stop. The water pump has been replaced. Also, the air conditioner unit has been worked on four times, and the dealer can't find the problem. Vehicle is still in the shop for the 17th time. *ak

When driving at 50 mph and the brakes are applied pedal gose straight to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been contacted, and says that the brakes are fine. *ml

While traveling 40 mph and making a sudden stop as a result of an accident, hit a light pole, and air bag did not deploy. Manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information. *ak

While driving, at 50mph noticed vehicle vibrating violetly, then shake and bounce, fishtailing down hwy. On wet pavement, lost control, hit gaurd rail. *ak