Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (accelerator pedal, throttle, sudden acceleration, cruise control).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Chrysler Cirrus owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
RPM's running high, transmission slipping, rough idle, ABS light consistantly on even after inspection, gear slips when placing into park, while driving the car reversed on its own. Have complained and wanted into another car due to having this one on a 24 lease, they denied me and have had to drive it and with 3 children and myself in the car it is not safe, but is the only transportation we have. We need help resolving this problem.
Our car will shift perfectly one day and don't want to shift the next second for np reason, we have replaced the modulator.. Coolant temp sensor.. We have also even recabliorated the shifting pattern and still have this problem.. Is this going to keep happening or is there something I can do to fix it. We did a diagnostic on it and the transmission was good.. I don't know what else to do.?
Vehicle was in park with engine running, consumer applied brakes, and put vehicle in drive. Suddenly engine revved, and vehicle surged forward, pedal to floor. Vehicle hit a couple of curbs, went airborne about 32 ft, then, landed in a 15 ft deep ditch. Damage $ 666.00, no injuries.
While driving 20 MPH on the highway vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed on its own. The brakes would not slow the vehicle very much. Vehicle was eventually stopped, and was towed to a mechanics shop.
While driving ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing ABS light to come on and the brake pedal to travel to the floor, and vehicle acclerated which May have caused a crash. To stop vehicle, emergency parking brake had to be applied. Mechanic fixed an ABS right sensor. Problem is still occurring.ak
While driving 65-70mph on a flat surface and when trying to give acceleration, the accelerator pedal will stick when accelerating at high speeds and will be hard for the vehicle to decelerate. Dealer notified. The consumer states that the cruise control sticks also.
Consumer called complaining about having a problem the accelarator. Also stated that while she was reversing the vehicle accelarated on it's own hiting a chain of seven vehicles. Dealer was contacted and stated that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. Ph
While driving with cruise control activated, vehicle jerkes badly and makes a grinding noise, which May cause back injuries. Dealer cannot determine cause, but is aware of the problem. Please provide further information and VIN#.
While backing out from a parking lot car shot backwards. Pushed the other vehicle out of space, and then kept going. Driver used the emergency brake to stop vehicle, and put the car in park. Consumer contacted dealer.
Engine hestiates upon acceleration/no power. Feeling that vehicle will stall. Rough idling, almost causing loss of vehicle control, dealer replaced computer/idle speed control unit. Cannot determine problem.
Acceleration complaints in other Cirrus years
Frequently asked questions
How common are acceleration problems on the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus?
NHTSA has 35 complaints about the speed control & acceleration of the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, 9% of the model year's 369 complaints. The component named most often is cruise control (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Chrysler Cirrus acceleration problems?
No. NHTSA lists no speed control & acceleration recall for the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Chrysler Cirrus acceleration problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 57,000 miles, and 33% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 8 crashes, 0 fires and 4 injuries to speed control & acceleration problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.