Body complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Splitting dashboard I noticed that is was a slight slit in the dashboard throughout the summer it started getting bigger, as time went on it has gotten almost half foot long. I paid to have it repaired it cracked again in the same spot, I tried to repair it myself and it didn't look too good so I took it in to have it repaired again and they told me that they were afraid to fix because it was near my airbag and did not won't to be responsible for any damages of the airbag so I left it alone. I am afraid that it May affect the function of my airbag. I would like to have the dashboard replaced but the dealership quoted me over $2000 to have this done and it is not in my budget.
While driving 40 MPH the driver noticed that the SRS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the front passenger air bag was defective and needed to be replaced. The chrome was peeling from the handle on the right front door and was replaced. The passenger seat air bag squib had an open fault.
There was a problem with the front end of the car before I bought it, I was told by the dealer that everything was checked and all it needed was a rotate and tire balance.a few months later I take it in to have it checked becuase it has gotten worse. All left turns would make the driver side slam down like I hit a pothole and it made teribble noises going over bumps. A different dealer told me I needed four new tie rods and a rack & pinion. I had those replaced, the tie rods were not under warranty, I also had the ac compressor, transmission service,and transmission cooler lines replaced. The repairs did not make a difference, and the service department tells me oh we should have told you about the other problems,cradle bushings and sway bar links. I knew this service depatment was not worth the troubles so I took the car to my personal mechanic. …
One crack started out as 2" long hairline, but have gotten bigger and now it is across the passenger side dashboard. And right below is suppose to have the passenger side safety airbag. Have called several places to find out how to get it fixed/ replaced - the only answer I get was Chrysler has stopped manufacturing the dashboard, so answer is to cover it up. I feel that Chrysler should replace the dashboards as there seem to be so many complaints about them. These car manufacturers waits for couple causalities before they wake up and the do something about it. Being proactive is an issue for them! Seems like dashboard crack is Chrysler's expertise in general, have also found complains on their 300m at http://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysler/300m/2000/accessories-interior/cracked_dashboard.shtml.
Dash is splitting where air bag goes I bought car oct. 1999 I only had 10,200 miles on it, sits in garage when not driven. I feel this is a safety issue will it deploy accidentally on my passenger for no reason or not deploy at all. I felt it's a mfg. Error and it should be replaced. They will for a 250.00 fee which I don't think is right. They never return your calls . ( auto west Chrysler in roseville, ca. ) I've also talk to there cs in mich. File#11761879. One service mangerroseville said the 1999 Chrysler lsh dash had a problem with this issue -- it's a $35,000 car. I don't think this should happen. I had taken a extended warranty out but I guess it doesn't cover this problem .
The piston that holds the truck lid open or up failed. The trunk on this model is very heavy, so it dropped very fast. My wife was unloading some luggage and only just was able to pull her arm out as the lid fell. Had it hit her, it would have broken her arm or possible severed a hand or fingers.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 Chrysler LHS. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and steer to the right and left without warning. The contact stated that the subframe bushings of the vehicle were deteriorated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Upon test driving this vehicle I noted to the salesman that the brakes felt like they woudnt stop the car -they set up an appointment to check the brakes and relpace the hood shocks -upon keeping the appointment they replaced the hood shocks and let my wife leave w/o checking the brakes -a Dodge technician told me Chrysler has that no stop type of effect when they install value line brake pads-this concerns me -we now have a car we havnt made a payment on yet and now its close to totaled-others I know w/ this body style has experienced similar stopping problem-also it hit hard enough to brake the wheel assymbly and axle on right front and jambded both pass. …
Related recalls (1)
Structure › Frame and members
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Remedy: Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler LHS years have body problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 1999 (16), 2000 (16), 1995 (7), 1996 (7) and 2001 (7) model years. Body complaints make up 10% of all complaints for the 1999.
Is there a recall for Chrysler LHS body problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 01V-273 (frame and members, Aug 2, 2001). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chrysler LHS body problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 66,000 miles; 37% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the body › trunk lid (9 mentions), followed by the body › hood (9).
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.