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1999 Chrysler LHS problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 218 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.2 times the median LHS year — the 1999 model ranks #3 of 12 LHS years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 59 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across speed control (26), electrical system (25), and steering (22), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

218

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

2

Investigations

35

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

59

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other LHS years?

LHS NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted509 complaints1993: 2 complaints1994: 509 complaints1995: 252 complaints1996: 185 complaints1997: 105 complaints1998: 5 complaints1999: 218 complaints2000: 115 complaints2001: 31 complaints2002: 3 complaints2003: 2 complaints2004: 3 complaints
LHS NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1999 Chrysler LHS problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control2612%
Electrical System2511%
Steering2210%
Tires & Wheels199%
Body & Structure167%
Airbags157%
Engine146%
Lighting136%
Transmission115%
Visibility & Wipers105%
Seats105%
Brakes84%
Suspension73%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)63%
Other52%
Latches & Locks42%
Seat Belts42%
Fuel System31%

Does the 1999 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

04V021000TransmissionJanuary 13, 2004 · 2,315,768 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

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.

03V035000SeatsFebruary 5, 2003 · 1,066,000 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

01V119000Seat BeltsApril 11, 2001 · 161,682 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

IF THE RETRACTOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, IT WILL NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECT OCCUPANTS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy

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.

00V034000Seat BeltsFebruary 4, 2000 · 204,000 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHOULDER BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER MOUNTING BOLTS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION. CAUSE UNKNOWN. *AK THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED IN REVERSE ON ITS OWN NUMEROUS TIMES CAUSING ACCIDENTS. *YH ON ONE OCCASION, THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION CAUSED A 6 CAR COLLISION, CONSUMER IS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · December 6, 1998 · crash

“CONSUMER STATES THAT THE STARTER CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING 35-40 MPH. LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT AND STATE POLICE ARRIVED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*JB”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 12, 2002 · fire

“IN DEC 2002, THE RACK IN PINION SYSTEM IN MY CHRYSLER LHS STARTED TO LEAK AND CAUSED A FIRE WHICH RESULTED IN A TOTAL LOST. THE CAR BURNED UP N MINUTES. WE DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND THAT CHRYSLER HAS HAD SOME PROBLEMS IN THE PAST WITH RACK IN PINNIONS BUT HAS NEVER DONE ANYTHING ABOUT THE, ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 26, 2003 · fire

“1999 CHRYSLER LHS - DRIVER HYDROPLANED IN THE MIDDLE LANE BEFORE STRIKING THE INSIDE MEDIAN WALL. *NJ THE REAR TIRES WERE WORN AND THEY HAD UNEVEN PATTERN WEAR. OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT 10-0555-90. *JB”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · August 7, 2008 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH PLASTIC MOLDING TRIM WHICH WAS MOUNTED ON THE HOOD FLEW OFF. AS A RESULT, THE MOLDING TRIM HIT THE WINDSHIELD AND CAUSED A CHIP ON DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW. WHILE AT THE DEALERSHIP, WAS SENT TO SERVICE MANAGER AND THEN TO BODY SHOP. WAS INFORMED THAT MOLDING BROKE OFF DUE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 12, 2004

1999 Chrysler LHS — common questions

Is the 1999 Chrysler LHS reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 218 complaints put the 1999 model at #3 of 12 LHS years. It is one of the LHS years to avoid.

What are the most common 1999 LHS problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are speed control (26 complaints), electrical system (25 complaints), steering (22 complaints).

Does the 1999 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 1999 Chrysler LHS. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1999 Chrysler LHS under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chrysler LHS years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the LHS years to avoid are 1994, 1995, 1999, 1996, 2000, 1997. The cleanest record among LHS years belongs to 2003.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.