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2000 Chrysler LHS problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 115 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median LHS year — the 2000 model ranks #5 of 12 LHS years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across steering (26), body & structure (17), and tires & wheels (13), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

115

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

1

Investigations

7

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other LHS years?

LHS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 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, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Chrysler LHS problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering2623%
Body & Structure1715%
Tires & Wheels1311%
Electrical System76%
Suspension76%
Airbags76%
Transmission65%
Latches & Locks65%
Visibility & Wipers54%
Engine43%
Seats33%
Brakes33%
Other33%
Lighting22%
Speed Control22%
Seat Belts22%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%
Fuel System11%

Does the 2000 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

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

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.

01V273000Body & StructureAugust 2, 2001 · 282,470 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IF THE OCCUPANT'S HEAD WERE TO CONTACT THE B-PILLAR.

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. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 17, 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.

00V366000Child SeatNovember 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

00V033000Seat BeltsFebruary 4, 2000 · 7,580 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE MOLDING FLASH ON THE PRIMARY LEVER MAY PREVENT THE OPERATION OF THE G-LOCK AND TILT LOCK FUNCTIONS ON SOME OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE RETRACTORS.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS IN A FRONTAL CRASH SITUATION, DRIVER PROTECTION FROM THE SEAT BELT MAY BE REDUCED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT FRONT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES.

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.

“2000 LHS STEERING MECHANISM RUPTURED AND CAUSED CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. *TS THE MANUFACTURER DENIED THE CONSUMERS CLAIM STATING THEY DIDN'T FIND AND DEFECTS IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. *JB”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · February 12, 2006 · crash

“BOTH OF THE MY FRONT DOORS DO NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. NOT ONLY MY CAR BUT I KNOW OF SOME OTHER PEOPLE THAT I TALKED TO WITH THE SAME PROBLEM TO MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME THING HAPPENING TO THEIR CAR. NOW THAT IS VERY DANGEROUS,SOMETHING COULD HAPPEN AND A PERSON WOULD BE TRAPPED INSIDE AND NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 7, 2010

“FRONT LEFT WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AT 35 MPH FROM THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. TAKEN TO SHOP FOR CHECKUP AND REPAIR.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · December 3, 2004 · crash

“STEERING ISSUES, NOISE IN WHEEL AREA WHILE DRIVING, LOSS OF TRACTION CONTROL AND ABS, TIE RODS TO BE REPLACED, PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL, VEHICLE SHIFTS HEAVY WHILE ROLLING OVER A BUMP, DOME LIGHTS GO ON SPORADICALLY, FUEL GAUGE DROPS TO E AND GOES BACK UP ALL THE TIME, TIRES WORN AND THEY WERE BRAND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 23, 2007

“I WAS INVOLVED IN A THREE CAR ACCIDENT. THE CAR I WAS DRIVING WAS A 2000 CHRYSLER LHS. I T-BONED A CAR RESULTING IN BOTH CARS BEING TOTALED. THE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF MY CAR WAS EXTENSIVE: HOOD, FENDERS, FRONT END, AND RADIATOR ALL DESTROYED. NEITHER OF THE TWO FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 15, 2010 · crash

2000 Chrysler LHS — common questions

Is the 2000 Chrysler LHS reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 115 complaints put the 2000 model at #5 of 12 LHS years. It is one of the LHS years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 LHS problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (26 complaints), body & structure (17 complaints), tires & wheels (13 complaints).

Does the 2000 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Chrysler LHS. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 Chrysler LHS under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation 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.