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2001 Chrysler LHS problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2001 Chrysler LHS sits mid-pack among LHS years: 31 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 67, with 3 recalls and one closed investigation.

Airbags leads the complaint categories with 8 reports (26% of the total).

31

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other LHS years?

LHS NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 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, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Chrysler LHS problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags826%
Body & Structure723%
Electrical System619%
Lighting26%
Steering26%
Speed Control13%
Visibility & Wipers13%
Engine13%
Fuel System13%
Seat Belts13%
Seats13%

Does the 2001 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

3 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 CHRYSLER LHS. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE DID NOT YIELD TO THE RIGHT OF WAY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SLAMMED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR SIDE OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT'S SUSTAINED MINOR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 11, 2019 · crash

“FOUR SUB FRAME BUSHINGS HAD TO REPLACED. THIS COULD HAVE EFFECTED THE STEERING AND THE TRANSMISSION. IN ITS PRESENT STATE IT COULD CAUSE THESE PARTS TO LOCK UP. VEHICLE HAD 39,028 MILES ON IT. CONSUMER HAD THE REPAIRS DONE BY AN AFTER MARKET MECHANIC. CURRENTLY, MANUFACTURER WILL NOT REIMBURSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 18, 2004

“KEY IN IGNITION WON'T TURN- LOCKSMITH SAYS HE SEES A LOT OF NEW CHRYSLER CARS WITH THIS PROBLEM. BURRS ON CYLINDERS IN IGNITION. 1ST TIME THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY AND WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. HAPPENED AGAIN IN AUGUST 2003 AND SAME LOCKSMITH SHOWED US HOW TO HIT ON KEY TO GET IT TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 30, 2002

“I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY PARKING TURNING MY SQUEAKY STEERING WHEEL AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. I HAVE ALMOST HAD SEVERAL ACCIDENTS BECAUSE THEN MY HORN STOPPED WHEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. SO I CHECKED THE CRUISE CONTROL THAT DON'T WORK EITHER NOW NONE OF THE BUTTONS BEHIND THE STEERING WHEEL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · November 10, 2014

“2001 CHRYSLER LHS HEADLIGHT LENSES HAVE CLOUDED AND REDUCED NIGHTTIME VISIBILITY. THIS IS SOMETHING THAT SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED, AS IT CAN BE DANGEROUS AT NIGHT. *NM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · March 7, 2005

2001 Chrysler LHS — common questions

Is the 2001 Chrysler LHS reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 31 NHTSA complaints, below the typical LHS year, with 3 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2001 LHS problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (8 complaints), body & structure (7 complaints), electrical system (6 complaints).

Does the 2001 Chrysler LHS have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2001 Chrysler LHS. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2001 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.