1999 Chrysler LHS: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
152 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
60,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1999 model year. Data snapshot: . 63 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Vehicle Speed Control is the most frequently named component, appearing in 18 of 152 complaints (11.8%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 24 | 15.8% |
| Braking behavior | 14 | 9.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 13 | 8.6% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 11 | 7.2% |
| Engine operation | 7 | 4.6% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 0.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission | 9 |
| Steering | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 7 |
| Wheels:Rim | 7 |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 6 |
Vehicle Speed Control: 18; Power Train:Automatic Transmission: 9; Steering: 9; Electrical System: 8; Air Bags: 7; Structure:Body:Hood: 7; Wheels:Rim: 7; Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner: 6
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 13 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 23 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 13 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 7 |
| 150,000 and above | 2 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 13; 50,000 to 74,999: 23; 75,000 to 99,999: 13; 100,000 to 149,999: 7; 150,000 and above: 2
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (23). 89 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 |
2000: 9; 2001: 16; 2002: 18; 2003: 31; 2004: 27; 2005: 14; 2006: 8; 2007: 4; 2008: 7; 2009: 5; 2010: 2; 2011: 2; 2012: 4; 2014: 1; 2016: 2; 2017: 2
Pattern summary
Vehicle Speed Control leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 24 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 14 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 13 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10001177 · 2002-12-18 (December 18, 2002)
THE CONSUMER IS CONCERN ABOUT THE SLIDING REAR DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. THE LOCKS ARE ELECTRICAL PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. TS *DT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10001177 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10001716 · 2002-12-31 (December 31, 2002)
CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SEAT HEATER IS TO HOT CAUSING THE HEATER TO BURN A HOLE INTO THE DRIVER SEAT. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10001716 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10003167 · 2003-01-22 (January 22, 2003)
DEFECTIVE HOOD MOLDING (PART NUMBER 4805004AB) . WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN, FOR NO REASON, THE HOOD MOLDING BROKE LOOSE, BOUNCED OFF THE WINDSHIELD AND ONTO THE ROAD BEHIND US. STARTLING DRIVER SO BADLY THAT THEY DROVE OFF THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEED. CHRYSLER WAS CONTACTED, THEIR RESPONSE IS AS FOLLOWS: THANK YOU FOR YOUR EMAIL TO DAIMLERCHRYSLER REGARDING YOUR 1999 CHRYSLER LHS. I REGRET YOUR DISSATISFACTION IN YOUR LHS AND APPRECIATE THE TIME AND EFFORT YOU TOOK TO BRING THIS MATTER TO MY ATTENTION. COMMENTS LIKE YOURS AR…
Owner-reported narrative. 54,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10003167 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10007533 · 2003-02-15 (February 15, 2003)
CHANGE HEADLIGHT BULBS BY TAKING OFF THE FRONT BUMPER. PH
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10007533 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10007599 · 2003-02-16 (February 16, 2003)
OCCASIONALLY WHILE DRIVIIG WITH HEADLIGHTS ON, (DAY OR NIGHT) ALL DASH RELATED LIGHTS JUST START FLICKERING. IT WILL CONTINUE SPORADICALLY FOR SOME BRIEF OR EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME (LESS THAN A MINUTE OR AS LONG AS 10 TO 15 MINUTES). MY CONCERN IS A POSSIBLE SHORT EXISTS WHICH COULD EITHER SHUT DOWN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR CREATE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE IN THE VEHICLE.
Owner-reported narrative. 43,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10007599 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10009181 · 2003-02-24 (February 24, 2003)
THE DRIVER BACK SEAT COLLAPSED, WHICH ALMOST CAUSED CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 61,900 miles reported. Look up ODI 10009181 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10010901 · 2003-03-23 (March 23, 2003)
I AM CONCERNED THERE MAY BE A PROBLEM WITH MY WIRING IN MY 1999 CHRYSLER LHS, I HAVE REPLACED FUSES, TWO RADIATOR FANS, AND MY HEAT ON MY SEAT DOES NOT WORK, MY CLIMATE CONTROL PANEL WILL NOT WORK AND A FRIEND OF MINE THAT OWNS A 300M HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS, I THINK THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL TO CHECK THE WIRE HARNESS. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 107,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10010901 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10010970 · 2003-03-24 (March 24, 2003)
SPEED CONTROL/TRANSAXLE. 2ND OCCURRENCE. 1ST WITH 98 CHRYLSER CONCORDE. 2ND WITH THIS PAST SATURDAY, 3-22-03. WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE GOES OUT, YOU ARE LEFT WITH ONLY 1ST AND REVERSE. ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE TECH AT HEMET CHRYSLER, IT HAPPENS MORE THAN IT SHOULD. IF IT GOES OUT WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, IT IMMEDIATELY SHIFTS THE CAR INTO 1ST AND YOU ALMOST COME TO AN ABRUPT HALT. NO ACCIDENT, BUT IT COULD RESULT IN ONE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND WOULD PROBABLY HIT IN THE REAR WITH THE SUDDEN DECELERATION IN SPEED. *JB
Owner-reported narrative. 64,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10010970 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
4 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
00V034000 · Seat Belts
Reported: 2000-02-04 (February 4, 2000)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗01V119000 · Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
Reported: 2001-04-11 (April 11, 2001)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗03V035000 · Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
Reported: 2003-02-05 (February 5, 2003)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗04V021000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
Reported: 2004-01-13 (January 13, 2004)
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.
NHTSA campaign record ↗