1995 Chrysler Cirrus

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Complaints
369
Recalls
11

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 369 complaints 1995 369 1996: 160 complaints 1996 1997: 69 complaints 1997 1998: 69 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 99 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001
1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 369 complaints 1995 369 1996: 160 complaints 1996 1997: 69 complaints 1997 1998: 69 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 99 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001
1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 369 complaints 1995 369 1996: 160 complaints 1996 1997: 69 complaints 1997 1998: 69 complaints 1998 1999: 62 complaints 1999 2000: 99 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001

1995: 369 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19943
1995369
1996160
199769
199869
199962
200099
20011

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

40% · 146 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

18% · 68 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

While parked in the driveway vehicle rolled backwards into the street. As a result, an oncoming vehicle collided with consumer's vehicle. It was totaled. Two months later consumer received a recall notice for the trans axle floor shift.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-30

Our car will shift perfectly one day and don't want to shift the next second for np reason, we have replaced the modulator.. Coolant temp sensor.. We have also even recabliorated the shifting pattern and still have this problem..

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-27

Also filed under Electrical system and vehicle speed control

Engine and engine cooling

13% · 47 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

FIRE

Suspension

13% · 47 reports

Most commonly citing front and lower ball joint.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Electrical system

12% · 45 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and module.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, the consumer saw smoke coming from the tail end or somewhere in the rear of the automobile. Then, suddenly she saw fire and jumped out of the automobile and landed on the ground and had to be taken to the hospital.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-28

Safety timeline

11 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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    1995Complaint volume 369 complaints filed for this model year.
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    1996-04-22Engine and engine cooling96V006000 In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.

    Remedy: Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.

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    1996-06-10Service brakes, hydraulic96V075000 The brake master cylinder can leak brake fluid due to a damaged double lip rear piston seal.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylindr piston assembly.

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    1996-07-08Service brakes, hydraulic96V074000 Corrosion of the ABS hydraulic control unit can cause the solenoid valves to stick in the open position.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a plate and silicone grease injected into the solenoid cavity to eliminate the potential for this condition.

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    1997-03-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-09-29 Lower control arm ball joint failure
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    1997-09-29Engineering analysisClosed 1997-11-20 Lower control arm ball joint failure
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    1997-12-15Suspension97V201000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. If the cover seal leaks or the boot…

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    1998-03-30Seat belts98V063000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear seat belt anchor does not achieve the loading required by FMVSS No. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear seat belt outboard anchor floor attachments for proper positioning. If the anchor was improperly oriented, the orientation will be corrected.

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    1998-10-26Power train98V183000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The adjustment of the cable connecting the console shifter mechanism to the ignition key can cause a trapped key…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper operation of the system. Any vehicles that are not functional after the inspection will have the shift mechanism and cable replaced with a "Self-adjusting" Design.

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    2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation
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    2003-07-17Engineering analysisClosed 2004-01-30 Auto trans ignition-park interlock
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    2004-06-14Power train04V021000 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…

    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…

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    2006-10-06Fuel system, gasoline06E088000 Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between June 1 and September 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain…

    Remedy: Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2006. Owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E091000 Certain airtex fuel pump modules, p/nos. E7089m, E7094M, E7113M, and E7129M, manufactured between June 1 and September 24, 2006. These fuel pump modules were sold as aftermarket for use in certain…

    Remedy: Airtex will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact airtex toll-free at 1-866-867-3759.

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    2009-11-09Suspension09E056000 Qualis automotive is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles. The socket may have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the…

    Remedy: Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on November 9, 2009. Owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.

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    2011-01-28Suspension10E059000 Federal-mogul is recalling certain replacement control arm assemblies, part numbers K7425, 10945, FA4510X, K7427, 10946, and FA4611X, sold for use on various passenger vehicles listed above. The…

    Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on January 28, 2011. Owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Chrysler Cirrus — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 146 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 68 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 47 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 96V006000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 96V075000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 96V074000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 97V201000 · Suspension
  • Recall 98V063000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 98V183000 · Power train
  • Recall 04V021000 · Power train
  • Recall 06E088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 06E091000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 09E056000 · Suspension
  • Recall 10E059000 · Suspension

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Chrysler Cirrus have?
11 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.