MYRModel Year Report

2000 Chrysler LHS

▲ Better than typical
2000 Chrysler LHS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:19.899Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
83
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 324 complaints 1995: 148 complaints 1995 1996: 135 complaints 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1999: 165 complaints 2000: 83 complaints 2000 83 2001: 22 complaints 2002: 3 complaints 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 3 complaints
1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 324 complaints 1994 1995: 148 complaints 1995 1996: 135 complaints 1996 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 165 complaints 1999 2000: 83 complaints 2000 83 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004
1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 324 complaints 1994 1995: 148 complaints 1995 1996: 135 complaints 1996 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 165 complaints 1999 2000: 83 complaints 2000 83 2001: 22 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004

2000: 83 complaints

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YearComplaints
19932
1994324
1995148
1996135
199779
19983
1999165
200083
200122
20023
20031
20043

Known problem areas

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

Steering

31% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

CRASH
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Alarm system: when you get out of the vehicle and lock the doors by one of three methods (Keyswitch, electric lock buttons, or transmitter) and not manually lock the door(S), the red light on top the dash is supposed to start flashing and the alarm...

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-18

Structure

20% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing trunk lid and hinge and attachments.

INJURY
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The metal in the driver side door knob separated, and caused serious injuries to driver. Please provide more details. Ts

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-18

One crack started out as 2" Long hairline, but have gotten bigger and now it is across the passenger side dashboard. And right below is suppose to have the passenger side safety airbag.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-20

Also filed under Air bags

Air bags

8% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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While driving at 45 MPH vehicle crashed into a tree. Upon impact, none of the frontal airbags deployed. Driver sustained back and neck injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-12

Consumer was in a collision and air bags did not deploy, resulting in injuries. Dealer was not contacted at the time of this call. Ph.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-21

Air bag on the passenger side of 2000 lbs Chrysler, deployed while driving on a city road. Vehicle was traveling straight ahead, approximately 35MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-24

Suspension

8% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing macpherson strut and upper ball joint.

Tires

8% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing valve and tread/belt.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2000-03-01Seat belts00V033000 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.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2000-03-13Seat belts00V034000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (Atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2000-11-12Child seat00V366000 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…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

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  4. R
    2001-12-17Structure01V273000 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."

    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.…

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  5. I
    2003-02-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-09-02 Throttle control failure
  6. R
    2003-04-23Seats03V035000 On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Chrysler LHS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V033000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 00V034000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 00V366000 · Child seat
  • Recall 01V273000 · Structure
  • Recall 03V035000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2000 Chrysler LHS reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Chrysler LHS is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chrysler LHS?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chrysler LHS have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.