2000 Chrysler Cirrus recalls and problems

The 2000 Chrysler Cirrus has 5 safety recalls and 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chrysler dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

18 / 23

Injuries / deaths

16 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Chrysler Cirrus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Chrysler Cirrus recalls

Recall 06V-001: Steering

Reported Jan 5, 2006 · 216,299 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.

Risk: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 00V-366: Child Seat

Reported Nov 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: 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.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

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

Recall 00V-196: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jul 17, 2000 · 3,400 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.

Risk: Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.

Fix: Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.

Recall 00V-066: Equipment

Reported Mar 2, 2000 · 17,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with incorrect child lock instruction labels.

Risk: The incorrect labels could cause confusion as to whether the childproof safety lock was activated.

Fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels.

Recall 00V-067: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Mar 2, 2000 · 38 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.

Risk: The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps.

2000 Chrysler Cirrus problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Steering	29
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	20
Electrical System	14
Air Bags	9
Engine and Engine Cooling	8
Fuel System, Gasoline	7
Suspension	7
Tires	6
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Visibility	4
Seat Belts	3
Wheels	3

Most reported parts

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Hose, Piping, and Connections — 14
Air Bags › Frontal — 7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 7
Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 3
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum › Shoes/Linings — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 2
Wheels › Rim — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 85,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Chrysler Cirrus complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · at 52,000 miles · reported Jun 2, 2021

The contact owns a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would shake and the vehicle was difficult to keep in the lane. Additionally, there was an abnormal sound while driving over bumps in the roadway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ball joints were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.

Engine · at 130,000 miles · reported Jun 26, 2017

On may 31, 2017, I drove my 2000 chrysler cirrus car approx 2 miles to a store and parked in the store lot and then as I went to shut my car off, I saw alot of smoke coming from under my car hood so I shut car off and got out of my car and then lifted my hood and saw that my engine was in engulfed in flames so I immediately shut the hood and started to run away from my car. By then someone who saw all the smoke had called police to the scene and fire trucks came soon after the police arrived and fireman put the fire out. My car had to be towed to dom balducci's car care and was left there for…

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 63,000 miles · reported Nov 27, 2015

The contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that after parking, the vehicle failed to restart without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel hose fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000.

Electrical System · at 184,900 miles · reported Nov 9, 2015

Car will cut off while car is either decelerating or stationary. Oil light will come on. Periodically the check engine light will appear too but mechanic checked diagnostic computer codes nothing is wrong. Very scary experiences while driving in rush hour traffic on highway and several city streets. No prewarning lights.

Steering · at 200,000 miles · reported Sep 17, 2015

The contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus: 06V-001 (steering), 00V-366 (child seat), 00V-196 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-066 (equipment), 00V-067 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus?

Owners report steering problems most often (29 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (20). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 85,500 miles.

Are Chrysler recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chrysler dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.