2001 Chrysler LHS recalls and problems

The 2001 Chrysler LHS has 3 safety recalls and 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chrysler dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
22
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Chrysler LHS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Chrysler LHS recalls

Recall 03V-035: Seats

Reported Feb 5, 2003 · 1,066,000 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 01V-273: Structure

Reported Aug 2, 2001 · 282,470 vehicles affected · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION

Problem: 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."

Risk: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.

Fix: 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.

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.

2001 Chrysler LHS problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags8
Structure7
Electrical System6
Exterior Lighting2
Steering2
Seat Belts1
Seats1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Visibility/Wiper1

Most reported parts

  • Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly — 1
  • Electrical System › Ignition › Module — 1
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 1
  • Structure › Body › Trunk Lid — 1
  • Air Bags › Frontal — 1
  • Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner — 1
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 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 2001 Chrysler LHS complaints

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

Air Bags · at 159,000 miles · reported Sep 27, 2019
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 injuries and bruising to the head and both arms. The contact sustained a concussion. Medical attention was not received. A police report was filed. The contact drove home and the insurance company towed the vehicle to their location where it was deemed destroyed. The dealer and manufacturer were not made…
Air Bags · at 65,767 miles · reported Nov 30, 2016
Airbag clock spring defect! How many complaints need to filed before NHTSA responds to a major safety issue and investigates this for a possible recall? According to their guide lines, there is no specific number. Maybe they should consider all other vehicles manufactured by chrysler in 2001, in the same group size but different models, I.e. Intrepid, concorde etc. And this doesn't include cars that people had fixed and or, cars no longer in service who's owners are not aware that it is a safety issue because it's out of warranty. Why are all of the other year and model cars from 1998 to…
Air Bags · at 96,000 miles · reported May 21, 2015
I bought the car in 2005 and recently the airbag light has come on and remains on and I cannot get my horn to work. I also smell gas in the winter when starting the car (Have been to several places to find a leak). Visibility wipers are not working properly.
Air Bags · at 115,000 miles · reported Mar 19, 2015
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 work. I did my research and it seems it's the clockscrew!! How do I get this part????
Air Bags · reported May 8, 2014
The clockspring on this model is defective and needs to be replaced. After trying to order the part for repairs from numerous distributors and dealers, it was determined that chrysler has not released an order to make and distribute the part! This is going on over 2 years for our vehicle and possibly longer for other owners of the same model. This part is vital to the safety of the driver, it's passengers and the operation of the vehicle, because it controls the airbag, turn signals and horn!!! The vehicle is unsafe in this condition and posses a possible risk to the driver and passengers in…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Chrysler LHS have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Chrysler LHS: 03V-035 (seats), 01V-273 (structure), 00V-366 (child seat). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chrysler LHS?

Owners report air bags problems most often (8 reports), followed by structure (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 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.