1999 Chrysler LHS problems & reliability
165 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Chrysler LHS, alongside 4 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
17 complaints report injuries (39 injured).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 1999 Chrysler LHS vehicles were involved in 2 fatal crashes with 2 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 15% |
| Steering | 22 | 13% |
| Electrical System | 19 | 12% |
| Structure | 16 | 10% |
| Air Bags | 14 | 8% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 8% |
| Power Train | 11 | 7% |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 6% |
| Visibility | 10 | 6% |
| Equipment | 9 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Mileage when problems occurred
Half of the failures with a reported odometer reading occurred by 60,000 miles (middle 50% between 40,410 and 82,150 miles), based on 63 complaints that included mileage.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler lhs. After the vehicle was started, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. In addition, the horn and cruise control failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the clock spring assembly failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…”
Air Bags · filed Apr 20, 2017
“Interior lights go on and off,instrument panel,blinks,while driving. Alarm goes off for no reason. I've had to replace 3 batteries,as it seems there is a drain in the system somewhere that knowone can find. Its sitting dead once again in front of house. Barely touch cables to battery extended connections and it will…”
Exterior Lighting · filed Nov 14, 2016
“Takata recall I have just spent $435 to replace the starter assembly in my chrysler. Had just purchased a new battery. The car only has 60k miles on it. Has there been any recalls for this issue? That seems fairly low miles for a starter replacement.”
Electrical System · filed Mar 2, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- AUTO TRANS IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK
Engineering Analysis EA03011 · opened Jul 17, 2003 · closed Jan 30, 2004 · led to recall 04V021000
- THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE
Preliminary Evaluation PE03010 · opened Feb 27, 2003 · closed Sep 2, 2003
Technical service bulletins
147 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Chrysler LHS. The 10 most recent:
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-003-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
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9003623 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 16, 2016
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 1999 Chrysler LHS has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1999 Chrysler LHS?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.
- · Owners most often reported problems around 60,000 miles — budget accordingly if the car is approaching that mileage.