1997 Chrysler Cirrus problems
The Chrysler Cirrus is a mid-sized 4-door notchback sedan introduced by Chrysler motors for the 1995 model year. Built on the Chrysler JA platform, the 4-door notchback sedan joined Chrysler's roster of "Cloud Car" models drawing their names from meteorological terms, including the mid-priced Dodge Stratus it was based on introduced at the same time, and the low-priced Plymouth Breeze variant a year later.
Design
Development of the Cirrus started in 1991, with the goal of creating an affordable, expressive-looking, fun-to-drive vehicle that was still safe enough to transport an everyday family.
The concept car designed for the 1992 auto show circuit featured rear suicide doors and a 400 hp (298 kW; 406 PS) turbocharged 3.0 L two-stroke engine using alcohol fuel. The concept also foreshadowed a hood-line with almost no break with the windshield to improve aerodynamics.
Both the concept and production model used the Chrysler Corporation's new cab-forward design, which was launched on the larger LH sedans in 1992. This three-box design was characterized by a large passenger cabin in proportion to a comparatively short hood and trunk, highlighted by a long, dramatically slanted windshield and short overhangs. Pushing the wheels further to the corners of the body created a much larger cabin than most other similarly sized vehicles of that time.
The a four-door notchback sedan was designed with flowing lines with no distinct beginning or end, but almost resembled a two-box fastback. Design work was done during 1991, with the final version moved on for production by 1992.
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Common 1997 Chrysler Cirrus problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus, several common problems have been identified:
- Engine Shuts Off While Driving: This issue has been reported in the 1995 Cirrus, with two complaints. The engine unexpectedly shuts off while the vehicle is in motion, posing a serious safety concern. This problem can lead to sudden loss of power and control, potentially causing accidents or breakdowns on the road.
- Engine Will Not Turn Over: Owners of the 1995 Cirrus have reported two complaints regarding the engine's failure to turn over. This problem indicates issues with starting the engine, which can be frustrating and inconvenient for drivers, especially during critical situations like getting stranded in unfavorable locations.
- Engine Stalls When Slowing Down: In the 1998 Cirrus, two complaints have been made about the engine stalling when slowing down. This issue can be dangerous, especially in traffic or intersections, as sudden stalling can lead to rear-end collisions or other accidents due to the loss of power and control.
- Horn Goes Off on Its Own: Two complaints have been registered for the 2000 Cirrus regarding the horn going off spontaneously. This problem can be disruptive, annoying, and may even lead to issues with neighbors, as well as draining the car's battery if it continues to sound without reason.
- Difficulties Starting: The 1998 Cirrus has two complaints related to difficulties starting the vehicle. Starting problems can be frustrating and unreliable, causing inconvenience and potential safety risks, especially in emergency situations where immediate vehicle operation is necessary.
These common problems reported by owners of the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus highlight various issues that can affect the safety, reliability, and overall driving experience of the vehicle. Addressing these issues promptly through proper diagnosis and repair is crucial to ensure the optimal performance and safety of the car.
What happened to the Chrysler Cirrus?
The Cirrus replaced the Chrysler LeBaron in 1995 and was replaced in its turn by the the Chrysler Sebring sedan in 2000. The Chrysler Cirrus represents a period in the 1990s when Chrysler was striving to redefine itself with innovative designs and improved quality.
What kind of car is a Cirrus?
The Chrysler Cirrus is a mid-sized 4-door notchback sedan introduced by Chrysler motors for the 1995 model year.
What year did the Chrysler Cirrus come out?
The new j8 cars were nothing short of a revolutionary change in the mid-sized sedan segment 1995 marked the initial model year for the Chrysler Cirrus. Over at Dodge dealerships. The stratus also went
Was the Chrysler Cirrus a good car?
The 2000 Chrysler Cirrus has an average owner rating of 3.20 out of 5 which ranks it #17 of 18 other Midsize Cars.
What happened to the Chrysler Cirrus?
The Cirrus replaced the Chrysler LeBaron in 1995 and was replaced in its turn by the the Chrysler Sebring sedan in 2000. The Chrysler Cirrus represents a period in the 1990s when Chrysler was striving to redefine itself with innovative designs and improved quality.
What kind of car is a Cirrus?
The Chrysler Cirrus is a mid-sized 4-door notchback sedan introduced by Chrysler motors for the 1995 model year.
Was the Chrysler Cirrus a good car?
The 2000 Chrysler Cirrus has an average owner rating of 3.20 out of 5 which ranks it #17 of 18 other Midsize Cars.
Does Chrysler still exist?
The auto company that some Americans may still refer to as Chrysler became part of a conglomerate called Stellantis NV (STLA), based in the Netherlands, on Jan. 16, 2021. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles ("FCA") officially merged with PSA Group, owner of the Peugeot automobile brand, at that time.
1997 Chrysler Cirrus car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Cirrus problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Chrysler Cirrus vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1997 Chrysler Cirrus
The NHTSA has received 77 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1997 Chrysler Cirrus vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-17
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H3VN
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: AT FIRST I HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE THAT GRADUALLY TURNED INTO A GRINDING NOISE. AFTER HAVING MY BRAKE PADS REPLACED AND FRONT DRIVER SIDE CALIPER REPLACED, THE GRINDING NOISE TURNED INTO A METAL ON METAL GRIND WITH A PECULIAR METAL SMELL WHICH RESULTED IN SOMETHING CEASING UP (ONLY WAY TO DESCRIBE HOW TIGHT THE TIRES WERE ROLLING AND HOW TIGHT THE STEERING WAS). IT WAS THE LOWER ARM AND BALL JOINT SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, ALL OF THIS WAS DISCOVERED WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET AT A SPEED OF 20 MPH, WE WERE ABLE TO ACCESS THE PROBLEM BETTER WHEN WE JACKED UP THE FRONT END AND REMOVED THE TIRE AND BRAKES ON THE DRIVER FRONT SIDE.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-07
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 CHRYSLER CIRRUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR SWUNG OPEN ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO SCREW IN THE BOLT THAT HELD THE LATCH INTO PLACE. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF SOMEONE FALLING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-12-10
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H2VN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 CHRYSLER CIRRUS. THE LIGHT ON THE ODOMETER GAUGE ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL STOPPED WORKING. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS, THE ENTIRE LIGHTING ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL FAILED. THE HORN ALSO BEGAN BLOWING WITHOUT APPLICATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE STEERING COLUMN ALONG WITH THE HORN SWITCH. TWO WEEKS AFTER THE REPAIR THE FUSE FAILED WHEN USING THE HORN. THE DEALER REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH, BUT UPON FURTHER INSPECTION SHE NOTICED THAT THE CRANK SHAFT POSITION SENSOR HAD MELTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS ELECTRICAL SINCE NONE OF THE REPAIRS HAVE REMEDIED THE FAILURE, AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNDER 45,000 . THE CURRENT WAS 99,877.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-09
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAVE A 1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. IT HAS THE "WOBBLE OF DEATH", SO CALLED DUE TO ITS VIOLENT SHAKING OF THE FRONT END. I HAVE SEARCHED IT ONLINE AND FOUND MANY CASES OF THE SAME. I AM AWARE THAT THE VEHICLE IS OVER 10 YEARS OLD, BUT THE MANUFACTURE HAS BEEN WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE "WOB" HAS AFFECTED VEHICLES AS OLD AS 1994. I AM NOT SURE IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT CAN BE DONE BUT I FEEL LIKE I NEED TO TRY. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-13
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H5VN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY CAR IS A RECALL AN LIKE TO KNOW WERE CAN I TAKE IT TO GET FIXED. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-18
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C3EJ56HXVN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: OWNED A 1997 CHRYSLER CIRRUS. PUT CAR IN REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF DRIVEWAY WHEN CAR ACCELERATED TO AN INCREDIBLE SPEED WITHIN SECONDS. CAR SHOT OUT OF DRIVEWAY, ACROSS STREET INTO NEIGHBORS HOME AND GARAGE. CAR HAS INDICATION OF CONTINUED ACCELERATION AFTER IMPACT WITH RIGHT FRONT TIRE SHOWING THE TREADS NO LONGER EXIST. CAR WAS TOTALED AND HOME/GARAGE DAMAGE WAS OVER $12,000. THANK GOD! NO ONE WAS INJURED OR KILLED! MY FAMILY AND I WILL NEVER OWN ANOTHER CHRYSLER AGAIN! *TR
SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-07
- VIN: 2C3HC56F5VH
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 CHRYSLER. THE MODEL WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 98V184000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM). SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY CLAIMED TO HAVE ALREADY PERFORMED THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED BECAUSE THE FUEL RAIL IS LEAKING. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL RAIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, BUT WILL NOT MAKE THE REPLACEMENT. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 112,154. UPDATED 3/25/08 *CN THE DEALER STATED THERE WAS A RUBBING NOISE WHEN TURNING AND VEHICLE NEEDS RIGHT WHEEL BEARINGS. UPDATED 03/25/08 *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-13
- VIN: 2C3HC56FXVH
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STEERING IS VERY LOOSE. THE CAR A 1997 CHRYSLER LHS WANDERS FROM LANE TO LANE AND NEEDS CONSTANT STEERING CORRECTIONS. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME. WE HAD THE SAME CONDITION FIXED ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H9VN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*- THE CONTACT PARKED HER 1997 CHRYSLER CIRRUS IN THE DRIVEWAY, REMOVED THE KEYES AND APPROXIMATELY 30-45 SECONDS LATER THE VEHICLE ROLLED OUT OF THE PARKING LOT AND CRASHED INTO THE NEIGHBORS CARPORT. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A FLAT SURFACE, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGED. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE DRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO BE REPAIRED DUE TO A RECALL NOTICE. THE DEALERSHIP ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THEY REPLACED THE SHIFTER PLUNGER. THE CONTACT IS STILL WAS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 10,4000 MILES. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-06
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H1VN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER 3 TO 4 MINUTES. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM, BUT CLEANED THE CRANKSHAFT IN A REPAIR ATTEMPT, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO STALL. UPDATED 10/25/06. *JB
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-11
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H5VN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE LEAK. POTENTIAL OF FIRE OR LOSS OF DRIVE ABILITY OF CAR. THERE HAVE BEEN THREE (3) FAILURES OF THE SAME PART. 10/21/98 AND 4/29/04 AND AGAIN TODAY 7/11/06. *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-21
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H6VN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ALTHOUGH THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE ALERTED, NO APPOINTMENT WAS MADE FOR INSPECTION.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-21
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. DIAGNOSIS SHOWED SYSTEM RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT CODE. TESTING SHOWED FAULTY POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER DUE TO CORROSION. PROPER REPAIR IS REPLACEMENT OF POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER AND HARNESS. SERVICE CENTER FOUND PART IS NO LONGER MANUFACTURED. SERVICE CENTER CONDUCTED NATIONWIDE PARTS SEARCH TO NO AVAIL. AS A CONSEQUENCE ABS SYSTEM IS NOW NON-FUNCTIONAL. *NM
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-21
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1C3EJ5687VN
- Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
- Summary: BOTH TIE RODS ON THE LEFT REAR TIRE BROKE CAUSING THE TIRE TO LOCK UP. WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR SENDING THE CAR INTO A DITCH. FRONT END OF CAR STOPPED IN DITCH AND REAR THEN CAME OVER LANDING UPSIDE DOWN. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS EMPOLYED.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-19
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H2VN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: C AR NOT BRAKING IN A TIMELY MANNER
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-03
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H0VN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE IN FOR RECALL REPAIRS FOR THE TRANS AXLE, THE CONSUMER STARTED TO EXPERIENCE OTHER PROBLEMS, SUCH AS DROPPING GEARS, AND CUTTING OFF INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES, AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE COMPUTER. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN RECTIFIED AS OF YET. *AK *BF *NM AS OF APRIL 5, 2005, THE VEHICLE STILL EXHIBITED THE SAME PROBLEM. RECALL CAMPAIGN# 98V183000 & 04V021000. *AK *TT THE IDLE WAS RE-ADJUSTED. *SC
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 2C3HD56F5VH
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION SEIZED WHILE GOING 35 MPH AND IF I DIDN'T HAVE ON MY SEAT BELT, I WOULD HAVE BEEN THROWN THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. IT WAS IF SOMEONE THREW MY CAR INTO PARK WHILE GOING 35 MPH.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-02
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CONTACT STATED: CONTACT HAS HAD TO PUT TWO BALL JOINTS ON THIS VEHICLE ,A LEFT BALL JOINT AND A RIGHT BALL JOINT. WHEN HE PARKED THE CAR HE HEARD A BANG. THE WHEELS WOULD BE ON AN ANGLE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS A FRONT WHEEL DRIVE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1C3EJ56X7VN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING GARAGE AND WITHOUT CAUSE THE VEHICLE BUSTED INTO FLAMES. THE PARKING ATTENDANT NOTIFIED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. AFTER EXTINGUISHING THE FIRE THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS ELECTRICAL. *AK *TT
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-03
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE TENDS TO HESITATE AND MOVE WHEN IT IS PUT INTO DRIVE PREVENTING THE VEHICLE FROM TRAVELING WHILE ON THE ROAD. MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BY OWNER.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-01
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H5VN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER MOVES FROM PARK BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE DETENT BUTTON. *BF THE DEALER FAILED TO CORRECT THE RECALL PROBLEM. THE IGNITION WOULD BECOME TRAPPED ONCE IN WHILE. AFTER GENTLY WIGGLING IT, THE KEY WOULD SNAP OUT AND OPERATE PROPERLY, STAYING IN PARK AND ALLOWING THE KEY TO BE REMOVED. RECALL#98V183000 *SC *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-15
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE CAME OUT OF GEAR. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-02
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER MADE A TURN AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED. AFTER BEING TOWED DEALER STATED THE ENGINE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURE WANTED THE CONSUMER TO PROVIDE OIL CHANGE RECORDS.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-06
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING AT STOP AND GO BRAKES WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO BLED THE BRAKES, AND TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE. TOLD CONSUMER THAT THERE WASD NOTHING WRONG. LATER, CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE BRAKES CONTINUED TO GO TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER FELT INSECURE WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE. *AK
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-01
- VIN: 1C3EJ56H2VN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION. *BF THE A/C EVAPORATED COIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BY THE CONSUMER AFTER 42920 MILES. THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE STARTED LEAKING OIL. THE CONSUMER PUT THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND PROCEEDED TO BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. THE CONSUMER PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE TO DRIVE AWAY AFTER BACKING AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO GO IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC FOR SERVICE AN WAS FOUND THAT THE PIN IN THE DIFFERENTIAL HAD COME LOOSE PUNCTURING THE TRANSMISSION CASE CAUSING RAPID FLUID LOSS. THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TC
1997 Chrysler Cirrus recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 8 recalls for different components of the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus.
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: 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 BALL JOINT ON THE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY CAN FAIL CAUSING THE BALL STUD TO WEAR THROUGH THE CONTROL ARM HOUSING RESULTING IN NOISE AND/OR SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING.
- Consequence: IF THERE IS A SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE HOUSING, THE DRIVER CAN LOOSE STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: 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 RETAINING RING GROOVE ALLOWING THE BALL STUD TO SEPARATE UNDER IMPACT LOAD. THE SUBJECT BALL JOINTS WERE SOLD AS FOUR PART NUMBERS, D10945, D10946, G10945, AND G10946. THE AFFECTED CONTROL ARMS, D10945 AND D10946, ARE STAMPED WITH THE FOLLOWING DATES ON THE BALL JOINTS: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, AND 116609. THE G10945 AND G10946 ARE THE SAME PART AS THE D10945 AND D10946 RESPECTIVELY. THEY ARE LABELED DIFFERENTLY DEPENDING ON THE AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER.
- Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COLLAPSE AND THE WHEEL TO FOLD IN CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: AIRTEX PRODUCTS
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SILICONE MATERIAL USED IN MANUFACTURE OF THE FLAPPER VALVE WAS OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION, LEADING TO EXCESS SWELL OF THE FLAPPER VALVE RESTRICTING THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE FUEL PUMP MODULE.
- Consequence: FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: TI GROUP AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: 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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SILICONE MATERIAL USED IN MANUFACTURE OF THE FLAPPER VALVE WAS OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION, LEADING TO EXCESS SWELL OF THE FLAPPER VALVE RESTRICTING THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE FUEL PUMP MODULE.
- Consequence: FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
- Summary: 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 ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.
- Consequence: EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.
- 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 1-800-853-1403.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
- Summary: 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 CONDITION WHICH CAN RESULT IN A LOW FORCE REQUIRED TO DEPRESS THE SHIFT BUTTON. A COMBINATION OF APPLYING A MIS-ADJUSTED RELEASE BUTTON WITH A LOW FORCE ATTEMPT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK WITH THE KEY IN THE LOCKED POSITION, CAN BREAK THE CONNECTING PIN IN THE SHIFTER.
- Consequence: IF THIS HAPPENS, THE "IGNITION-PARK" INTERLOCK SYSTEM WILL BE NONFUNCTIONAL.
- 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.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CAN SEPARATE DUE TO LOSS OF LUBRICATION.
- Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 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 IS DAMAGED, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM WILL BE REPLACED.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING CAN DISENGAGE FROM ITS RETENTION HOLE IF THE HOOD IS SLAMMED SHUT.
- Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS SIMULTANEOUSLY WITHOUT ENGAGING THE PRIMARY LATCH, THE HOOD WOULD NOT BE RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH SPRING WITH A LONGER END HOOK SPRING.
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Positive 1997 Chrysler Cirrus car reviews
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Hi there! From what I can gather, it seems like you haven't had your car for very long and have only put around 6,000 miles on it over the past 2-3 months. I understand that the mileage tracker may not always work, but it sounds like the car's interior is well-designed and spacious. Although there may be some issues with the cup holders, the stereo system is great and has a lot of bass for a stock system. It's great to hear that your car has been reliable enough to get you to school and work every day. However, it may not be the best option for a long road trip from Michigan to Florida due to its gas consumption. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with me!
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This vehicle has been in the shop only once in 11 years for a minor repair, other than normal service. I have consistently gotten 28 to 30 mpg, and it handles as well as most sports cars. I have driven everything with 4 to 18 wheels and cannot understand paying 30 to 45 thousand for bells and whistles when this car can still be purchased in the low 20's.
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Since you have owned this vehicle, you have not had any problems. It's great to hear that it's easy for you to keep the gas tank full and that it always starts gracefully. Additionally, it's wonderful that there is enough room for your family to sit very comfortably. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!
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Hey there! This car is a real beauty, with stunning looks and a powerful V6 engine that will last you a long time with proper maintenance. The only issue I encountered was with the water pump.
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This has been the best Chrysler product I have ever driven. I purchased the car with only 43 miles on it, as a leftover, and have driven it for a trouble-free 143,000 miles. My only complaint is the seat travel, as you feel a little too close to the dashboard. With the great room in the back, a little more travel would have been nicer. Now, at 143K, the car is beginning to need some maintenance. The radio is getting flaky, and some bushing and suspension parts need replacing. But after 143K, can I really complain? Absolutely not!
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Adrien Waters 2025-01-07
The body and interior are great. The mechanical layout and design quality could use some improvement. During the first 100K miles, some service was performed, including replacing the transmission servo-valve package due to leaks. Research has shown that this is a common issue for this Chrysler transmission. Additionally, the front axle, water pump, and timing belt were replaced. It can be frustrating when manufacturers bury limited life components deep inside the engine. Of course, other normal wear items like brakes also needed to be replaced.
Horace O'Reilly 2024-09-18
I'm glad to hear that you've had a positive experience with your car! It's great to know that you've been able to put 100,000 miles on it with only minor issues like brakes. The roominess and comfort sound like definite pluses as well. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Watson Olson 2024-05-23
I am confident in my decision to trade in my Chrysler for a better car. The cost of maintaining it, with over 3 recalls and repairs needed for the tires, brakes, A/C, and other miscellaneous issues costing over $1,000 per year, has become too much. I have decided to invest in a more reliable vehicle. Thank you for your understanding.