1998 Chrysler Cirrus Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 13%of 69 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Chrysler Cirrus, 13% of the 69 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Anti-lock brake system is locking while the vehicle is in full speed w/o the brakes being pressed. Sensor is automatically releasing the ABS brakes without advance warning. Dealer advised consumer that all four brake pads, and calipers have to be replaced. This will be the second time for the entire brakes system to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #865126, filed 2000-07“Consumer believes recall 99v-244 concerning the right rear brake tube may have caused accident in which consumer experienced loss of braking ability and loss of control resulting in hitting the stairs in front of house and hitting neighbors home, consumer suffered minor cuts to hand and a lump on forehead. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #551770, filed 2000-04“Rear brakes made a knocking sound when applying brakes in reverse. Vehicle been to dealer shop on several occasions, and informed consumer that nothing could be found. Please fell free to provide any further details on this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #878514, filed 2001-01“Soon after buying vehicle ABS indicator light was flashing. Brakes would make loud noise. Dealer has been notified, and repaired vehicle four times. However, problem would return. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #858794, filed 2000-03Related recalls
- 99V244000Sep 15, 1999Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.Covers: Chrysler Cirrus 1998–1999, Dodge Stratus 1998–1999, Plymouth Breeze 1998–1999
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Chrysler Cirrus
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTires
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chrysler Cirrus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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