1998 Chrysler Cirrus Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 69 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the body and structure of the 1998 Chrysler Cirrus, 6% of the 69 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,500 miles.
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.
“We have two of your1998 cirus. They both had warranties. My car had the paint shield, and now, and now for 3 years, they both have rust on the hoods. I just found this site, but, had taken the cars to the dealers and they would not fix either car. Thanks for any help, gregg.”
NHTSA complaint #10105694, filed 2005-01, 30,000 miles“I have a 1998 Chrysler Cirrus. It has developed rust along the whole front of the hood, for a car that is six years old this should not be happening. Has this happened to anyone else.”
NHTSA complaint #10088761, filed 2004-08, 95,000 miles“Constant infiltration into engine compartment by rodents, causing failure of blower motor and also trapped rodents dying on top of heater block, blower motor and windshield cowl area. No possible fix according to manufacturer. Cost to remove nests from blower motor: $80. Cost to remove rodents from engine compartments: $418. Number of occurrences: 5 since 2000. Potential fire hazard should be considered as well as health issues from debris/dead animals trapped inside engine compartments.”
NHTSA complaint #10139702, filed 2005-10“Design flaw--the front end is too heavy for the rear end. Causes bumpy ride while traveling at fast speeds. If weight is applied in the trunk, the ride becomes smoother.”
NHTSA complaint #609816, filed 1999-09Related service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use 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…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10216454Mar 20, 201382212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New…
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 1998 Chrysler Cirrus
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsFuel system
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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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