1999 Chrysler Cirrus Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 06V001000Jan 5, 2006216,299 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
  Covers: Chrysler Cirrus 1999–2000, Dodge Stratus 1999–2000, Plymouth Breeze 1999–2000

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.

  Possible consequence: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• 04V021000Jan 13, 20042,315,768 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
  Covers: Chrysler Cirrus 1995–1999, Dodge Intrepid 1993–1999, Chrysler Concorde 1993–1999 +6 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible 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.

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• 99V244000Sep 15, 1999366,508 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Chrysler Cirrus 1998–1999, Dodge Stratus 1998–1999, Plymouth Breeze 1998–1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The right rear brake tube can contact the exhaust system clamp and wear a hole in it.

  Possible consequence: Daimlerchrysler recall no. 843. If this happens, the tube could leak, reducing the effectiveness of one-half of the diagonally split braking system, and resulting in longer stopping distances.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake tubes for visible evidence of contact with the exhaust system clamp. If the tube shows evidence of contact, it will be replaced. If no evidence of contact exists, the tube will be fastened with a clip.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA05019Power steering fluid firesClosed · Nov 7, 2005
• PE05036Engine compartment firesClosed · Jun 29, 2005
• RQ03005Auto trans ignition-park interlockClosed · Apr 8, 2003

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