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Electrical systemPart report

1996 Chrysler LHS Electrical system Problems

Complaints
9about this part
Share
7%of 135 total for the year
Median mileage
190,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the electrical system of the 1996 Chrysler LHS, 7% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 190,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

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.

“The vehicle was parked and the key was removed from the ignition when all of a sudden the vehicle began to roll backwards and hit a utility pole causing damage to the rear of the vehicle, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for damages. Nlm”

NHTSA complaint #562419, filed 2001-08

“Vehicle would stall out while driving at highway speeds. Sometimes vehicle could be restarted after stalling out. Took vehicle to dealership, but mechanic could not resolve problem. Dealer stated to consumer stalling could be related to the fuel pump, however if they could not find the problem, the consumer would be charged. Vehicle intermittently will not start, it will crank but it will not start, after letting it sit for an hour or two it will start.”

NHTSA complaint #884220, filed 2001-03

“Vehicle experiencing problem with smoke coming from under the dash. Dealer notified, and replace a body module on two occasions, which caused the wiring harness to burn. Vehicle still at dealer shop for repairs. Please provide further details.”

NHTSA complaint #865030, filed 2000-07

“There was an extremely loud shutter and shake when this happened. Car does seem to operate the same since this problem. Gas mileage has gone down by three mpg, even after a tune up by Chrysler and fuel system cleaning. Shortly after some fuses blew., now at 75,000 there is a lound growning sound when you steer to the left. Brakes have been replaced and need it again. Airconditioner has funny damp smell. How does one find out if this car has been in an accident?”

NHTSA complaint #722693, filed 2000-05

“Going 30mph when lights on dashboard came on. Everything shut down (power windows, air conditioner, power steering & ABS) . Later restarted & everything was working. Took to dealer & problem was not located or duplicated.”

NHTSA complaint #818832, filed 1997-10

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2001627%
200056%
19991912%
199756%
199697%
199575%
19943711%

Other parts of the 1996 Chrysler LHS

Steering
49 complaints
Fuel system
24 complaints
Brakes
15 complaints
Suspension
14 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
12 complaints
Engine cooling
11 complaints
Air bags
8 complaints
Body and structure
7 complaints
Equipment
4 complaints
Vehicle speed control
4 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints
Seat belts
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1996 Chrysler LHS

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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology