1996 Chrysler LHS Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 18%of 135 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,150miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Chrysler LHS, 18% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,150 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The vehicle had a recall on the fuel rail which was repaired in 1999 by previous owner. Its blowing fuel onto the motor again. The same issue . It has 130k miles on it. When our mechanic looked at it we saw it was the same issue as the previous recall. The parts places we called said they do not sell the the recall kits to take to dealership. Called dealership spoke with manager. They said the recall kits are in detroit and since the recall. L hs been repaired once it cant be repaired again. We called manufacturer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11133552, filed 2018-10, 130,000 miles“While driving 10 MPH consumer was informed that vehicle was on fire. The consumer smelled fuel, and noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. The consumer pulled over, and noticed that fluid was leaking from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel rail o-rings needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10106800, filed 2005-01, 45,215 miles“Recall 98v184000 concerning fuel leakage. Consumer smelled a strong gasoline odor while driving 35-40 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that the o-rings cracked and leaked fuel onto the engine. Consumer contacted the manufacturer. A manufacturer's representative informed the consumer that this vehicle was not covered under the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10113656, filed 2005-03, 145,541 miles“While driving the consumer smelled fuel coming from the rear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection numerous times. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem at this time. Please provide further details.”
NHTSA complaint #10109800, filed 2005-03, 32,496 miles“I know that this problem is under a previous recall, but I have taken this in to the dealership three times to have it fixed and it has only lasted maybe 6 months. I 'm concerned about my family's safety. I would like this brought to the manufactures attention. I had tried to trade this car in, but the dealership, which was not the manufacture was uneasy about this recall. I feel that this needs further investigation . Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #745793, filed 2001-05Related recalls
- 98V184000Aug 6, 1998Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from…Covers: Chrysler LHS 1993–1997, Eagle Vision 1993–1997, Dodge Intrepid 1993–1997 +3 more
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 1996 Chrysler LHS
49 complaintsBrakes
15 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsSeat 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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