LHS (2nd)
- 112 NHTSA complaints
- 5 recalls
- 1 fire report
- 9 crash reports
Reliability Score
Complaints by Engine Code
Every complaint of any kind (brakes, airbags, electrical and the rest) whose VIN names the engine, across all model years. The score above counts only engine, transmission and drivetrain complaints, so its figures for the same engine are smaller. Fire, injury and death figures count complaints that report one.
3.5-V6-Gas
3.5L 6-cylView details
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Chrysler LHS Unidentified Engine
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2.7-V6-Gas
2.7L 6-cylView details
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4.0-V6-Gas
4.0L 6-cylView details
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Chrysler LHS, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS
On a used 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the body and structure (30), the steering (23) and the airbags and driver-assist systems (16). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-08. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the trunk or hatch. Check the latches, the seals and the gaps between panels.Minor. NHTSA has 30 owner complaints on the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS about the body and structure.
- Turn the wheel from lock to lock while parked, then drive straight on a level road with a light grip.Safety. NHTSA has 23 owner complaints on the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS about the steering.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 16 owner complaints on the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS about the electrical system.
- Measure the tread on all four tires, read the date codes and look at each wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 11 owner complaints on the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS about the wheels and tires.
Recalls (5)
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE MOLDING FLASH ON THE PRIMARY LEVER MAY PREVENT THE OPERATION OF THE G-LOCK AND TILT LOCK FUNCTIONS ON SOME OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE RETRACTORS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS complaints?
Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS. The systems they name most often are the body and trim, the steering and the safety systems.
Is the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS have?
NHTSA has 112 owner complaints on file for the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls covering some 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Chrysler LHS?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the body and trim, the steering and the safety systems, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the LHS have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000-2001 Chrysler LHS. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 112 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-18.