- The problem
- Federal-mogul is recalling certain replacement control arm assemblies, part numbers k7425, 10945, fa4510x, k7427, 10946, and fa4611x, sold for use on various passenger vehicles listed above. The ball joint on the control arm assembly can fail causing the ball stud to wear through the control arm housing resulting in noise and/or separation of the ball stud from the housing.
- The risk
- If there is a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Chrysler Cirrus Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 107 complaints about the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus with NHTSA, most often about the steering (30) and the brakes (16). Those complaints describe 18 crashes, 25 fires and 16 injuries. It is covered by 9 recalls, the latest in December 2010 for the lower arm. For comparison, the 1999 has 72 and the 2001 has 1.
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DMore problems than a typical Cirrus year, for its age
#83 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 107
- Recalls
- 9
- Crashes
- 18
- Fires
- 25
- Injuries
- 16
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Chrysler Cirrus problems
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2000 Chrysler Cirrus recalls 9
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Qualis automotive is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles. The socket may have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the retaining ring groove allowing the ball stud to separate under impact load. The subject ball joints were sold as four part numbers, d10945, d10946, g10945, and g10946. The affected control arms, d10945 and d10946, are stamped with the following dates on the ball joints: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909, 110309, 113209, and 116609. The g10945 and g10946 are the same part as the d10945 and d10946 respectively. They are labeled differently depending on the aftermarket customer.
- The risk
- Separation of the ball stud from the socket of the ball joint housing would allow the control arm to collapse and the wheel to fold in causing loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
- The fix
- Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2009. Owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.
- The problem
- Import products is recalling 30,351 fuel filters sold to and branded by the affinia group as carquest p/n 86523, napa p/n 3523, and wix p/n 33523 for use as replacement equipment on the vehicles listed above. These filters may develop a leak in the hose assembly and/or connectors due to improperly adhered line connectors.
- The risk
- THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
- The fix
- The affinia group will notify owners and the filters will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on august 1, 2009. Owners may contact wix filter return center at 1-704-869-7411 or import products at 1-508-279-8207.
- The problem
- Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.
- The risk
- Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact ti automotive toll-free at 1-877-461-1834.
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 Liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose may prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
- The risk
- Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in an underhood fire.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.
- The risk
- Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.
- The fix
- Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.
- The risk
- The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with incorrect child lock instruction labels.
- The risk
- The incorrect labels could cause confusion as to whether the childproof safety lock was activated.
- The fix
- OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT LABELS.
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107 complaints about the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus
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The contact owns a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would shake and the vehicle was difficult to keep in the lane. Additionally, there was an abnormal sound while driving over bumps in the roadway. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ball joints were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
On may 31, 2017, I drove my 2000 chrysler cirrus car approx 2 miles to a store and parked in the store lot and then as I went to shut my car off, I saw alot of smoke coming from under my car hood so I shut car off and got out of my car and then lifted my hood and saw that my engine was in engulfed in flames so I immediately shut the hood and started to run away from my car. By then someone who saw all the smoke had called police to the scene and fire trucks came soon after the police arrived and fireman put...
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the fire out. My car had to be towed to dom balducci's car care and was left there for an insurance adjuster to come and inspect the car which he did and after the inspection he claimed my car the 2000 chrysler cirrus as a total loss.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that after parking, the vehicle failed to restart without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel hose fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000.
Car will cut off while car is either decelerating or stationary. Oil light will come on. Periodically the check engine light will appear too but mechanic checked diagnostic computer codes nothing is wrong. Very scary experiences while driving in rush hour traffic on highway and several city streets. No prewarning lights.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. While driving approximately 20 mph, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
The ball joints have always made noise. The air conditioning has never worked.
Cracking in the tread groove of a lemans p195/65r15. Current tread depth measures 8 to 9/32.
Car has been making front end noise for about 4 days before the ball joint breaking completely cause the axle to remove and break also vehicle needs fixed asap call me at [[redacted]]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
The lower ball joint is very loose and making alot of noise. There was a recall for lower ball joint failure for this car. Don't understand why my car is not part of the recall. *Tr
Ignition locks up, key will not come out of ignition, can't put car in park. Air bag light comes on, when air bag comes on the car wants to die out. Already replaced the ball joints, brake drums, brake lines, brake pads, calipers, rotors, and the oxygen sensors twice. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact was a mechanic and replaced the fuel pump. He also noticed that the fuel line was corroded, rusted, and leaking. The contact was concerned that the component would explode. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was not unavailable. The current and failure mileage was 170,000.
While driving my son home from school, my 2000 chrysler cirrus became disabled due to the right side ball joint snapping off the control arm. I had to get my veichle towed and had to replace the right ball joint , the right control arm and also the right side axle. I only own this car 6 months ( 1825 miles) and this was the 2nd major repair I had with this veichles steering conponents ( rack & pinion assy and power steering pump). I found on another website that there is a recall for the control arm:lower ball joint recall id #79830 . Can you please help with this problem or lead me in the right direction. Thank you! *Tr
2000 Chrysler cirrus. Consumer request reimbursement for recall repairs *tgw the consumer stated he complied with the recall notice instructions. At the time, he was convinced the dealer rectified the condition, but apparently they did not. The power steering hose had to be replaced again. *Jb
Blower motor failed and I was unable to get heat. When inspected by automotive repair it was found that both the blower motor and resistor where burnt out. I have heard several chysler owners complain about the same thing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that the fuel line hose was rusted and fractured. The failure made it impossible to refuel the vehicle with very limited amounts of gasoline. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileage was 143,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that she was rear ended on main street which caused her to crash into a stopped vehicle ahead of her. The vehicle was destroyed. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained moderate injuries. The vehicle was not inspected further for the cause of the air bag failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 200,000. Updated 09/16-10 *bf updated 09/20/10
2000 Cirrus 2.5L engine randomly stalls and frost / freeze plugs rust through. Stalling: engine stops running while car is being driven at any speed, which leaves the operator with no power steering or brakes. No trouble codes are displayed or pending. After a period of time, roughly 20 minutes, the engine will start and run fine for several days or weeks. When stalled, if you activate the alarm system and lock and unlock the doors it seems to clear the anti-theft system and allow the fuel pump to run, which...
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allows the engine to start. Haven't crashed yet, however we have had several harrowing experiences. The internet is full of chrysler owners with this same random stalling issue, to which they have spent thousands of dollars replacing sensors....Etc only to find that the car continues this random stalling behavior. Bottom line, they sell the car, which moves this dangerous issue on to another unsuspecting owner. Bottom line the engine should not randomly stop during operation, and if it does shutdown as programmed in the computer due to a pending or perceived mechanical issue, the trouble codes should be activated. Chrysler knows this is and issue and they have chosen to ignore this life threatening defect, hoping it will go away with time. Frost or freeze plugs are rusting out, never in my 40 years of driving have I had a car that did this. Looked on the internet and again this is a common issue with chrysler. Save 50 cents cost the customer owner thousands. I fixed two plugs front and back on engine however now the plugs between the transmission and engine are leaking do to rust. Yes I've changed the coolant and this started in 2004 when I purchased the car. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. The contact stated that when trying to start the vehicle, the ignition switch locked. The vehicle was towed to a storage lot and a locksmith replaced the ignition switch. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The current and failure mileages were 107,435. Updated 08/03/10. *Lj updated 08/18/10*jb
When I first bought the car I had problems with connections under the hood which lead to steering problems and the line. Brakes failed me on march 22, 2010 had a bad car accident because my brakes nor my emergency brakes didn't work, both failed me. *Tr
I have been looking for the fuel filler neck for my 2000 chrysler cirrus for over a month. It has been on factory backorder and from what I have been told it is not even being made...Leaving me with a car that is unsafe to drive. Also, because the part rusted out it ended up damaging my fuel pump and I needed to replace it...Costing me over $300 alone. *Tr
Letter from senator mcconnell on behalf of constituent re his 2000 chrysler cirrus lx (defect in the high pressure power steering hose which resulted in a fire and destroyed the vehicle) *nj recall# 06v001000. *Jb
2000 Chrysler cirrus lx caught on fire due to leaking power steering fluid**cc the consumer stated there was a recall regarding the high pressure steering hose. *Jb
2000 Chrysler cirrus lx 2.4 Liter engine. Car parked, with engine off. Fire starts in engine compartment, started by either the fuel lines on the top of the engine or the power steering unit on the rear left of the engine by the reservoir. There were no signs of overheating, no smoke and no strange noises prior to the fire. The fire started approximately 10 mins after I got out of the vehicle. *Tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chrysler cirrus. After being previously driven, the vehicle caught fire five minutes after it was parked. The vehicle was never repaired under recall because the dealer stated that it was fine and did not need repairing. The contact feels that the dealer should be responsible for the failure. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 123,000.
2000 Chrysler cirrus recall for high pressure steering hose. Consumer states that her vehicle caught fire under the hood due to the power steering fluid leak. *Kb the consumer stated the night before the repairs were to be made, the vehicle caught on fire. The consumer learned a recall had been issued for the exact problem he experienced. The consumer received the recall notice in may 2006, two months after the fire. *Jb
Chrysler Cirrus: every year compared
All Cirrus years2000 Chrysler Cirrus vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Chrysler Cirrus | 107 | 9 | D | |
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 315 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler Town & Country | 314 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler 300M | 249 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 93 | 6 | B | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 91 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible | 78 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 10 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2000 Chrysler Van | 7 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus
Does the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus: lower arm (December 2010); lower ball joint (October 2009); equipment (July 2009); fuel pump (October 2006) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (30), brakes (16), electrical system (15).
How many complaints has the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus had?
107 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 2, 1999 and the latest on June 2, 2021. Of these, 18 describe a crash and 25 a fire, and together they report 16 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 27 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chrysler Cirrus year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Chrysler Cirrus years have the most complaints?
1995 (382), 1996 (174), 2000 (107). See every Chrysler Cirrus year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Chrysler Cirrus has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data