1994 Chrysler LHS steering problems

30 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 124,500.

owner complaints: 30
of this car's complaints: 9%
typical mileage: 124,500
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Rack and pinion
12
Linkages: tie rod assembly
9
Steering wheel/handle bar
2
Hydraulic power assist system
2
Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
2
Column
2
Rack and pinion: rack
1
Linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Chrysler LHS steering problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Steering column separationOpened May 7, 2003, closed July 22, 2003

Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.

DP03002

Steering system rack and pinionOpened October 29, 1999, closed September 13, 2001

There is no summary currently available

EA99031

Steering system rack and pinionOpened June 28, 1999, closed October 29, 1999

Since opening the preliminary evaluation (pe), odi has received 6 additional complaints.during the pe it was determined multiple failure modes are involved in this matter.the warranty claim rate is high for a steering system concern.the issues reported involve premature wear out at the rack and pinion interface with the inner tie rod end(s), binding and sticking of the steering gear, cracked or broken tie rod ends, sheared rack and pinion assembly bolts, and wear out of the rack and pinion mount bushings.many of the complainants mention steering wonder and loose steering.three of the most recent complaints allege a complete loss of steering due to sheared bolts.odi is upgrading this pe in order to perform a thorough technical analysis of the various system failure allegations and to quantify the effect that these failures have on vehicle control.

PE99044

What 1994 Chrysler LHS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 2, 2006 · Electrical, Steering · 124,500 miles · MD

In july 2004, I purchased a used '94 chrysler lhs w/95,000 miles in very good condition (exterior/interior) but within the first few weeks I experienced electrical problems (electric current not going to gauges, gauges going haywire), transmission problems (periodic 'limp mode', car erratically surging) and steering problems (rack 7 pinion, inner/outer tie rods). Within a few months I replaced the inner/outer tie rods and front/rear stabilizer links that all improved my front suspension. Just recently about a month ago, I had my local dodge dealer replace one broken transmission mount ($305) then the following week at 124,500 miles while driving to work on my local highway my transmission failed, which resulted in loss of power steering and loss of drive gears, I was able to exit safely onto my jobs parking lot before it finally gave out. I had it towed to an exclusive auto transmission shop, they had to rebuild/overhaul the transmission and torque converter ($1,800). A whopping $2,100 in repairs in about a month. There went my christmas money.

Filed Oct 17, 2005 · Steering · 120,000 miles · GA

Dt: contact owns a 1994 chrysler lhs. While the contact's daughter was driving vehicle skidded, and when she turned the wheel, it would not turn. A mechanic pulled up behind and told the contact that it could be rack and pinion steering. If any vehicles had been on the road there could have been a collision.

Filed Dec 10, 2004 · Steering · NC

Consumer experienced steering trouble which caused the vehicle to go straight in one direction. Dealer informed consumer that a bolt broke inside the steering column, and needed to be repaired.

Filed Jul 23, 2004 · Fuel system, Steering · TX

Various problems with 1994 chrysler lhs. *mr the mirror in the windshield was too low and obstructed the vision of the driver when looking to the right side, the front end was bouncing and wobbling in the front end, the fuel problem caused an odor in the interior of the vehicle and the steering column was defective. *sc

Filed Jan 28, 2004 · Steering · 126,646 miles · NY

On february 2002, 2 bolts connecting to the rack and pinion and tie rods snapped in half and nearly caused me to crash my vehicle. The snapping of the bolts caused the malfunction of the rack and pinion and I had to replace the rack and pinion plus the bolts (from chrysler). On january 23, 2004 , the exact malfunction occurred again almost causing another accident. I can't understand how a solid steel bolt manufactured by chrysler can snap in half after only 2 years. I have owned other automobiles older than the chrysler lhs and never had a bolt break in half at any time. I have been lucky on both occasions that I was able to maneuver the vehicle before an accident occurred. Also, these repairs are costly and cause one to be apprehensive about driving the vehicle again.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Steering · 60,500 miles · MI

Safety alert: while driving, a bolt holding the rack and pinion arm sheared off and the steering failed ! ! ! The steering completely failed. It was inoperable. When I called chrysler customer service they hung up on me... We just bought a toyota.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Steering · MI

While driving 5 MPH, attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel failed to respond. The manufacturer was contacted. Please provide further information.

Filed Oct 14, 2003 · Steering · IL

Consumer stated while traveling and without any indication inner and outer tie rods broke, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle.

Filed Oct 23, 2002 · Steering · MA

While backing around a corner, the righthand cv shaft popped out of the housing. The cv shaft was replaced only to have it happen again while backing up and turning the wheel. Closer inspection showed that the lower control arm mount had torn away at the weld area. I can email a picture of the area if you would like. Thanks... Dan dt

Filed Apr 26, 2002 · Steering · GA

When making a sharp left turn there is a loud clunking noise. Dealer determined that steering gear assembly needed to be replaced.

Questions about the 1994 Chrysler LHS steering

Does the 1994 Chrysler LHS have steering problems?

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the steering of the 1994 Chrysler LHS, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Chrysler LHS steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 124,500 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Chrysler LHS steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chrysler LHS have bad steering?

The Chrysler LHS model years with the most steering complaints are 1996 (49 complaints), 1995 (32 complaints) and 1994 (30 complaints).