1995 Chrysler LHS steering problems

Filed Mar 11, 2012 · Steering · 108,970 miles · CA

Lots of play in steering 7 to 8 inchs. Had to replace rack and pinion. Cost $650. Went out again august of 2010. *tr

Filed May 25, 2006 · Steering · 80,000 miles · IL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 MPH, a snapping sound was heard followed by a loss of steering. The contact stopped and exited the vehicle to call a friend. The friend noticed two bolts lying on the ground that appeared to be part of the steering. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the steering rack and pinion needed to be replaced and the steering system needed to be flushed. The manufacturer was also alerted of the problem. Updated 7/3/2006 -

Filed Nov 29, 2005 · Steering · OH

I was having some uneven and premature front tire wear problems. I thought that the inner tie rod bushings were simply worn out. I found out instead that one of the bolts that hold the inner tie rod ends to the steering rack had actually sheared/ broken, and this was allowing the excessive slop in the steering. Obviously, if the bolt would have sheared all the way off, sudden and catastrophic (possibly deadly) loss of steering would have occurred, without warning. In order to remove/extract the broken bolt, the steering rack had to be removed from the car to facilitate access to the broken bolt with an extractor. This is an expensive 6 hours of labor job, to repair a simple broken bolt. Not only is it ridiculously expensive to repair, this is an item (the tie rod to steering rack bolt) that should never break from normal usage of the automobile. I subsequently found from on-line research that this is not an uncommon problem in the chrysler lh platform cars. Also, that there have been many consumer complaints, and several lawsuits due to alleged defective design, insufficient service/inspection procedures, or materials, relating directly to the lh platform steering, including severe accidents caused by this identical failure. Also complaints of chrysler offering no assistance to the consumer (including me) in regards to this very dangerous (and expensive to repair) defect.

Filed Jun 15, 2005 · Steering · 70,087 miles · MT

I experienced a loud clunking sound when I turned the steering wheel. Also when I drove over uneven pavement or an uneven entry to a driveway I could hear the same sound and could feel it through the steering wheel. I had a dealership check it out and they found that there was a bolt that had worked itself loose on the lower control arm. I have found information on the internet related to steering failures leading to death on several vehicles with the same steering components that my car has. Fortunately I caught this early enough to prevent a disasterous even like other people have experienced. They tightened the bolt. I understant that chrysler corporation has changed the torque specifications and the bushing used on the tie-rod ends in order to prevent the type of failures that many people have experienced. If you would like to look at the information that I found concerning steering components, premature transmission failure and premature engine failure, go to: http://www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com here you can read all about the multitude of problems that chrysler products are experiencing.

Filed May 19, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 101,000 miles · CA

This vehicle was purchased used. 2 weeks after purchase the rear brake bads failed causing them to grind on the rotors. Brakes and rotors were replaced. Drivers side seat support is broken. Power steering pump has a leak. Transmission clutches burned out requiring replacement. Water pump failed along with failing timing belt & timing belt tensioner causing needed replacement. Engine has several oil leaks. Rack & pinion system is shifting, causing a thumping sound and vehicle shifting while cornering at times. Selt belt on drivers side doesn't retract properly. Brakes perform poorly, requiring excessive pedal to stop vehicle. Fuel rail is leaking fuel, awaiting mechanic determination if it's covered under the recall.

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Steering · TN

Lost of steering and brakes due to cracking and failure of subframe.*mr the consumer took the vehicle to the service dealer for repairs it cost approximately $1040.00. The consumer then found out there was a recall for the control arms. The consumer contacted the dealer to receive reimbursement for repairs he had to pay, the consumers claim was denied and he was told that the warranty had expired. *cb (recall #99v215000)

Filed Nov 18, 2002 · Steering · TX

Consumer states she placed her auto in reverse turned the steering wheel so that she could turn her car and heard a pop noise, then when she placed her auto in drive to go forward the steering column would not turn the wheel. The steering wheel turned but the wheels did not. Ts

Filed Jan 18, 2002 · Steering · TX · 31 injuries

There is a weld breakdown in the steering mounting.

Filed Dec 10, 2001 · Steering · TX

Car has been diagnosed as structural breakdown in steering mounting and control.

Filed Apr 4, 2001 · Steering, Transmission · OH

Need to know what to do. Transmission and tie rod nedd repaired. I can't afford to do it again. Help me, please.....