Chrysler LHS grinding brakes problems

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 115,000 miles · IL

I was backing out of my parking turning my squeaky steering wheel and the air bag light came on. I have almost had several accidents because then my horn stopped when the air bag light came on. So I checked the cruise control that don't work either now none of the buttons behind the steering wheel work. I did my research and it seems it's the clockscrew!! How do I get this part????

Filed Feb 17, 2012 · Steering · 96,500 miles · PA

For some time now when I would start my car ,I would hear a banging sound and feel the steering wheel move. I took the car for service and tie rod ends and I think center link were replaced . It was fine for a while and than I started to get a grinding noise when the wheel was turned. Took it in for service and nothing could be found. On feb. 16th 2012 I was leaving work and noticed the grinding and banging had increased. My route home consists mostly of right turns. It is when I attempted to make a left turn off a busy bridge ,to my horror the wheel would not turn left, it took every ounce of my strength to finally get the wheel to turn. I drove slowly the remainder of my trip home, each time a left turn came I had to use all my strength to turn the wheel. I could not park the car properly on my arrival as my strength was gone and I was extremely emotional. I talked to a co-worker with the same vehicle and he is having a similar problem but continues to drive as he can muscle the wheel.

Filed Mar 7, 2010 · Steering, Suspension · 120,000 miles · WI

1.cluncking,grinding, doesn't steer properly 2.every time it's on the road 3.parts will be replaced when we have the money to do so.

Filed Mar 13, 2009 · Steering · 60,000 miles · CA

The steering wheel squeaks when turning. Usually when it is cold weather, below 60 degrees or so. Took it to dealer who said that it is coming from the steering box and there is no danger. It is safe to drive and to "live with it". I took that to mean that it would be very expensive to fix, although no quote was ever given. After reading numerous complaints about steering problems with chrysler products, and specifically my make, model and year, I think this may be a precursor to something much more serious. The problem has been intermittent for the past 18 months, although I just recently took it to the dealer for their diagnostic evaluation.

Filed Jan 21, 2005 · Locks · 45,000 miles · OH

Power door locks have failed on two doors driver front and passenger rear. Door lock squeals when locking and will not let you open the door or pull the lock open (up) manually. I believe this is a safety concern. When defective if you would lose power to the lock you could not get the door open.

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 May 13, 2004 · Steering · 37,000 miles · MI

The steering wheel had too much play in it, and there is a bad squeaking noise when turning. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that rack and pinion malfunctioned.

Filed Dec 7, 2001 · Brakes · MS

When stopping there was a grinding noise underneith, then , computer light came on dash for traction system. Took to dealer, and they said that vehicle needed a new computer that regulated braking system. Please provide any further information.

Filed Dec 2, 1999 · Suspension · UT

Whenever turning the vehicle would hear a loud squeaking noise. This happened when going over speed bumps or up driveway. Took vehicle for service & had oil changed. Mechanic ordered parts for front suspension: sway bar links. Vehicle repaired & taken for test drive. Experienced major strut problems & struts were lubricated. Problem still exists.

Filed Jan 20, 1999 · Steering · NH

Auto has exhibited a consistent problem being a grinding noise accompanied by difficulty in steering. This problem manifests itself particularly in cold weather. Dealer has replaced: right strut assembly, right tie rod end, right stabilizer link, right upper strut mount - replaced the steering rack on two occasions and the steering pump on three occasions. Despite these efforts, the problem persists. I have been advised by a dealer mechanic that the car is unsafe to drive yet I cannot get chrysler corp. To remedy the problem.