NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 164 owner complaints for the 1999 Chrysler LHS. Most complaints involve vehicle speed control (25) and steering (22). The EPA rates it 19 mpg combined.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN VAN, WAGON, PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR MAY NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SHIFTING INTO REVERSE THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. DURING THE FIRST OCCURRENCES THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE THIRD TIME THE VEHICLE BUMPED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE BEFORE STOPPING. UPON INSPECTION THE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP FOUND THE PIN IN THE THROTTLE BODY CAME OUT. THE PIN WAS REINSTALLED BY THE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE CONSUMER PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. UPDATED 03/20/06. *JB”
“1999 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LHS, BUMPING, CLUNKING NOISES IN REAR. LEFT FRONT WHEEL WHEN TURNED TO LEFT MAKES A POPPING SOUND. PURCHASED CAR "USED" IN 2005.WITH 69,000 MI. HAD BUMPING SOUNDS IN REAR AT THAT TIME AND HAD IT CHECKED OUT BY MECHANIC, COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING. IT IS NOW 09-27-2009 AND TONIGHT I NOTICED A LOUD POP WHEN I TURNED STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT ENTERING GARAGE, THIS PROMPTED ME TO LOOK UP PROBLEM ON LINE ONLY TO LEARN THAT THIS CHRYLSER MODEL IS DEFECTIVE! AND THAT CHRYSLER WILL NOT FIX THESES VEHICLES! I AM NOW AFRAID TO DIVE MY CAR AT ALL. VEHICLE NOW HAS 99,000 MILES. WHAT CAN I DO? *TR”
“INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF,INSTRUMENT PANEL,BLINKS,WHILE DRIVING. ALARM GOES OFF FOR NO REASON. I'VE HAD TO REPLACE 3 BATTERIES,AS IT SEEMS THERE IS A DRAIN IN THE SYSTEM SOMEWHERE THAT KNOWONE CAN FIND. ITS SITTING DEAD ONCE AGAIN IN FRONT OF HOUSE. BARELY TOUCH CABLES TO BATTERY EXTENDED CONNECTIONS AND IT WILL START RIGHT UP. AFTER CHARGING BATTERY IT IS DEAD WITHIN 24 HRS. TURNING KEY,INTERIOR LIGHTS DO NOT FLICKER OR DIM,BUT YOU HEAR CLICK OF LIKE DEAD BATTERY. DEFINITE PROBLEM WITH WIRING IN THIS CAR,AND A SAFETY ISSUE WHEN DRIVING. JUST SPENT 1800.00 IN 6 MONTHS ALSO REPLACING 3 INJECTORS,AND ALL O RINGS.GAS LINE ON BACK FIREWALL WAS ALSO CRACKED AND PUTTING FUMES INTO INTERIOR. ONLY DID THIS WHEN AT IDLE. THIS WIRING HARNESS PROBLEM NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED BEFORE SOMEONE GETS INTO AN ACCIDENT. ALSO SWITCH ON HEADLIGHTS CANNOT BE USED ON AUTO,DRAINS BATTERY QUICKER. NOW HEAT/AC/LIGHTS GOES OUT ON DASH. SEEM TO HEAR A CONTINUE HUM EVEN WHEN CAR IS SHUT OFF..NOT RADIO! HELP,SPENT TO MUCH ON THIS CAR WITH 126,000 MILES ON IT TO FEEL I CAN'T PUT MY CHILDREN INSIDE TO BE SAFE,OR STRANDED. RECALL WIRING HARNESS! ALL ABOVE HAPPENS EITHER HIGHWAY,OR CITY…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LHS Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,300 | 468 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
4 safety recalls as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 164 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are vehicle speed control (25), steering (22), electrical system (19). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 1999 Chrysler LHS at 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).