1997 Chrysler Cirrus engine and engine cooling problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chrysler cirrus. The light on the odometer gauge on the instrument control panel stopped working. Shortly afterwards, the entire lighting on the instrument control panel failed. The horn also began blowing without application. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they…”
filed Oct 21, 2009
“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled at various speeds, without warning. The vehicle restarted after 3 to 4 minutes. The dealership was unable to duplicate the problem, but cleaned the crankshaft in a repair attempt, but the vehicle continued to stall. Updated 10/25/06. *jb”
filed Sep 6, 2006
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Cirrus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Cirrus | 8 | 8% |
| 1999 Cirrus | 8 | 13% |
| 1998 Cirrus | 9 | 13% |
| 1996 Cirrus | 38 | 24% |
| 1995 Cirrus | 42 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.