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Chrysler Cirrus problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Cirrus from 1994 to 2001: 832 owner complaints and 29 recalls across 8 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (369), 1996 (160), 2000 (99). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (1998).

Chrysler Cirrus
Photo: MercurySable99 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Brakes (hydraulic)182
Transmission & drivetrain125
Engine & cooling116
Electrical93
Steering83
Suspension78
Speed control / throttle75
Equipment48

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199403–
1995736921
1996716021
199746921
199836922
199936220
200059920
200101–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chrysler Cirrus?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (369), 1996 (160), 2000 (99).

How many recalls has the Chrysler Cirrus had?

Across 1994–2001, NHTSA lists 29 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).