2000 Chrysler Cirrus: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus: 5 recalls, 99 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 4 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #00V067000 · 2000 · 38 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were built with unpainted fuel tank straps.
Why it matters: The paint provides corrosion protection necessary to ensure the straps do not loosen over time.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps.
Equipment Vehicle recall #00V066000 · 2000 · 17,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were built with incorrect child lock instruction labels.
Why it matters: The incorrect labels could cause confusion as to whether the childproof safety lock was activated.
The fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #00V196000 · 2000 · 3,400 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles May have been built with an inadequate weld between the right front brake hose block and the stand-off bracket.
Why it matters: Separation of the stand-off bracket from the block could cause fatigue damage of the right front brake tube and result in a half system brake loss.
The fix: Dealers will add a brake line bracket to the right front brake tube.
Child seat Vehicle recall #00V366000 · 2000 · 1,211,756 vehicles
What's wrong: 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the child seat May not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Steering Vehicle recall #06V001000 · 2006 · 216,299 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4 liter engines, the high pressure power steering hose May prematurely heat age and develop a leak.
Why it matters: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source May result in an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure power steering hose free of charge. The the recall began on April 10, 2006.
4 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E088000 · 2006 · 39,243 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain tigas fuel pump modules manufactured between June 1 and September 24, 2006, sold under various brand names and p/nos. These fuel pump modules are sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material used in manufacture of the flapper valve was out-of-specification, leading to excess swell of the flapper valve restricting the flow of fuel to the fuel pump module.
Why it matters: Fuel restriction could result in loss of power and/or engine stall, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Ti automotive will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pump modules free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2006.
Equipment Equipment recall #09E043000 · 2009 · 30,351 vehicles
What's wrong: These filters May develop a leak in the hose assembly and/or connectors due to improperly adhered line connectors.
Why it matters: This condition May result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: The affinia group will notify owners and the filters will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on August 1, 2009.
Suspension Equipment recall #09E056000 · 2009 · 5,787 vehicles
What's wrong: The socket May have been excessively hardened which could cause it to crack near the retaining ring groove allowing the ball stud to separate under impact load. The subject ball joints were sold as four part numbers, d10945, d10946, g10945, and g10946. The affected control arms, d10945 and d10946, are stamped with the following dates on the ball joints: 134308, 135708, 100109, 102709, 104109, 105509, 107609, 108909,…
Why it matters: Separation of the ball stud from the socket of the ball joint housing would allow the control arm to collapse and the wheel to fold in causing loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
The fix: Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on November 9, 2009.
Suspension Equipment recall #10E059000 · 2010 · 22,689 vehicles
What's wrong: The ball joint on the control arm assembly can fail causing the ball stud to wear through the control arm housing resulting in noise and/or separation of the ball stud from the housing.
Why it matters: If there is a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on January 28, 2011.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 23 mention a fire, 16 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (29): the most common themes are steering problems (18), noise or vibration (6).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (15): the most common themes are noise or vibration (5), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are fire / smoke (4), stalls / loses power (3), electrical failure (2).
- Airbags (9): the most common themes are fails to deploy (5).
The 2000 Chrysler Cirrus has 99 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 Cirrus model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 104). Complaints peaked in 2007 (13 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 85,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (62 complaints, 3 recalls), 2001 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, plus 4 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 Chrysler Cirrus problems?
Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (29), brakes (hydraulic) (15), electrical (14).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Chrysler Cirrus get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus repair manual?
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