Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Chrysler LHS

Table 1 shows two common structure related problems of the 1997 Chrysler LHS.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chrysler LHS

Problem Category Number of Problems
Frame And Members problems
1
Hood Hinge problems
1

Frame And Members problem #1

Vehicle was handling rough, dealer determined that submount frame was worn on all sides and needed to be replaced. .

Hood Hinge problem #2

Supports for hood on this car are 2 gas struts, rather the normal metal springs and arms. There is no other device to make sure the hood will stay open. When this failure occurs it can result in serious injury to anyone doing under hood service.


Structure related problems in other Chrysler LHS model year vehicles:



Fuel Economy of LHS Vehicles
LHS Service Bulletins
LHS Safety Recalls
LHS Defect Investigations