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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2C3HC56F4VH643543 · Checked Sep 17, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 6

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2C3HC56F4VH•••••• 1997 Chrysler LHS

This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 1997 Chrysler LHS build (6 vs 3).

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63on the model
21builds in total
Most reported Engine And Engine Cooling 2 Seats 1 Suspension 1 Fuel System 1

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Electrical System May 2012
I was driving several months ago and my dash light went black. It stopped working. They did not work for several months. Then a week ago they came back on while I was driving. Tonight, after a week of working dash lights, they suddenly stopped working again as I was driving down…
Exterior Lighting Feb 2006
The headlight housing can not be removed to replace a burned out headlight bulb. There are two bolts that need to be removed for each headlight. One of the two bolts can not be removed as the nut holding the bolt rotates inside the plastic housing and will not let the bolt be…
Engine And Engine Cooling Jan 2004
I drive a 1997 chrysler lhs. I have 2 issues both covered under recalls that chrysler has performed. 1. Evaporator failed - chrysler added an addendum to increase the warranty on this to 71,000 miles. Mine failed at 53k and I had a independant mechanic repair my car. Total cost…
Suspension Feb 2003
The consumer lost control of the steering. The dealer stated the lower ball joint had worn out completely. *jb
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Driver's side seat backrest broke due to broken bolt while driving. The entire seat collapsed backwards when driver entered. Been to dealer & mechanic installed bolt on the side of seat & a put a board in back. On 11/14 was informed vehicle should not have left shop with a board…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2C3HC56F4VH643543 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.