AI Damage1997 Chrysler Chrysler TC: common problems
Owners of the 1997 Chrysler Chrysler TC filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and latches, locks, linkages. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 4
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 25% of all complaints
- 2 Latches, locks, linkages 25% of all complaints
- 3 Parking brake 25% of all complaints
- 4 Steering 25% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 1 complaints (25% of all).
- Latches, locks, linkages: 1 complaints (25% of all).
- Parking brake: 1 complaints (25% of all).
- Steering: 1 complaints (25% of all).
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 4 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The airbag light stays on, the horn does not work and cruise control does not work. I understand this is a defective part with over 125,000 replacement items sold and a $250 repair. Chrysler should cover the cost of this repair.
There are 2 pneumatic cylinders that hold the rear hatch door in the open (lifted) position. Recently, the bolt that secures one end of it to the vehicle broke and the door fell and hit me on the shoulders ( it is quite heavy).
Emergency brake seemed to work properly at first, then it would not hold even on level ground.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 15,521 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 42% most complained about).
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Latches, locks, linkages. Door, hood and tailgate latches, especially near the impact.
- Parking brake. Electric parking brake, codes, calipers.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chrysler Chrysler TC?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, latches, locks, linkages, parking brake. Total complaints: 4. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: airbag warning light (25%), steering or power steering problems (25%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 1997 Chrysler Chrysler TC?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 1997 Chrysler Chrysler TC from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 1997 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.