Chrysler Concorde Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 30, 2023 · 1,567 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 1,567 owner complaints and 12 safety recalls on file for the Chrysler Concorde, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (333). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Chrysler Concorde
2002-2004 Chrysler Concorde LXi photographed in College Park, Maryland , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Peak: 1999, with 333 complaints
1995: 21919952191996: 16119961611997: 13419971341998: 17519981751999: 33319993332000: 30720003072001: 10620011062002: 652002652003: 272003272004: 40200440

n = 1,567 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chrysler Concorde years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Concorde year: 1999, 2000. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 Concorde: 333 complaints, 4 recalls
  2. 2000 Concorde: 307 complaints, 7 recalls
  3. 1995 Concorde: 219 complaints, 3 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2003 Concorde: 27 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2004 Concorde: 40 complaints, 1 recall
  3. 2002 Concorde: 65 complaints, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chrysler Concorde problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling problems639105
Steering problems175105
Power Train problems141108
Electrical System problems107103
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8998
Structure88104
Vehicle Speed Control81932
Visibility8191
Air Bags741043
Suspension7180
Fuel System, Gasoline6080
Seats5986
Equipment5781
Exterior Lighting4593
Latches/locks/linkages4190
Seat Belts3294
Tires1380
Wheels1261
Interior Lighting850
Engine751
Fuel/propulsion System760
Fuel System, Other740
Parking Brake540
Service Brakes422
Service Brakes, Air430
Electronic Stability Control (esc)330
Child Seat110
Trailer Hitches110
Visibility/wiper110

Chrysler Concorde problems by model year

Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.

All Chrysler Concorde model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2004 Concorde401—Engine and Engine CoolingFar fewer complaints than other years
2003 Concorde270—Engine and Engine CoolingFar fewer complaints than other years
2002 Concorde651—Engine and Engine CoolingFar fewer complaints than other years
2001 Concorde1063—Engine and Engine CoolingFewer complaints than other years
2000 Concorde3077—Engine and Engine CoolingFar more complaints than other years
1999 Concorde3334—Engine and Engine CoolingFar more complaints than other years
1998 Concorde1752—Engine and Engine CoolingMore complaints than other years
1997 Concorde1342—Engine and Engine CoolingAbout as many complaints as other years
1996 Concorde1612—SteeringAbout as many complaints as other years
1995 Concorde2193—Power TrainMore complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chrysler Concorde years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 1999 (333), 2000 (307) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Concorde year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chrysler Concorde?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 639 complaints across 10 model years.

How many recalls does the Chrysler Concorde have?

12 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.