1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE
2 recalls, 236 complaints - 100 TSBs
04V021000 Jan 13, 2004
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK MAY FAIL AND ALLOW THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY REMOVED. AN INOPERATIVE INTERLOCK MAY ALSO ALLOW THE KEY TO BE REMOVED WHEN THE SHIFTER HAS NOT BEEN PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION.
Consequence
EITHER CIRCUMSTANCE MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AWAY WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW LOAD-LIMITING PUSH ROD INTO THE FLOOR SHIFTER LEVER OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
98V184000 Aug 6, 1998
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.
Consequence
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RI... Read more
Complaint Statistics
236 total complaints
12 crashes 5 fires 15 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 30 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 15 |
| STEERING | 13 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 11 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 8 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 7 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 7 |
| SUSPENSION | 5 |
AIR BAGS
Jul 27, 2015
Incident date: May 9, 2014
I'M SORRY, BUT I DON'T REMEMBER THE EXACT MILAGE ON THE CAR. THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 40 , BUT I WAS NOT GOING THAT FAST BECAUSE 1) THE ROAD WAS WET BECAUSE IT HAD JUST RAINED LIGHTLY, MAYBE 8 MINUTES PRIOR 2) I SAW THE OTHER DRIVER'S CAR WAS IN MY LANE. I WAS HIT PRETTY MUCH HEAD ON. MY AIR BAGS DID ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 29, 2013
Incident date: Jul 15, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED IN THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 98V184000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL SMELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. T... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 29, 2013
Incident date: Jul 15, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED IN THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 98V184000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL SMELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. T... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 5, 2012
Incident date: Jul 3, 2012
QUICK-STRUTS AFTER MARKET REPLACEMENT PARTS MAY BE DEFECTIVE. THIS PRODUCT IS CALLED A MONROE QUICK- STRUT. THE FAILED PART WAS RETURNED FOR WARRANTY REPLACEMENT: PART #171939. THE TOP OF THE STRUT, NUT, AND STEAL WASHER "TORE FREE" OF THE PLATE WHICH COMPRESSES THE SPRING. THE 'TOP PLATE'... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 27, 2011
Incident date: Sep 1, 2010
STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON MY 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LXI 3.5L VIN F. THIS CAR WAS BOUGHT USED IN SEPTEMBER 2010 AND THE ODOR HAS BECOME MUCH STRONGER IN THE PAST 3 MONTHS. I AM FEARING A FIRE MAY OCCUR. GAS MILEAGE HAS GREATLY DECREASED TO ABOUT 12-15 MPH. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Feb 6, 2011
Incident date: Feb 6, 2011
WE SMELLED GAS FROM THE ENGINE AREA. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION NOTED A LEAK IN THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM . GAS WAS DRIPPING EVERY 1 SECOND NEAR THE O RING BY THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL. HELP!. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A 3.5L ENGINE BUT A 3.3L 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. I KNOW THE 3.5L HAD A RECALL ON THIS DID THE... Read more
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT
Jan 21, 2010
Incident date: Jan 1, 1901
1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. REQUESTING INFORMATION ABOUT INJURIES CAUSED BY FAILED CAR JACK. *NJ THE CONSUMER WAS INJURED WHEN THE JACK COLLAPSED. (LAWYER WROTE IN ON BEHALF OF CLIENT). *JB UPDATED 05/11/10.*JB UPDATED 05/07/10.*JB UPDATED 03/12/10 UPDATED 06/25/10.*JB
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nov 9, 2009
Incident date: Oct 15, 2009
1. "BUSY RATTLE", NOT LOUD, BUT CONTINUOUS, MOST NOTICEABLE ON SMOOTH ROADS ABOVE 30 MPH, FROM FRONT FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY, FOUR MOUNTING BOLTS. THE SUB-FRAME ASSEMBLY IS ALSO CALLED THE "MOTOR CARRIER" AND IS BOLTED FROM THE BOTTOM UP TO THE FRAME (ABOVE). EACH BOLT GOES THROUGH A LARGE RUBBER BUSHI... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Nov 9, 2009
Incident date: Oct 15, 2009
1. "BUSY RATTLE", NOT LOUD, BUT CONTINUOUS, MOST NOTICEABLE ON SMOOTH ROADS ABOVE 30 MPH, FROM FRONT FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY, FOUR MOUNTING BOLTS. THE SUB-FRAME ASSEMBLY IS ALSO CALLED THE "MOTOR CARRIER" AND IS BOLTED FROM THE BOTTOM UP TO THE FRAME (ABOVE). EACH BOLT GOES THROUGH A LARGE RUBBER BUSHI... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Sep 12, 2009
Incident date: Apr 5, 2008
I'VE HAD A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX FOR ABOUT 1 YR. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION 99% OF THE TIME I HAVE TO KEEP TURNING THE KEY UNTIL IT TURNS ON, IF IT EVEN DOES, AND A FEW MONTHS AGO EVERYTIME MY CAR DOES TURN ON, ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING AND ... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Sep 12, 2009
Incident date: Apr 5, 2008
I'VE HAD A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX FOR ABOUT 1 YR. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION 99% OF THE TIME I HAVE TO KEEP TURNING THE KEY UNTIL IT TURNS ON, IF IT EVEN DOES, AND A FEW MONTHS AGO EVERYTIME MY CAR DOES TURN ON, ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING AND ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Sep 12, 2009
Incident date: Apr 5, 2008
I'VE HAD A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX FOR ABOUT 1 YR. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION 99% OF THE TIME I HAVE TO KEEP TURNING THE KEY UNTIL IT TURNS ON, IF IT EVEN DOES, AND A FEW MONTHS AGO EVERYTIME MY CAR DOES TURN ON, ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING AND ... Read more
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 12, 2009
Incident date: Apr 5, 2008
I'VE HAD A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX FOR ABOUT 1 YR. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION 99% OF THE TIME I HAVE TO KEEP TURNING THE KEY UNTIL IT TURNS ON, IF IT EVEN DOES, AND A FEW MONTHS AGO EVERYTIME MY CAR DOES TURN ON, ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING AND ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 12, 2009
Incident date: Apr 5, 2008
I'VE HAD A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX FOR ABOUT 1 YR. IT HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION 99% OF THE TIME I HAVE TO KEEP TURNING THE KEY UNTIL IT TURNS ON, IF IT EVEN DOES, AND A FEW MONTHS AGO EVERYTIME MY CAR DOES TURN ON, ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING AND ... Read more
STEERING
Jul 22, 2009
Incident date: Jan 1, 1999
MOUNTING SUPPORT BUSHINGS TO "RACK & PINION" BECOME BRITTLE AND ALLOW MOVEMENT OF RACK WHICH REDUCES STEERING RESPONSE. DURING COLD WEATHER THE PROBLEM IS ALSO NOTICEABLE AS A SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL 'BACK AND FORTH'. THE HEAT FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE IS DIRECTLY BELOW THE RACK AND T... Read more
STEERING
Dec 29, 2008
Incident date: Jul 21, 2008
A POPPING SOUND WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. STEERING WHEEL CONSTANTLY VIBRATES AND HAS SINCE I'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE. A JULY 2008 SAFETY INSPECTION REVEALED "EXCESSIVE PLAY" IN THE STEERING LINKAGE AND LEFT OUTER TIEROD WAS BAD. REPAIRS PERFORMED ... Read more
STEERING
Apr 28, 2008
Incident date: Apr 26, 2007
I HAVE A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE AND WHILE DRIVING HAD THE TIE ROD BOLTS BREAK COMPLETELY OFF FROM THE RACK, SINCE I HAVE HAD THE BUSHINGS AND BOLTS REPLACED TWICE, AND AM STILL IN NEED OF RACK MOUNT BUSHINGS AS THEY HAVE FAILED AND I NOW ONCE AGAIN FEEL THE CAR FLOATING WHERE EVER IT WANTS TO GO ON ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Apr 4, 2008
Incident date: Feb 8, 2008
MY HUSBAND, 2 CHILDREN, AGES 4 AND 6, AND MYSELF WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN OUR 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE SUDDENLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND STARTED ROLLING BACKWARD DOWN A HILL. WE HADN'T HAD ANY PROBLEMS UP TO THIS POINT. OUR CAR ONLY HAS 40,000 ORIGINAL MILES ON IT. A TRANSMISSION REPAIR FIR... Read more
4 injured
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Sep 22, 2007
Incident date: Sep 20, 2007
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE FROM AN INDIVIDUAL PARTY. 2 DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR, MY BOYFRIEND HAD PARKED ALONG THE STREET IN FRONT OF A FRIENDS HOUSE FOR A MOMENT, AND HAD JUST BEGAN TO PULL AWAY FROM THE CURB, WHEN HE HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE. AT THE SAME TIME, HE WAS TURNING T... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Mar 26, 2007
Incident date: Mar 21, 2007
ON 03/21/2007 I WAS COMING FROM WORK AND SMELLED GASOLINE, ON HAVING MY VEHICLE CHECKED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL RAIL AND THE FUEL LINE HAD BECOME DISENGAGED. AS I HAD THE FUEL RAIL CHANGED UNDER A RECALL ORDER BACK IN 11/2007, I CONTACTED THE DEALER THAT HAD COMPLETED T... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Mar 26, 2007
Incident date: Mar 21, 2007
ON 03/21/2007 I WAS COMING FROM WORK AND SMELLED GASOLINE, ON HAVING MY VEHICLE CHECKED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL RAIL AND THE FUEL LINE HAD BECOME DISENGAGED. AS I HAD THE FUEL RAIL CHANGED UNDER A RECALL ORDER BACK IN 11/2007, I CONTACTED THE DEALER THAT HAD COMPLETED T... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Nov 6, 2006
Incident date: Nov 4, 2006
I HAVE A 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORD. I HAVE ONE CAR SEAT AND ONE BOOSTER SEAT IN THE BACK SEAT. THE SEAT BELT HOLDING MY CAR SEAT HAS COME UNBUCKLED OVER 10 TIMES WITH JUST MY SON THROWING HIS TOYS DOWN ON THE SEAT FROM THE CAR SEAT. THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN IN MY HUSBAND'S SUV SO I THINK THAT IT IS A DEFECT... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 26, 2006
Incident date: Oct 18, 2006
LEAKING FUEL INJECTOR ON MY 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. I BELIEVE THAT THIS WAS A RECALL ITEM THAT WAS NOT REPAIRED PROPERLY. THIS IA A LOW MILEAGE AUTO WHICH IS DRIVEN BY A SENIOR CITIZEN. *NM
SUSPENSION
Oct 11, 2006
Incident date: Mar 8, 2006
HAVE HAD TO REPLACE ALL BUSHINGS, IN FRONT END, INCLUDING MOTOR MOUNT. ALL HAVE WORN PREMATURELY AND WERE VERY EXPENSIVE. STILL HAVE STEERING BUSHING TO BE REPLACED THAT CAUSES DRIFT, BUT UNABLE AT THIS TIME TO AFFORD. REALLY DISAPPOINTED THAT NO RECALL HAS SURFACED ON THESE ESSENTIAL PARTS. *JB
AIR BAGS
Sep 26, 2006
Incident date: Sep 25, 2005
AIR BAG LIGHT ON FOR YEARS. JUST REMOVED CLOCK SPRING . COMPONENT IS FAULTY. SUSPECT THERE ARE MANY LIKE THIS. *NM
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Sep 11, 2006
Incident date: Sep 11, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE'S FRONT END RATTLED AND SHOOK AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE FRONT TIE ROD ENDS AND BUSHINGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED FOR THE THIRD TIME IN THREE YEARS. THE FIRST TIME IN AUGUST 2003, THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL FELL OFF. THE SECOND TIME IN JUNE 200... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Aug 23, 2006
Incident date: Jul 20, 2006
1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LEFT FRONT TIRE AND RIM DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. *KB ALL THE LUG NUTS WERE TORN OFF. THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIE ROD HAD BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. *JB
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Aug 23, 2006
Incident date: Jul 20, 2006
1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LEFT FRONT TIRE AND RIM DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. *KB ALL THE LUG NUTS WERE TORN OFF. THE CONSUMER STATED THE TIE ROD HAD BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Aug 3, 2006
Incident date: Aug 3, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE SLOWED TO A STOP, THE BRAKES BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND THE PEDAL DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR. AT 5 MPH THE ABS ENGAGED AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THE PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT AND OCCURRED 40 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO YEARS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REFERRED THE CO... Read more
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Jul 25, 2006
Incident date: Jul 22, 2006
AFTER HITTING BUMP IN ROAD 96 CHRYSLER CONCORDE STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. UPON INSPECTION THE INNER TIE ROD BUSHING WAS MISSING. THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 24, 2006
Incident date: Dec 5, 2000
1996 CONCORDE RACK AND PINION FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. *TS ***NAR*** THE TRANSAXLE LEAKED, THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Mar 24, 2006
Incident date: Dec 5, 2000
1996 CONCORDE RACK AND PINION FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. *TS ***NAR*** THE TRANSAXLE LEAKED, THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
Mar 24, 2006
Incident date: Dec 5, 2000
1996 CONCORDE RACK AND PINION FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. *TS ***NAR*** THE TRANSAXLE LEAKED, THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Mar 24, 2006
Incident date: Dec 5, 2000
1996 CONCORDE RACK AND PINION FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED AT LEAST 3 TIMES. *TS ***NAR*** THE TRANSAXLE LEAKED, THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH WAS REPLACED. *JB
EQUIPMENT
Jan 17, 2006
Incident date: Dec 21, 2005
WHEN USING 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE EXPERIENCED THE CAR'S FLOOR SHIFT LEVER JUMPED FROM PARK TO DRIVE WHILE IN A DRIVEWAY. THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY RECALLED (C45) AND REPAIRED ON 10/11/2004. THERE WAS DAMAGE TO A GARAGE DOOR. PER THE INSURANCE AGENT I NOTIFIED CHRYSLER, THE ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP, AND THIS... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Jan 17, 2006
Incident date: Dec 21, 2005
WHEN USING 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE EXPERIENCED THE CAR'S FLOOR SHIFT LEVER JUMPED FROM PARK TO DRIVE WHILE IN A DRIVEWAY. THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY RECALLED (C45) AND REPAIRED ON 10/11/2004. THERE WAS DAMAGE TO A GARAGE DOOR. PER THE INSURANCE AGENT I NOTIFIED CHRYSLER, THE ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP, AND THIS... Read more
Crash
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jul 13, 2005
Incident date: Jul 13, 2005
DT: CONSUMER STATED THE RACK AND PINION CONTINUED TO WEAR OUT WHICH CAUSED THE CAR THE CONSUMER TO VEER OFF TO THE CENTER LINE. THE FIRST TIME IT FAILED, THE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 46,000 MILES ON IT. IT JUST TAKES OFF IN ANY DIRECTION LEFT OR RIGHT ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY CO... Read more
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jun 14, 2005
Incident date: Jun 15, 2004
DT: THE CONTACT HAD THE INNER TIE ROD REPLACED FOUR TIMES. SEVERAL REPAIR SHOPS AND OTHER VEHICLE OWNERS TOLD HER THIS WAS NOT A GOOD CAR. TALSO, HE RACK AND PINION WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WILL NOT TURN.*AK
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Jun 14, 2005
Incident date: Jun 15, 2004
DT: THE CONTACT HAD THE INNER TIE ROD REPLACED FOUR TIMES. SEVERAL REPAIR SHOPS AND OTHER VEHICLE OWNERS TOLD HER THIS WAS NOT A GOOD CAR. TALSO, HE RACK AND PINION WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WILL NOT TURN.*AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Apr 8, 2005
Incident date: Jun 1, 2004
'RECALL CAMPAIGN' TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFTER IGNITION/PARK INTERLOCK. *BF PRIOR TO HAVING THE RECALL WORK DONE THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT DUE TO THE FAULTY INTERLOCK SYSTEM. *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Apr 7, 2005
Incident date: Apr 4, 2005
WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMNET. CONSUMER LEARNED LATER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL PERTAINING TO THIS ISSUE, BUT SHE WAS NEVER NOTIFIED. VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. *AK
Fire
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jan 25, 2005
Incident date: Dec 3, 2004
WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE RACK AND PINION WAS WORN. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED IT TWICE, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 11, 2005
Incident date: Oct 24, 2004
WHILE DRIVING STEPPED ON THE BRAKE AND HEARD A POPPING NOISE. THERE WAS SMOKE, THE BRAKE LINE HAD BROKEN, A FIRE ALMOST STARTED HOWEVER, THE CONSUMER HAD TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF IN TIME.*AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Dec 28, 2004
WHILE TRAVELING AT 55 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR CHECK UP, AND RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN FOR THE SECOND TIME.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE HEATER STARTED HAVING PROBLEM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Dec 28, 2004
WHILE TRAVELING AT 55 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR CHECK UP, AND RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN FOR THE SECOND TIME.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE HEATER STARTED HAVING PROBLEM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Dec 30, 2004
Incident date: Dec 28, 2004
WHILE TRAVELING AT 55 MPH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR CHECK UP, AND RESULTS SHOWED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN FOR THE SECOND TIME.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE HEATER STARTED HAVING PROBLEM... Read more
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Dec 3, 2004
Incident date: Dec 1, 2004
VEHICLE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH ENGINE MADE LOUD NOISE. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR CHECKUP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE BUSHINGS AND BOLTS WERE FALLING APART, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DROP.*AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Dec 3, 2004
Incident date: Dec 1, 2004
VEHICLE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH ENGINE MADE LOUD NOISE. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR CHECKUP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE BUSHINGS AND BOLTS WERE FALLING APART, CAUSING THE ENGINE TO DROP.*AK
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nov 12, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
FIRST IT WAS THE RACK & PINION GOING OUT ON MY 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. CHRYSLER DID REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY. NOW THE TIE-RODS HAVE FAILED - NOT COVERED UNDER CHRYSLER'S EXTENDED WARRANTY. *JB
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Oct 19, 2004
Incident date: Oct 19, 2004
THE VEHICLE WAS KEPT AT THE DEALERSHIP OVER THE WEEKEND TO PERFORM NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V021000. WHEN THE OWNER DROVE THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE REVVED HIGH BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN OVER-DRIVE. THE CONSUMER ALSO HAD DIFFICULTY MOVING THE FLOOR SHIFTER. THE DEALERSHIP STATED THEY MAY HAVE T... Read more
Showing 50 of 236 complaints.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1996 CHRYSLER CONCORDE
100 manufacturer communications from 92 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 010000 STEERING | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 5 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 5 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 4 |
| 220000 SEATS | 4 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 4 |
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
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31-006-19
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160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100519
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160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
0807317
Aug 11, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nec
0807317
Aug 11, 2017
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nec
23027
Aug 23, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. P
23104
Aug 22, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
23104
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
23137
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for id
Volume 2, Issue
Aug 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
20244
Aug 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock a
22958
Aug 17, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifyin
22867
Aug 17, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. S
22892
Aug 17, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 553720
20616
Aug 12, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement par
Volume 2, Issue
Jun 2, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
592000 CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP (SECURES TOP OF CHILD SEAT TO VEHICLE)
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
23-014-15
Apr 23, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for th
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
2401305
Aug 4, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
0700202
Feb 4, 2002
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING LOW OR NO CABIN HEAD, ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM SYSTEM FILL PROCEDURE. *TT
0900801
Nov 2, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING CAMSHAFT / BEARING SERVICE. *TT
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
1900101
Mar 23, 2001
010000 STEERING
SOME OWNERS MAY EXPERIENCE LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
2304600
Dec 29, 2000
220000 SEATS
ON SOME VEHICLES THE FRONT SEAT CUSHION PAN CRACKED OR THE MOUNTING WELD NUTS BROKE LOOSE. *JB
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
2300800B
Nov 24, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
2303900
Oct 20, 2000
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
INFORMATION ON DOOR GLASS LIFT PLATE SERVICE. *TT
1900300B
Oct 6, 2000
010000 STEERING
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
0042
Sep 13, 2000
010000 STEERING
ADVANCE SERVICE INFORMATION FOR LOOSE STEERING. *TT
190300A
Sep 8, 2000
010000 STEERING
EXPERIENCING LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
070200
Jun 16, 2000
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ENGINE OVERHEATING AND / OR COOLANT BOTTLE FAILURES AFTER SERVICE HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM. *TT
190300
Jun 2, 2000
010000 STEERING
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE A LOOSE FEEL OR CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE WHEEL IS MOVED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. *TT
230800
Mar 3, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
080600
Feb 25, 2000
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
0006
Feb 18, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION REGARDING EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR REFRIGERANT LEAKS IN THE A/C EVAPORATOR COIL ON SUBJECT VEHICLES. *TT
230200
Feb 4, 2000
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING INTERNAL EMERGENCY TRUNK RELEASES FOR SELECTION VEHICLES. *TT
021699
Dec 31, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONSTANT LEAD OR PULL ON A FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *TT
190899
Dec 31, 1999
010000 STEERING
INFORMATION WHEN SERVICING THE INNER TIE ROD END TO STEERING GEAR ATTACHMENTS. *TT
083799
Nov 12, 1999
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT
233599REVA
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
090599
Sep 24, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIP STICK) HANDLE MAY BE BROKEN OR CRACKED. *TT
210599A
Sep 3, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS BULLETIN ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY AND INSTALLATION OF A RESUABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PAN GASKET. *TT
233599
Sep 3, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
211099
Jun 25, 1999
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
SUBJECT REGARDING AUXILIARY DIFFERENTIAL VENT. *TT
081399
May 7, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH HEX CODE $3E OR $42, POSSIBLE SAGS / HESITATION OR ROUGH IDLE. *TT
210699
Apr 2, 1999
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CONDITIONS WITH INTERMITTENT LOSS OF SPEED CONTROL. *TT
210499
Feb 26, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION ON 1999 RUNNING CHANGES TO TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) *TT
081798
Dec 30, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON - OFF SWITCHES. *YC
250298
Oct 23, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING - OBD II "CARB" READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC
190798
Oct 2, 1998
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
INFORMATION ON STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BUSHING SERVICE. *AK
183298
Sep 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *YC
081798 REV B
Sep 18, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING THE AIRBAG ON-OFF SWITCHES. *YC
232898
Jul 2, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
WATER AND / OR DUST COLLECTION IN THE SPARE TIRE WELL OR AT THE TRUNK FLOOR TO QUARTER PANEL SEAM. *YC
210298
Jun 26, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSTIC / DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENTS, TRANSAXLE THAT INCORPORATES A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) ONLY. REDUCES A SHUDDER CONDITION THAT MAY BE EXPERIENCED DURING LIGHT THROTTLE 1-2 UPSHIFT. *AK
980327181598
Jun 11, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
A LIGHT SURGE MAY BE EXPERIENCED BETWEEN 42 AND 50 MILES PER HOUR AFTER/DURING ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CLUTCH CONTROL (EMCC) OPERATION. *YC
020398
May 29, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE LEADS OR PULLS ON FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *YC
980206091097
May 18, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SYMPTOMS WITH ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR TUBE. *YC
210798
Apr 24, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT ON DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT. *AK
081698
Apr 17, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
240198
Mar 6, 1998
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURES TO SERVICE THE HVAC HOUSING A/C EVAPORATOR/HEATER CORE. *YC
091097
Feb 6, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
CONCERNS WITH RUSTY ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDIACATOR TUBE. *NLM
090997
Dec 19, 1997
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION ON ALUMINUM ENGINE COMPONENTS. *NLM
140897
Nov 21, 1997
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON POOR DRIVABILITY WITH HIGH DI (DRIVABILITY INDEX) FUEL. *NLM
020897
Oct 3, 1997
020000 SUSPENSION
CONDITIONS WITH VEHICLE LEADS OR PULLS ON A FLAT NON-CROWNED ROAD. *YC
0832097
Sep 19, 1997
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION REGARDING NHTSA AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *NLM
970919083297
Sep 19, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. *YC
241197
Jul 11, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONCERNS WITH A/C EVAPORATOR ODOR. *NLM
234097
Jul 3, 1997
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
CONCERNS WITH SUNFOOF SUNSHADE BINDING. *NLM
020697
Jun 27, 1997
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
VEHICLE LEAD TO RIGHT UNDER ACCELERATION. *TW
220197
Jun 13, 1997
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT. *NLM
130197
Jun 13, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
CONCERNS WITH POPPING, OIL CANNING OR METALLIC NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *NLM
210997
May 16, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION ON 41TE/42LE SERVICE INFORMATION. *NLM
240897
May 9, 1997
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
CONCERN ON WATER INGESTION INTO HEATER A/C HOUSING.. *NLM
181897
May 9, 1997
350000 EQUIPMENT
CONCERNS WITH OBDII READINESS CODE RETENTION, FRDERAL PACKAGES. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CONCERNS WITH ENGINE COOLANT USAGE. *NLM
070397
May 9, 1997
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
VARIOUS CAR OWNER'S HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN USING ENGINE COOLANTS MADE WITH PROPYLENE GLYCOL INSTEAD OF ETHYLENE GLYCOL. *YC
240997
May 9, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES EVAPORATOR LEAKS. *NLM
231997
Apr 4, 1997
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
IF A WARPED OR POOR FITTING PASSENGER AIRBAG DOOR EXISTS, THE AIRBAG DOOR CAN NOW BE SERVICED SEPARATE FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY. *TW
970314210597
Mar 14, 1997
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
CONDITION WITH TRANAXLE SHUDDER DURING A 3RD GEAR TO 3RD GEAR PARTIAL EMCC ( ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) ENGAGEMENT, 3RD GEAR PARTIAL EMCC TO 4TH GEAR PARTIAL EMCC ENGAGEMENT, OR 4TH GEAR TO 4TH GEAR EMCC ENGAGEMENT. *YC
210597
Mar 14, 1997
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONCERNS WITH 41TE/42LE TRANSAXLE SHUDDER DURING AN EMCC (ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) SHIFT. *NLM
230897
Mar 7, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES LOOSE BODY MOUNT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP . *NLM
210197
Feb 28, 1997
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
TRANSMISSION FLUID AUXILLARY COOLER. *TW
180997
Feb 28, 1997
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
VEHICLE SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER EMCC (LOCK UP) OPERATION/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 38. *TW
190397
Feb 14, 1997
010000 STEERING
STEERING GEAR COLD - SQUAWK NOISE. *TW
230397
Feb 14, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
DIFFICULT TO CLEAN LIGHT COLORED "CHALKY" RESIDUE FROM PLASTIC BODY COMPONENTS THAT ARE MOLDED IN BLACK. *TW
180297
Jan 24, 1997
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
ERRONEOUS MIL ILLUMINATION WITH HEX CODE $6A, ELIMINATION OF ERRONEOUS PCM RESET. *JD
051595
Dec 1, 1995
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
METALLIC KNOCKING OR RATTLING NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE HEARD AT LOW TO MEDIUM SPEEDS WHEN HITTING BUMPS. BULLETIN INVOLVES REPLACING THE FRONT SHOE AND LINING SET WITH REVISED PARTS.
081695REVA
Oct 1, 1995
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 08-16-95, DATED APR. 14, 1995. IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR **REPEATEDLY** PRESSES AND RELEASES THE SET BUTTON WITH THEIR FOOT OFF OF THE ACCELERATOR (A 'LIFT FOOT SET' TO BEGIN SPEED CONTROL OPER
NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHRYSLER CONCORDE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP04007
Opened: Oct 13, 2004 , Closed: Oct 27, 2004
FUEL RAIL, BRAKE FLUID, CHASSIS
ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2004, MR. ROBERT GALENTY OF ISELIN, NJ, PETITIONED THE AGENCY TO CONDUCT DEFECT INVESTIGATIONS OF CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 1993-1997 VEHICLES PRODUCED BY DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION.HIS PETITION IDENTIFIED THREE ISSUES OF CONCERN: 1) FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL INJECTOR RAILS; 2) BRAKE... Read more
EA99031
Opened: Oct 29, 1999 , Closed: Sep 13, 2001
STEERING SYSTEM RACK AND PINION
There is no summary currently available
PE99044
Opened: Jun 28, 1999 , Closed: Oct 29, 1999
STEERING SYSTEM RACK AND PINION
SINCE OPENING THE PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE), ODI HAS RECEIVED 6 ADDITIONAL COMPLAINTS.DURING THE PE IT WAS DETERMINED MULTIPLE FAILURE MODES ARE INVOLVED IN THIS MATTER.THE WARRANTY CLAIM RATE IS HIGH FOR A STEERING SYSTEM CONCERN.THE ISSUES REPORTED INVOLVE PREMATURE WEAR OUT AT THE RACK AND PINI... Read more
EA98025
Opened: Dec 31, 1998 , Closed: Aug 19, 1999
ENGINE CRADLE/CONTROL ARM BRACKET WELD
There is no summary currently available
RQ98018
Opened: Oct 7, 1998 , Closed: Jul 8, 2002
FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM FUEL LEAK
PE98022
Opened: Apr 14, 1998 , Closed: Aug 31, 1998
REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING ARM/BOLT
ALLEGED THAT THE REAR SUSPENSION TRAILING AND/OR ITS ATTACHMENT BOLT MAY FAIL, POSING A RISK OF LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND LOSS OF REAR SERVICE BRAKE OPERATION
EA98007
Opened: Mar 10, 1998 , Closed: Feb 1, 1999
FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE
NITRILE RUBBER SEALS USED IN THE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLIES OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES AT THE SUPPLY, RETURN, AND CROSSOVER TUBE FITTINGS, AND AT THE PRESSURE REGULATOR FAIL, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.ALSO, THE OUTLET (RIGHT) FUEL RAIL MAY LEAK FROM CRACKS AT CERTAIN MOLD GATES IN T... Read more
PE98014
Opened: Mar 6, 1998 , Closed: Jun 15, 1998
FUEL RAIL LEAKAGE
ALLEGED GASOLINE LEAKS FROM THE FUEL RAIL CROSS-OVER TUBE FITTINGS
EA95028
Opened: Sep 22, 1995 , Closed: Feb 24, 1997
UNDERHOOD FUEL LEAKS
A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT TREND HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED AT THIS TIME AND FURTHER USE OF AGENCY RESOURCES DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE WARRANTED.THE CLOSING OF THIS INVESTIGATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A FINDING BY NHTSA THAT NO SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT EXISTS.THE AGENCY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO TAKE FURTHER ACTION IF... Read more
EA95023
Opened: Aug 31, 1995 , Closed: Dec 31, 1996
WATER IN DEFROSTER SYSTEM
A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT TREND HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED AT THIS TIME AND FURTHER EXPENDITURE OF AGENCY RESOURCES DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE WARRANTED.THE CLOSING OF THIS INVESTIGATION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A FINDING BY NHTSA THAT A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT DOES NOT EXIST.THE AGENCY WILL TAKE FURTHER ACTION IF W... Read more
CHRYSLER CONCORDE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER CONCORDE across all model years (1993, 2004).
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Total Recalls
3,001
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
182
Reported Crashes
54
Reported Fires
5
Reported Deaths
CHRYSLER CONCORDE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.