Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chrysler concorde. While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle decelerated without warning to approximately 55 MPH. The contact stated that she heard a knocking noise coming from the engine. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of failure. The failure mileage was 97,000 and current mileage was 98,400.
1998 Chrysler Concorde engine complaints
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I would like to file a complaint with daimler-chrysler regarding the longevity of their automobiles. Thiswas the second vehicle that failed between 100,000 and 110,000 with proper maintenance and upkeep. I had problems with the headlights, door seals, the automatic seats and now the engine. I took the car to chrysler dealer, and the service department manager told me I had a bad rod and the engine was virtually shot and wasn't worth fixing. He said he was ashamed to say the 2.7 engines were junk. I have researched my car and found out that there were a lot of others with the same, if not more problems than what I had, which indicated that daimler-chrysler should be ashamed of for not caring or making good for their mistakes instead of ignoring them! This car has had many other problems, including electrical problems with door locks, the power seats, and the seals from around the doors. I made the mistake of not researching the vehicle before I bought it. I will never do that again! I just wish that daimler-chrysler would care more about their cars, and the consumers that were buying them, and then maybe they would have more sales since their customer service stinks. I really didn't want to say a true statement about service for daimler-chrysler problems. I will never buy a daimler-chrysler product again, as per my own experiences with problems and the responses from the company. If I have no satisfaction from this email, which I know will not happen!, I will make sure that others know what I have been through!, especially will all the veterans that I know and have contacts with since september 11, 2001.
I was driving my 1998 chrysler concord to the hospital on a highway with my wife and my 5 month old baby, then all the sudden, and with no warning the car just stopped . I got a towtruck and I spent 2,000 to rebuilt the engine but still the car is not working properly.I have no idea what triged the engine failue especially that I keep changing oil and tune up every 3 months.
Timing chain broke.
Dt*: the contact stated there was a tapping noise in the engine when started, which continued as the engine ran. When the vehicle would not start, an independent mechanic went to the contact's residence to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer informed the contact there was no recall for the engine of that year, make and model.
My engine failed with no warning at all while driving.
On the morning of 10/20/2006, my husband was driving to work in our 1998 chrysler concorde. He was in rush hour traffic and the engine started knocking and losing power, the oil light also came on when he stopped. He was able to make it to work and park the car. Only to be told by a certified mechanic that we have "engine failure" and need a new engine. More than likely due to "oil sludge"...whatever that is. We have had the oil changed in this car every 3,000 miles with synthetic oil since purchasing it from my parents in 2001. My parents had purchased the vehicle new and also had the oil changed every 3,000 miles. Our mechanic told us this "oil sludge" and engine failure is a major problem with these cars that have the 2.7l engine. We can not afford a new engine let alone a rebuilt engine. My husband has no transportation to work now, as we have 5 children 3 of them under 3, and I can't be without a vehicle due to our middle daughter's health problems and 3 weekly doctor appointments. My husband's job is in the city which is a 30 - 45 minute commute. Now my husband is having to take a bus to work and has to add 2 additional hours on to his commute time. Less time with family and a car with 72,000 miles that we can't drive!!! Chrysler's own mechanics admit the defect with the 2.7l engines, why won't the company acknowledge the problem. I'll tell you why......having to stand up and take responsibility for their defective engine would totally bankrupt them. Not to mention tarnish the "mercedes-benz" affiliation. Since hearing this I have researched this and have found thousands of people with the same problem and chrysler won't do a [xxx] thing about it!!! My parents have been loyal chrysler owners since their first new car 40 years ago......I doubt that they will continue to be. *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 MPH on the freeway there was a loud noise and the vehicle stalled suddenly without warning. The check engine light illuminated at the time of the incident. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. A independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined the engine failed and a new engine would have to be installed. The contact maintained oil changes every 3,000 miles. On one occasion, the oil light illuminated indicating the oil was low, but the oil was at the proper spot when checked. When the contact accelerated the vehicle, blue smoke came out of the exhaust. The vehicle also failed the smog check.
I have a 1998 chrysler concord that received routine maintenance. While driving on day, I heard a knocking noise come from the engine. I pulled over and turned the car off. The car never cut back on and the mechanic stated that the engine locked up. I phoned several engine repair companies and was notified that they receive many complaints / requests for the engines. They also stated that the concord had one of the worst performing and the most expensive engines.
Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle stalled while attempting to accelerate at an intersection. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to an independent repair shop who determined that the engine failed because there was sludge in the oil. The engine needs to be replaced. Updated 11/21/06.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, there was a rattling noise coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle stalled completely, and the power steering failed. The vehicle was taken to a independent repair shop. The mechanic determined that the engine had dropped a valve, and that the vehicle needed a complete engine replacement. There were no repairs were made.
I own a 1998 chrysler concorde lxi and currently the mileage on this car is around 84000. On june 28, 2006, while driving, suddenly engine making a rattling noise without any warning or indications, and lost power and turned off. After obtaining three different expert opinions from different mechanics, I have been told that the engine has failed and I have two options - either put a new engine or junk it. The estimated cost of repair is around $6000. I called the chrysler today (july 2, 2006) and received a file number (it is 15115756). At the end of the call, I was told that chrysler cannot help in this matter. I have the understanding that chrysler has received many complaints about this problem and in many cases, they have got the cars repairs at their cost. Keeping in view the many people complaining about this, I feel that chrysler need to look into this very carefully and must take the responsibility of having it repaired at their cost. I never expected this kind of trouble with this car, especially from a pioneer manufacturing automaker company like chrysler.
While driving the engine started making a noise then lost power. I had it towed to a local repair shop who believes that the "wrist pin" may have failed and the only way to find out for sure is to tear it down. They don't recommend repairing due to the amount of work and other potential engine problems but to replace the whole engine. Cost $2000 - $3000. I called chrysler and received a file number. They will not commit to anything until a authorize chrysler repair shop diagnosis the problem and of course I will have to pay for the diagnosis. The vehicle is only 8 years old and only has 55,000 miles on it. I would think an engine has a longer life than that!
Vehicle.
Dt*: the contact stated while at an intersection, the temperature gauge elevated to the red area, and smoke came out from under the hood. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where it was determined the bleeder valve ab connector had melted. After this was replaced it was determined the engine needed to be replaced as a result of the failure. The manufacturer was alerted.
The connecting rod bearings in my 1998 concord failed, causing excessive knocking and loss of oil pressure leading to noise in the top end. .because of the high demand for these 2.7 liter engines the repair cost is impossible for me.
Car will not start after short drive. You have to wait one hour between restarts. Many attempts to repair at our local five star dealer. Fuel filter was changed, radiator,oxygen. Sensor,fuel pump. We were told that ethanol fuel was the issue, and to only use premium. This has not resolved the issue . We have spent thousands on repairs with no solution.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 MPH all lights on the dashboard illuminated as the vehicle began to smoke from under the hood. Although no visible flames were seen, the fire department was not contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for initial inspection. The dealership determined the timing belt broke causing the valve to burn out destroying the engine.
Dt: the contact was driving on 10-29-05 when vehicle just died. He thought he had gotten bad gas. Had it towed and the mechanic, who told him that engine locked. He had no problems with the car prior to this. Also, had no warning prior to the incident.
While driving 3 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer was not able to restart the vehicle. Check engine light appeared on the dashboard. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic determined that the engine needed to be replaced. *ak
Consumer check engine light came on and was told that he would need a new computer. *ts ***nar received 9-28-05*** the consumer was living in germany at the time and the chrysler dealer there was unable to get the part from the states for two months. The consumer requested a rental but was told that since his chrysler came from the states the couldn't authorize a rental. The consumer rented a vehicle from 4/29/05 - 7/19/05 and request reimburse from chrysler for the cost.
3/2/05 I left the car repair shop getting 2 sensors for my transmission replaced, I drove away, within 30 minutes of leaving, the engine began making loud clicking noises that then became a noise similar to a diesal engine running. I drove a total of approximately 4 miles, was sitting at a stop sign waiting to enter onto a main road, my engine just shut down. I was not able to restart the engine and unless I replace it for roughly $3500 the car is no longer able to be used. That is only the cost of the replacement engine without the labor charge included...adding that will be an astronomical amount. This car has been well maintained, I purchased it new in 6/98. Having this happen is unacceptable.
My 1998 chrysler concorde's engine seized while driving on the highway. The engine had been ticking and knocking for about a hundred miles before it seized. It then made a klunking sound, and simply quit. The mechanic I took it to could give no reason for it to have seized up.
Dt: the car stopped while in motion, mechanic reports that the problem was the crankshaft sensor. The consumer was traveling about 63 MPH on the interstate when car began to putter and then suddenly the engine cut off. There was no brakes, no steering, no electrical system. As it began , owner began to pull off to shoulder, then it died completely. There were no dashboard warning lights on at the time. The car was then towed to shop, where mechanic put it on the diagnostic computer. Mechanic installed new crankshaft sensor, and car started back up. Then after this, the next day after coming out of the shop, the engine began to knock horribly, and then the owner checked the engine oil and temperature, and everything was normal. The mechanic reported this time that there was a #2 piston that needed to be replaced. At a cost of 7000 dollars. The car is in the shop. Owner is going to put it in garage.
Dt: the contact owns a 1998 chrysler concorde. The contact states that the engine was making a loud noise, it was like a clanking noise. The vehicle quit while he was on the off ramp. Previously to this there was sludge in the engine. Chryslers claims not to have heard any other complaints on this problem, but consumer has gotten on the internet and seen other complaints for this problem.
Catastophic engine failure of chrysler 2.7 v-6 engine
While driving 55 MPH consumer heard a knocking noise. Motor blew out. Vehicle was drivable. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving 35 MPH consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the engine. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving 70-75 MPH engine seized. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the consumer that the engine needed to be replaced.
2.7 liter engine failure
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