Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chrysler concorde. While attempting to accelerate, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired when the complaint was filed. The current and failure mileages were approximately 110,000. The consumer stated the timing chain faild and blew out the engine. Updated 07/23/10
1998 Chrysler Concorde: engine stalls while driving
15 of the 175 complaints about the 1998 Chrysler Concorde describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 100,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 23 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chrysler concorde. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 117,750.
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.
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.
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
When the consumer made a left turn the vehicle completely stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The dealer replaced a sensor , however it did not resolve the problem, as soon as the consumer left the dealer the vehicle stalled out again and had to have it towed back again. The consumer was told the engine was completely gone, also, there was a sludge build up. Please provide any further information.
While driving,the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the problem could not be determined at this time. Please fill in additional information.
While driving 45 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer was able to start vehicle, and pulled over. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that engine needed replacing due to worn out parts.
While driving 60 MPH vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to a dealer, andtechnician indicated engine needed to be replaced.
Vehicle stalled while driving on the highway at 70 MPH. The consumer was able to coast vehicle to a complete stop. The dealership in an attempt to correct the problem have performed a tune up and replaced the main computer. The problem recurred. Please provide more detailed information.
While driving 30 MPH vehicle stalled without any indication.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Valve Body
- Short duration cold engine start-up ticking like sound. this bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to...
- Short duration cold engine start-up ticking like sound. tt
- Engine stumble and/or misfire - malfunction indicator lamp illumination. tt
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination, diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0442, P0455, or P0456 - leak...
- Concerns with malfunction indicator lamp illumination with a catalyst efficiency failure diagnostic...
- Subject regarding low or no cabin head, engine cooling system system fill procedure. tt
- Advance service information regarding a no-start condition which may exist following a hot soak. tt
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1998 Chrysler Concorde stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 1998 Chrysler Concorde?
15 of 175 owner complaints about the 1998 Chrysler Concorde (9%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Chrysler Concorde?
There are 0 recalls and 23 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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