1999 Chrysler Concorde: check engine light

15 of the 333 complaints about the 1999 Chrysler Concorde describe check engine light.

owner complaints: 15
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 82,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 18 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Check engine light by model year

2004
6
2003
1
2002
2
2001
7
2000
10
1999
15
1998
4
1997
3
1996
3
1995
1
1994
2
1993
1

What owners say

Filed Nov 1, 2011 · Engine · 110,727 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler concorde lx. The contact was driving 40 MPH when a clicking noise was heard from under the hood. The contact also mentioned that the check engine warning light was illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 110,727.

Filed May 21, 2010 · Engine · CA

Blinking engine light, smoke from exhaust, all mechanics state that I need a new engine,but no shaking, rides smooth, unsure why it smokes, I have used sealant, check gaskets and no change.. I bought the car in 2008 from a private owner and it passed smog, shortly after the engine light came on and it went downhill from there diagnosed engine, repaired oil pan.

Filed Jun 7, 2007 · Engine · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chrysler concorde. The contact stated that the engine stalled while driving. The failure occurred without warning. The check engine light illuminated. A local mechanic diagnosed the vehicle as needing a new engine. The engine has not been replaced. The current mileage is 126,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 22, 2006 · Engine · 94,000 miles · NJ

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at speeds above 45 MPH, the check engine light illuminated. The RPM's then went to zero and the vehicle stalled. This has occurred 5 times in the past year. The vehicle was pulled over and started after waiting at least 2 hours. The computer does not store any codes and the dealership is unable to determine a problem. The fuel filter and battery have been replaced, but this has not corrected the problem.

Filed Jan 25, 2006 · Engine · 87,000 miles · OK

Engine light came on at about 30 MPH and I heard a light ticking sound. Engine was shut down immediately and car was towed into a garage. I was told the engine seized , and would cost $5,000 to replace e it. My car has 87000 miles, but I contacted chrysler anyway and was told they couldn't help .my car sits because I cannot afford the cost of a rebuilt engine.

Filed Jan 24, 2006 · Engine · 53,800 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at normal speeds the engine stalls without prior warning. Although the engine stalls, the ABS, check engine, battery, and interior lights illuminate. The vehicle can be restarted after this occurs, but continues to stall again. The vehicle was seen by the dealership, but no repairs were made.

Filed Nov 23, 2005 · Engine · 98,000 miles · WV

Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled . This has been ongoing for the past two months. After the vehicle stalled it would not restart and had to be towed to a dealership. Diagnostic testing found the throttle module needed to be replaced. The module was replaced but the vehicle continued to stall. *ak updated 12/27/2005. Prior to the vehicle stalling the check engine light would flash, then the vehicle would slowly lose power then shut off. The vehicle would not restart for approximately 45-50 minutes. After the vehicle was restarted it would idle low and the engine would shake; then eventually shut off again. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.

Filed Oct 26, 2005 · Engine · 82,000 miles · IL

Dt: the contact stated the engine died while pulling from a parking lot. She was unable to restart the vehicle. It was towed to a dealership service department. The water pump failed, and the timing chain broke. The problem occurred because of a sludge build up in the engine. The service dealer replaced the timing chain, the retention for the timing chain, water pump, and other parts in the area. The engine was also cleaned thoroughly. The check engine light came on previously. However, the dealership was unable to diagnose any problems at that time. *ak updated 01/04/06.

Filed Jul 11, 2005 · Engine · 65,138 miles · MI

Dt: on june 23 2005 while driving down the road the engine began to jump. Owner was going 45 MPH. There were no warnings until the engine light came on almost at the same time the engine began to jump. The power steering and brakes still worked so owner slowed down , and got into the right lane in case the car stopped completely. Car was taken to the mechanic who stated that it was the timing chain and other factors in the engine. Manufacture has been contacted, but will not cooperate with owner. The car had only been driven for five minutes. There were no other problems with vehicle. Car is now in shop for repairs.

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Engine · OH

The vehicle was on the road when all of a sudden the check engine light turned and within seconds the engine shut down. Manufacturer will be contacted by owner.

Filed Oct 20, 2004 · Engine · 59,990 miles · MI

After the consumer changed the oil, the engine light illuminated the dash board. A little while later, the light was on and off, suddenly the engine stalled and never started again. An independent mechanic indicated to the consumer that 2.5 engine was garbage, and needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer believed the problem was a bad oil pump.

Filed Aug 19, 2004 · Engine · 37,000 miles · CA

While driving the engine light came on and the vehicle cut off. The vehicle was towed.it was discovered that the engine was defective.( a research was done on the 2.7 l engine, and the failure rate was great).