1999 Chrysler Concorde: sudden loss of power

Filed Aug 24, 2006 · Engine · 9,945 miles · OH

I was stopped at a stop sign and pushed the gas pedal to proceed. When the gas pedal was pushed my car began to make loud screeching noises and lost power in the middle of an intersection.

Filed Jul 4, 2006 · Engine · 130,000 miles · MI

I bought a 1999 concorde with a 2.7l engine at the end of march of 06. On april 3, 2006 I got an oil change and other maintenance, and the car was at approximately 127k miles. All seemed well with the car. On 7/2/06, the day before my scheduled oil change, my wife took my car to work instead of her own, as she was going to the grocery store afterwards. At about 7:07 am, I get a call from my frantic wife, and she explained to me that she was on I-96 just before the exit to I-275 in michigan going about 70 MPH and the car lost power and died without warning. My first thought was "are you ok?" I immediately got up and went to where she was. The car would not even turn over. I simply thought it was the alternator. However, I was infuriated when the mechanic told us that the 2.7l engines in the 1998-2001 had a design flaw, wherein an unreasonable amount of sludge build up occurs, preventing the oil from circulating through the engine, which would explain why there was very little oil on my dipstick. The mechanic couldn't give me a price on the cost of fixing the problem, mainly because out of all of the cases that he's seen with this same engine, there have been no fixes. I cannot begin to explain how inconvenient this is for me and my family. Both my wife and I are students who work. From what I've been reading, the repair/replacement of the engine can cost up to $9,000 dollars. At this point, that's more than the car is worth now, and we simply don't have the money for this type of expense.

Filed Jun 20, 2006 · Engine · 90,000 miles · NY

I experienced complete engine failure while traveling at 55 MPH on route 295 in new jersey. First I heard a sputtering sound then the car lost power. I had to cross from the fast lane to the shoulder while losing power. I just made it to the shoulder when the car stopped for good. There was plenty of oil in the car and in fact it had just been in the shop for another costly repair of $1500 for a leaky air conditioner compressor. A bad smell had been coming into the passenger cabin whenever I turned on the heat or air conditioner. After having the car towed I was told that by the mechanic that this car was notorious for engine failure and that he could see metallic material in the oil clearly showing the engine was blown. To repair it with a rebuilt engine it would cost $5900 plus tax.

Filed Jan 5, 2006 · Engine, Fuel system · 144,000 miles · TX

While driving down I-45 in conroe, texas, my engine sputtered, jerked, and died. As you know when you lose engine power, your steering wheel becomes locked up and its almost impossible to control the car. It has died on me before but on back roads almost home or at an intersection. I didn't realize the seriousness of it until it happened on the freeway and there are people coming up on me doing 70-80 MPH and I am quickly coming to a dead stop.

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 12, 2005 · Engine · MI

Dt consumer states that on august 20, 2005 the vehicle completely came to a stop while going at 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power. Consumer had ittowed to the dealer . They said the cam shaft cracked and broke, and there was metal flying in the engine. The vehicle would turn over, but would not start. There was no forewarning prior to this incident. The dealer said this was a common problem. The engine was known to be a sludge builder whether highway or city driving. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, they said there was no problem with the engine.

Filed Sep 16, 2005 · Engine · 127,000 miles · NY

Dt: the caller states that while driving at 50 MPH engine lost power. He was able to get it off the road. He had it towed to a garage. They said he needed a new engine. He was told that the oil drained out of it while the vehicle was in motion and that caused the engine to fail. Caller had the vehicle towed to his home. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet.

Filed Jun 28, 2004 · Engine · 67,000 miles · OK

I have a 1999 chrysler concorde lx with a 2.7 engine. My wife was driving down an access road at about 45 MPH when the car started losing power. She thought it was because of the air conditioner but when it stopped it died. No warning lights came on to tell her anything was wrong. Did not notice temperature getting hot. Had it towed to mechanic shop. Mechanic said it had water in the block with the oil. Said it needed a new motor. To rebuild mine, at his cost, would be $4500.00. This is without the labor of removing and reinstalling motor. Other option- wait until a used one becomes available. That would cost $1700.00-- $2700.00. I have found many similar stories on this web sight. Bdm.

Filed Feb 5, 2004 · Engine · 73,000 miles · IN

Driving down interstate 265 at 55 MPH, engine just quit, causing a potentially deadly situation. When the engine quit, it lost power steering and brakes. Car only has 70,000 miles. Air conditioning quit working in may of 2003.

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Engine · 80,000 miles · OK

While driving between 35-45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. When this occurred, the vehicle lost all power. Please provide any additional details.

Filed Dec 2, 2003 · Engine · 24,660 miles · IL

While driving at 50 MPH, the consumer heard a loud fluttering sound under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle immediately lost power and a few seconds later it stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the consumer that the serpentine belt snapped. *ak the dealer found the timing belt idler tensioner bolt broken off in the block and the water pump leaking they drilled out the broken bolt and replaced the timing belt and tensioner, the engine was cranked over and the discovered that all cylinders the had no compression. Probable cause was bent valves. Consumer had to replace the engine. *tt

Filed Sep 20, 2003 · Engine · 56,000 miles · NC

Engine stops unpredictably, resulting in loss of power steering and brakes. There is absolutely no warning that this is about to occur. No "idiot lights" are lit, and the engine does not lurch or hesitate -- it simply quits. This has resulted in some near mishaps when this occurs in heavy traffic. Sudden deceleration without warning, and very sluggish handling until the engine can be restarted, represents a significant hazard to myself, my passengers, and other drivers. Input-output sensors were replaced 90 days ago. This eliminated the problem until september 16, 2003 when it began to recur.