Chrysler Concorde brake failure problems

Filed Sep 4, 2005 · Brakes · 107,342 miles · MD

Total brake failure-----dual brake system failure ------- due to corrosion of metal brake lines leading to the rear of vehicle in the area of the gas tank. Both hydraulic brake lines developed a leak at the same time due to a bracket (dis-similar metals) trapped moisture against the brake lines. Both brake lines were rusted from the outside inward at the same the same location. Original owner, not located near water, never underwater, normal driving use. Replace brake lines. Parts available.

Filed Jun 23, 2005 · Engine · 110,000 miles · OH

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.

Filed Aug 5, 2004 · Acceleration · 65,000 miles · NY

While accelerating the vehicle the pedal went to the floor. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak

Filed Jul 21, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Since I purchased a 1999 chrysler concorde new, I have had the car in the dealer over 20 times. I have numerous electrical issues, I have been stranded numerous times and I have incurred costs over the last 4 years that not only forced me to rent a car over and over, but the time lost from work is inexcusable. I have had brake failure almost resulting in a car crash. Now, my car is in the dealership due to smoke smell burning wires and a computer and electrical issue. Chrysler states they don't know if they willl pay for this problem. This has been happening since day one and it's dangerous. I am in fear for the safety of my family riding in this car. It is a death trap. This car should have been deemed recalled under the lemon law. I know various people who have the same car and they have had the same problems that chrysler ignores and fails to deal with it.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 73,000 miles · IA

I was driving my 99 concorde on a curvy road when engine started knocking and died. I had only manual steering and no brakes. It took all of my strength to keep it from going off a curve. I called the tow service and had it towed to a garage. They said a rod bearing had gone out of the engine. After numerous calls to chrysler and the district mngr. He had it towed to the dealership where I bought it. To rebuild my engine (with their discount) was $6300.00. Another rebuilt engine was $7300.00 a new engine was $8300.00. I have records this car was babied and regularly serviced. Chysler has denied their problem with hundreds/thousands of the 2.7 l engines saying the sludge build up in the engine causes the blow up. They blame the owners for poor maintenance. So now I have a lawn ornament in my driveway. I refuse to pay this. I can buy another used whole car for that. I've been a chysler man for years as was my father. I have 3 now. When they are gone. That's it. Believe me I will research my next auto I purchase.

Filed Sep 12, 2003 · Brakes · 74,575 miles · NY · crash

Consumer stated the brake pads fell off vehicle and caused the consumer to crash. The dealer was notified. *ak the brake failure was traced to the inner pads on each of the front wheels. Each brake pad that fell off was located near where each of the front wheels would be while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. The consumer was unable to stop the vehicle which crashed into his house. The brake failure was due to the rivets coming out of the countersinks holding the pads into place. *scc

Filed Jul 29, 2003 · Brakes · 10,049 miles · MI

As I was traveling down a country road, going into town, I forgot something I needed at home. I attempted to stop, to turn around by putting my foot on the brake pedal. The pedal went to the floor and nothing happened. Luckily there was no other traffic and I was able to coast along the side of the road until I stopped. If this had hapened in town who knows the number of peolple who might have been injured.

Filed Dec 14, 2002 · Brakes · 66,261 miles · NY

Brake failure-frozen brake pedal-according to my mechanic the power brake booster was filled with water and froze.

Filed Jul 17, 2002 · Engine · TX

While making a turn at 15 MPH timing chain tensioner pulley broke. Vehicle had no brakes and no steering. Vehicle was towed to dealer. Part was made of plastic.

Filed Sep 6, 2001 · Brakes · FL

While driving and coming to a stop brake pedal went all the way to the floor, and there also was fluid leaking from ABS system. Has not contacted dealer.