Check a VIN

Chrysler Concorde hesitation problems

14 of the 2,214 owner complaints about the Chrysler Concorde describe hesitation when accelerating, most of them for the 1994 model year.

owner complaints
14
worst model year
1994
typical mileage
78,000
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below

By model year

  • 2001
    3
  • 2000
    2
  • 1999
    3
  • 1997
    1
  • 1994
    3
  • 1993
    2

What owners say

Filed Aug 21, 2008 · Engine, Transmission · 114,100 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chrysler concorde. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle hesitated briefly. After making a right turn, the vehicle shut off completely. The vehicle was towed to the dealer approximately two days later and they stated that the timing belt skipped linkages, and the water pump needed to be replaced. After the repairs were made, the transmission light illuminated on the instrument panel. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 114,200 and failure mileage was 114,100.

Filed Feb 15, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 78,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chrysler concorde. The contact stated that the ABS light illuminated and she heard a noise in the engine compartment. The mechanic stated that the pump motor circuit for the ABS failed and caused the light to illuminate. The approximate cost to repair the vehicle was between $1,500 to $2,000. The front rotors were replaced in april of 2006 and in september of 2007. In january of 2007, the front driver side bearing was replaced. The mechanic stated that the failure was due to poor design and cheap parts. The air conditioner also began to leak. The mechanic stated that there was a hole in the suction line because of the design, and it rusted and rubbed through another part of the vehicle. The air conditioning suction line was replaced in september of 2007. The leak could have potentially caused a fire. The mechanic stated that the power steering kit needed to be replaced. The vehicle could easily rust into the frame and condensation could collect. The vehicle is currently hesitating and surging. The current mileage was 78,100 and failure mileage was 78,000. Updated 03-04-08 *bf the leak of the power steering hose could cause a fire. Updated

Filed Jan 2, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 84,800 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chrysler concord. While driving approximately 45mph, the vehicle would hesitate intermittently. Without warning, the vehicle lost power. As a result, the water pump failed and water caused water to leak into the engine compartment. There were no warning indicator lights present. The dealer stated that because the failure was internal, the water was leaking into the oil pan causing the water and other substances to be pumped into the engine. The contact had to shut the engine off to avoid a crash. The brakes have also failed due to the water pump failing. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was a 84,000 and the current mileage is 84,800.

Filed Dec 10, 2007 · Electrical, Lights · 83,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chrysler concorde. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle hesitated, vibrated, and then shut off. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove to a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the engine caused the failure. As of december 10, 2007, the mechanic had not repaired the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 83,000. Updated 3/11/08 *cn the consumer stated while driving the headlights blink within the first 5-10mins and the dealer will not fix the defect which the consumer was informed the computer was the problem. Updated 03/11/08

Filed Dec 15, 2004 · Engine · 70,000 miles · PA

While driving up and down a hill at 45 MPH vehicle hesitated, and engine bucked followed by the engine warning light coming on , before the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, who indicated after inspection engine blew out.

Filed May 14, 2004 · Acceleration · 10,700 miles · MA

Chrysler concorde 1993 cruise control engages without being activated. On may 13, 2004, the cruise control was disconnected and the same thing happened:the cruise light came on and the car hesitates and shudders. After a second or two, the light goes off.

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.

Filed Oct 30, 2001 · Engine · DC

While driving 30-35 MPH vehicle decelerated down to 12 MPH and hesitated. Dealer has inspected and repaired vehicle. However, problem stil exists.after further inspection dealer has determined that there was a hesitation. Please provide further information.

Filed Oct 19, 2001 · Engine · DC

While driving 30-35 MPH vehicle decelerated to 12mph and hesitated. Delaer has inspected and repaired vehicle. However, problem still exists. After further inspection, dealer has determined that there was hesitation. Please provide further information.

Filed Jan 10, 2001 · Transmission · NJ

When driving at 50 transmission shutters. When going from park to drive it hesitates. Then, it will throw itself into park. Consumer was almost rear ended because vehicle won't go past 30 MPH. *ak air conditioner will not stay running.

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shiftReported January 13, 2004 · 2,315,768 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also allow the key to be removed when the shifter has not been placed in the park position.
Risk
Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on june 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 04V021000 · Recall details

Questions about the Chrysler Concorde hesitation

Which Chrysler Concorde years have hesitation when accelerating problems?

The model years with the most reports are 1994 (3 complaints), 1999 (3 complaints) and 2001 (3 complaints).

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Chrysler Concorde?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history