2002 Chrysler Concorde problems
The Chrysler Concorde is a full-size car that was produced by Chrysler from 1992 to 2004. It assumed the C-body Chrysler New Yorker Salon's position as the entry-level full-size sedan in the Chrysler brand lineup. One of Chrysler's three original Chrysler LH platform models, it has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
The Concorde was related to the Chrysler/Dodge Intrepid, Eagle Vision, Chrysler 300M, Chrysler LHS, and the eleventh and final generation Chrysler New Yorker.
It was on Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1993 and 1994.
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Common 2002 Chrysler Concorde problems
The Chrysler Concorde, a full-size sedan produced from 1993 to 2004, has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues:
- Transmission Issues: Transmission problems have been reported for the 1993-1997 Chrysler Concorde. These issues can range from transmission slipping to complete transmission failure, often requiring expensive repairs or replacement.
- Engine Oil Sludge: The 2.7L DaimlerChrysler engine in the Chrysler Concorde is highly susceptible to oil sludge, a sticky substance that coats the inside of the engine and retains heat. This can lead to severe strain on the mechanical parts of the engine and potential engine failure.
- Intake Manifold Gasket Failure: The 1998-2001 Chrysler Concorde has been known to experience intake manifold gasket failure, which can cause the engine to run poorly or not at all.
- Engine Misfires: Engine misfires have been reported for the 1998-2001 Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty spark plugs or ignition coils.
- Suspension Problems: Suspension problems have been reported for the 1998-2001 Chrysler Concorde, often requiring expensive repairs or replacement.
- Seat Issues: Seat problems have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty seat adjustment mechanisms or seat cushions that wear out prematurely.
- Fuel System Issues: Fuel system issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty fuel pumps or fuel injectors.
- Lighting Issues: Lighting issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty headlights or taillights.
- Electrical Issues: Electrical issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty wiring or electrical components.
- Latches and Locks Issues: Latches and locks issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty door latches or locks.
- Brakes Issues: Brakes issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty brake pads or rotors.
- Air Bags Issues: Air bags issues have been reported for the Chrysler Concorde, often caused by faulty air bag sensors or deployment mechanisms.
It is important to note that not all Chrysler Concordes will experience these problems, and that regular maintenance and timely repairs can help prevent or mitigate these issues. Additionally, some of these problems may have been addressed through recalls or technical service bulletins issued by Chrysler.
What years of the Chrysler Concorde to avoid?
The Concorde has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 2nd generation (1998–2004).
What is the value of a 2002 Chrysler Concorde?
Used 2002 Chrysler Concorde Pricing
| Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |
|---|---|---|
| LX Sedan 4D | $22,995 | $2,219 |
| LXi Sedan 4D | $25,600 | $2,244 |
| Limited Sedan 4D | $28,495 | $2,119 |
How many miles per gallon does a 2002 Chrysler Concorde get?
18 mpg city/26 mpg highway
Engine: 3.5-liter V-6; 250-hp; 250 lb-ft torque. EPA fuel economy: 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway.
How big is the gas tank on a Chrysler Concorde?
17.2 gal. 190 lb-ft.
Is Chrysler Concorde reliable?
Chrysler Concorde Reliability Problems
Concorde owners have made 179 complaints over 12 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 10th in overall reliability out of 18 Chrysler models , with real engine and hvac concerns.
What is the value of a 2002 Chrysler Concorde?
Used 2002 Chrysler Concorde Pricing
| Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average) | |
|---|---|---|
| LX Sedan 4D | $22,995 | $2,219 |
| LXi Sedan 4D | $25,600 | $2,244 |
| Limited Sedan 4D | $28,495 | $2,119 |
How many miles per gallon does a 2002 Chrysler Concorde get?
18 mpg city/26 mpg highway
Engine: 3.5-liter V-6; 250-hp; 250 lb-ft torque. EPA fuel economy: 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway.
When did they stop making the Chrysler Concorde?
2004
The Concorde, 300M, and Intrepid were discontinued in 2004. The all-new, rear-wheel-drive Chrysler 300 replaced the Concorde (and 300M) in early 2004 as a 2005 model.
2002 Chrysler Concorde car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Concorde problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Suspension problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2002 Chrysler Concorde vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2002 Chrysler Concorde
The NHTSA has received 78 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2002 Chrysler Concorde. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2002 Chrysler Concorde vehicles.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-05
- VIN: 2C3HD56G22H
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THIS CAR HAS AN ONGOING RECALL FOR SEAT RECLINER BOLTS. I WAS DRIVING AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE SEAT BACK WENT FLAT AND I FELL BACKWARDS WHILE DRIVING. THIS WILL BE THE 4TH TIME THE SEAT BELT RECLINER BOLT BROKE. I BELIEVE I AM DUE FINANCIAL RESTITUTION EVEN THOUGH I DID NOT GET INJURED OR WORSE I COULD HAVE KILLED SOMEONE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. I WAS ON A CITY STREET AT 40MPH WHEN THIS HAPPENED.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-28
- VIN: 2C3HD56GX2H
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, A FUEL ODOR WAS NOTICED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED (FREMONT AUTO MALL IN FREMONT, CA) AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-05
- VIN: 2C3HD56G92H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-23
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: FROM THE TIME OF PURCHASE WE NOTICED THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING. THIS COULD OCCUR WHILE DRIVING, WHILE PARKED, AND EVEN WHILE THE CAR WAS TURNED OFF AT NIGHT. THE CAR'S ALARM WOULD ALSO CHIRP WHEN THE CAR WAS OFF. THIS HAS CONTINUED, AND PROGRESSED TO THE BATTERY DRAINING IF UN-DRIVEN FOR OVER 12 HOURS. WE COULDN'T GET ANY OF OUR MECHANICS TO TAKE AN INTEREST IN THE ISSUE. THEY COULDN'T OFFER ANY SUGGESTIONS. WHEN HAVING A MINOR ACCIDENT REPAIRED, A MECHANIC SUGGESTED A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-09
- VIN: 2CHD36M22H2
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AS THE RPM READING INCREASED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE ENGINE OFF AND RESTARTING, HE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE WITHOUT FAILURE. THE FAILURE LATER RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000. *TR
SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-22
- VIN: 2C3HD36M02H
- Components: SUSPENSION,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: AFTER BACKING OUR CAR OUT OF THE CARPORT, WE NOTICED A LONG THIN PIECE OF CORRODED METAL LAYING ON THE GROUND. I GOT UNDER THE CAR AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK RETAINING STRAPS WERE SEVERELY CORRODED, THE ONE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR HAD HOLES COMPLETELY CORRODED THROUGH. THE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION AS WELL. I FEEL THAT IF THE AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURES CONTINUE TO USE METAL FUEL TANK RETAINING STRAPS THEY SHOULD ENCASE THEM IN A NON CORROSIVE MATERIAL. THIS WOULD REDUCE THE EFFECTS OF CORROSION AND CHAFING OF THE FUEL TANK, THIS IS A HIGH VIBRATION AREA. I CONTACTED CHRYSLER VIA E-MAIL, THEIR RESPONSE WAS,( UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE SITUATIONS YOU HAVE OUTLINED IN YOUR E-MAIL). I THEN CONTACTED CHRYSLER BY PHONE AND TOLD THE REPRESENTATIVE ABOUT MY SITUATION. HE TOLD ME DUE TO THE AGE OF THE CAR AND THE MILEAGE THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. AT THAT POINT I ASKED HIM IF I COULD SPEAK TO A SUPERVISOR, HE TOLD ME AT THAT TIME THEY WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND THAT THEY WOULD CALL ME BACK. I NEVER RECEIVED A CALL BACK, HOWEVER I DID RECEIVE A CUSTOMER SURVEY ON MY E-MAIL ACCOUNT. WITH THIS BEING A DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE I COULD NOT WAIT FOR CHRYSLER'S RESPONSE. I REPLACE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS MYSELF, I FOUND REPLACEMENT STRAPS AT A LOCAL AUTO PARTS STORE. I HAVE REVIEWED THIS DOT WEB SITE ON PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS WITH THIS MODEL, MAKE AND YEAR AUTOMOBILE. FOUND NOTHING IN REGARDS TO THE FUEL TANK STRAPS. I DID FIND A SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED BY CHRYSLER ON THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WHICH WE HAD REPLACED A FEW YEARS AGO. THIS WAS AN VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR, WE WERE NEVER NOTIFIED OF THE SERVICE BULLETIN. ANOTHER COMPLAINT FROM A CUSTOMER ABOUT LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE A SAFETY ISSUE AS WELL. WE ALSO EXPERIENCED THIS, THE TIRES HAD TO BE REMOVED FROM THE RIM AND THE MATING SURFACE OF THE RIM TO TIRE CLEANED. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2C3HD46R42H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH HE DROVE OVER BLACK ICE AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK, AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED, BECAUSE THE FRAME WAS UNDAMAGED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 99,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-10
- VIN: 3C8FY68B42T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I JUST BOUGHT A 2002 PT CRUISER FROM JUST ADD GAS IN ALBANY LOUISIANA I LOVE THE CAR , BUT AFTER I GOT IT HOME AND DROVE IT FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS I FOUND OUT THAT THE BRAIN IS HAVING PROBLEMS , I TOOK IT TO AUTO ZONE AND HAD THEM PUT THE TESTER ON IT AND THEY DETERMINED THAT IT IS THE BRAIN ,OR AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GOING TO THE BRAIN , I AM TRYING TO LOCATE ONE AT THIS TIME . *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-01
- VIN: 2C3HD46R72H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE 2.7L ENGINE. ENGINE NOISE DUE TO EXCESS SLUDGE BUILD UP IN ENGINE EVEN THOUGH SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE ROUTINE WAS FOLLOWED PERFORMING OIL CHANGES AT PROPER INTERVALS. CLIO MICHIGAN CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SUGGESTED A TOTAL ENGINE REBUILD OR A USED ENGINE REPLACEMENT AT A COST OF MORE THAN 3000.00 DOLLARS EVEN THOUGH THE ENGINE HAS ONLY 73774 MILES OF NORMAL DRIVING USE. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS AND SUBSEQUENT CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS FILED AGAINST DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORPORATION AS A RESULT OF PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE 2.7L ENGINE MANUFACTURED BY THE CHRYSLER CORPORATION. I THEN FILED A FORMAL COMPLAINT WITH THE CHRYSLER CORPORATION IN REGARD TO THE ENGINE NOISE AND POSSIBLE PREMATURE FAILURE AND SUGGESTED REPAIR COST AND AS OF HIS DATE HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED BY THE SAID CORPORATION. *TR
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1J8GX58J22C
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: JEEP 2002 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V117000 - WE HAD A FIRE IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT FROM A SHORT IN THE WIRING FOR THE HEATED SEAT WHICH CAUSED THE HEATING TO NO LONGER WORK. MY HUSBAND REMOVED THE BURNED AREA/DEBRIS. WE CALLED CHRYSLER AND EVEN THOUGH THE RECALL EVENT HAPPENED TO US IN THE YEAR AND MAKE OF THE VEHICLE RECALL, OUR VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL SO THEY SAID THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-19
- VIN: 2C3AD56G42H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: BEGINNING IN 2005, THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON OUR CHRYSLER CONCORDE DASHBOARD BEGAN INTERMITTENT ON/OFF WHILE DRIVING. THE PROBLEM PERSISTED, BUT KNOWING IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND HOW DIFFICULT ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS ARE, WE IGNORED IT. FINALLY IT REMAINED ON IN 2006 AND IN 2010 WE HAD THE AIRBAG MODULE REPLACED BY OUR DEALER. THE REPAIRED FAILED AND NOW SEEMS TO BE A DEFECTIVE WIRING HARNESS. THE CAR REMAINS AT THE DEALER. THE PARE IS UNAVAILABLE AND THE COST COULD BE THOUSANDS FOR A CAR WORTH 7K. HAS CHRYSLER HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS MODULE OR HARNESS THAT COULD HAVE BE A SAFETY RECALL? *TR
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-30
- VIN: 2C3HD46R72H
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. DRIVER'S SEAT BACK SUDDENLY RECLINED. THE SEAT BACK WILL NOT STAY UP. CHRYSLER RECALL C04 (NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 03V035000 HAD ALLEGEDLY BEEN PERFORMED ON THIS VEHICLE BY THE SELLING DEALER, LAFLAM CHRYLER IN RUNNEMEDE, NJ, ON FEB 20, 2007. THIS RECALL IS SUPPOSED TO ENTAIL REPLACEMENT OF THE SEAT BOLT ASSEMBLY TO PREVENT THIS PROBLEM. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-16
- VIN: 2C3HD46R42H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND BEGAN SMOKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTO BODY SHOP. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN AND HEAD GASKET FAILED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 92,500.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-02-27
- VIN: 2C3HD46R22H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE 2.7 LITER ENGINE IN HIS VEHICLE WAS MALFUNCTIONING. HE HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE AND OIL WAS NOT BEING PUMPED INTO THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE IN HOPES THAT THE FAILURE WOULD BE CORRECTED. THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THE OIL WAS NOT THE ISSUE; HOWEVER, THE ENGINE WAS MALFUNCTIONING. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED HIM TO GET A WRITTEN ESTIMATE AND SEND IT TO THEM. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-18
- VIN: 2C3HD46R72H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY CONCORDE HOME FROM WORK A WEEK BEFORE CHRISTMAS AND AS I TURNED ON THE RAMP TO GET OFF THE HIGHWAY AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RAMP MY CAR JUST QUIT RUNNING, NO SIGN OF A PROBLEM AT ALL WITH IT BEING SUCH A LARGE VEHICLE IT IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL THE STEERING. I WAS REALLY THANKFUL THAT IT DID NOT HAPPEN ON THE MAIN HIGHWAY BECAUSE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE MOST OF THE WAY HOME AND COULD HAVE BEEN REAR ENDED AND SERIOUSLY HURT. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT THE CUSTOMERS CAN DO TO GET REIMBURSED FULLY OR PARTIALLY FOR THE REPAIRS SINCE THEY KNOW THAT THEY HAVE A BIG PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINES. I HAD TO HAVE MY ENGINE REPLACED AND SO I PAID FOR AN ENGINE & LABOR. ALSO THIS PAST SUMMER MINE AND A FRIEND OF MINES AIR CONDITIONER WENT OUT, ANOTHER PROBLEM THAT THEY HAVE SWEPT UNDER THE RUG. PLEASE E-MAIL ME AND LET ME KNOW WHAT WE AS THE CUSTOMERS CAN DO TO GET REIMBURSED FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR TO GET OUR VEHICLES FIXED. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP IN THIS MATTER. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-20
- VIN: 2C3HD46R82H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 1. SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ALL LIGHTING, INTERIOR DASH, HEADLAMPS, ETC. HAVE A "FLICKERING" OR "PULSING" EFFECT. OVER TIME, THIS HAS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE, AN 02 CHRYS CONCORDE, HAS ONLY 26K MI AND WAS PURCHASED NEW. THIS FLICKERING OF LIGHTING HAS WORSENED TO THE POINT THAT IT BOTHERS OTHER MOTORISTS. 2. THIS CONDITION IS CONSTANT. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START WHEN LEFT 24 HRS WITHOUT RUNNING. VEHICLE STALLED ON AN INTERSTATE, IMMEDIATELY PUT IN NEUTRAL AND ATTEMPTED TO START, NEGATIVE. ALL LIGHTING CEASED TO FUNCTION PRIOR TO BEING ABLE TO FULLY STOP THE VEHICLE. 4-WAY-FLASHERS FAILED TO FUNCTION WHILE ON SHOULDER AND MY VEHICLE WAS NEARLY STRUCK BY ANOTHER MOTORIST. 3. THIS IS CLEARLY A FACTORY DEFECT WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NOT SURE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. DIAGNOSIS OF THE ALL SYSTEMS WERE NORMAL WITH THE EXCEPTION OF "EXCESSIVE RIPPLE" NOTED FOR THE RECHARGING SYSTEM. PERSONS TESTING VEHICLE DID NOT HAVE AN ADEQUATE EXPLANATION FOR THIS "EXCESSIVE RIPPLE" BUT WERE WILLING TO SELL ME A NEW ALTERNATOR THAT MAY OR MAY NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. BATTERY (ORIGINAL) WAS REPORTEDLY STILL GOOD BUT NEEDED RECHARGING. I FOUND THE GROUND FROM ENGINE TO REMOTE NEGATIVE TERMINAL SEVERED IN HALF--IT RUNS RIGHT OVER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. I THINK ORIGINALLY, IT MAY HAVE BEEN TOUCHING THE CONVERTER. IT WAS BRITTLE AND GREENISH OXIDIZED COLOR (I STILL HAVE A PIECE OF IT). I AM PLANNING TO TRY A NEW ALTERNATOR IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE AND I WILL HANG ONTO THE OLD ONE. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-20
- VIN: 2C3HD36M02H
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: REAR SEAT BELTS (3) DO NOT CATCH WHEN I PULL ON THEM SUDDENLY. I DID NOT HAVE ANY INCIDENT THAT CAUSED ME TO CHECK THEM. I UNDERSTAND SEAT BELTS ARE WARRANTED FOR THE LIFE OF THE CAR SO THAT THEY CAN BE REPAIRED WITHOUT COST. THE CAR IS 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. IT HAS APPROX. 64,000 MILES AND I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-21
- VIN: 2C3HD46R02H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE FAILURE ON 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE WITH 2.7L ENGINE. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 40,500 MILES ON ODOMETER. ENGINE FAIL WITH NO WARNING. CURRENTLY VEHICLE IS AT CHRYSLER DEALER FOR DIAGNOSE AND POSSIBLE REPAIR UNDER EXTEND WARRANTY STILL IN AFFECT (7 YRS. OR 100,000 MILES). AT THIS TIME I DO NOT KNOW IF THE DEALER IS GOING TO MAKE GOOD ON WARRANTY OR NOT. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-18
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I GOT TO WORK THIS MORNING 4/18/2008 8:15 AND TURNED IN THE PARKING LOT AND COULDN'T STEER THE ...WHEEL. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. THIS IS MY 3RD CAR I HAVE BOUGHT FROM CHRYSLER AND I AM FED UP. THE THIRD TIME HAS NOT BEEN THE CHARM. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-01
- VIN: 2C3HD46R02H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THEN SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES LATER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, IT SHUT OFF AGAIN. THE DEALER STATED THAT A DEFECTIVE PART IN THE ENGINE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. AS OF NOVEMBER 21, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-26
- VIN: 2C3HD36M62H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE THERMOSTAT AND RADIATOR CAP CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE PARTS; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE HEAD GASKET FAILED. AS OF NOVEMBER 9, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,900 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 82,224.
STEERING,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-21
- VIN: 2C3HD36M62H
- Components: STEERING,SEATS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE BACK OF THE DRIVER SEAT RECLINED TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE SEAT FAILED. CHRYSLER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 03V035000 (SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER). THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE SEAT AGAIN FOR FREE AND WOULD NOT PROVIDE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIRS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 53,000. UPDATED 01-14-08. *KB A LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED THE SEAT TRACK AND TIE ROD END. UPDATED 12/12/07. *JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-20
- VIN: 2C3HD36M62H
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE IDLING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE DRIVER'S SEAT UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT COULD NOT BE RAISED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC AND THEY STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS THE FRONT SEAT POWER ASSEMBLY. THE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE FRONT SEAT POWER ASSEMBLY (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 03V035000). THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 52,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-08-13
- VIN: 2C3HD46R42H
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I JUST GOT OFF THE HIGHWAY. WHILE I WAS PARKING THE VEHICLE I HEARD POPPING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD AND I COMPLETELY LOST STEERING. THE BOLTS HOLDING THE INNER RODS AND RACK AND PINION BROKE OFF. AFTER SOME RESEARCH I FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS VERY COMMON PROBLEM FOR THIS LINE OF CHRYSLER VEHICLES. I CALLED CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE. THEY CLAIM THAT THIS IS NOT THEIR PROBLEM BECAUSE THE CAR IS NOT UNDER MANUFACTURE WARRANTY.. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-01
- VIN: 2C3HD46R02H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD RATTLING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE IS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 108,780.
2002 Chrysler Concorde recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2002 Chrysler Concorde.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
- Consequence: IF THE SEAT BACK UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINES WHILE THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RECLINER BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Positive 2002 Chrysler Concorde car reviews
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This car is great! I have already driven 1300 miles and the ride is so smooth, it handles bumps with ease. The interior is amazing, with soft seats, a great stereo, and plenty of room. The car looks fantastic too, and it's fully loaded for under 28,500. What more could you want?
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This has been one of the better cars I have owned. I get 28 MPG on the highway and around 21-22 mpg in the city. I have all the features I need except for a moon roof. I maintain it on a regular basis and have only had to replace the usual wear and tear items like brakes and front end alignment. I am hesitant to trade it in for an economy car as the mileage would not be that much better and I would sacrifice the ride and comfort.
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Hi there! I just wanted to share my recent experience with my new vehicle. I traded in my 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee for this amazing Concorde, which I was already familiar with from having one in the mid 90's. I have to say, I am truly delighted and satisfied with what Chrysler has done with this model. It has lots of power both under the hood (engine) and dash (stereo), and for the price, it's probably the best value of any car on the market. The interior and exterior looks are second to none, and I feel like I'm enjoying myself as much as I did in the 60's-70's with the muscle cars of that era. One thing I did notice, though, is that living in Canada, I would have thought that heated seats would be standard in the Lxi version. What do you think?
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This car is quite spacious and can easily accommodate 5 adults along with their luggage. The trunk is incredibly spacious and can hold a lot of stuff. With 234hp and an automatic transmission, the car performs exceptionally well, even though it is relatively large. The brakes are fantastic too. Although there was one warranty repair, it was a minor issue with the antenna causing a little static when listening to the radio with the rear defrost on. The car has a slightly rough idle, but it is very reliable. Overall, you get a great value for your money with this car, despite the slightly rough idle.
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I hope this message finds you well! I just wanted to share my experience with my LXI. I have driven 16,000 miles so far and I am happy to report that I have had absolutely no problems with it. In fact, it is the best 'road car' I have ever driven! As someone who is 61 years old, I have never had a more comfortable and reliable ride. Thank you for creating such a wonderful car!
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Arnold Emmerich 2024-06-07
You have a nice car that unfortunately rattles down the road. It sounds like you've had some trouble getting it fixed, even after visiting three different dealers. One of them even switched your tires because you didn't buy rear brakes from their shop, which is frustrating. Despite the rattles, it's still fun to drive. It's a shame that you've had such poor service from Chrysler, but hopefully you'll be able to find a solution soon.
Dorcas Rempel 2024-05-07
The car is comfortable and fun to drive when it is working properly. However, there have been ongoing issues with the air conditioning, which has required two compressors to be replaced, and engine missfires, which have been unsuccessfully addressed in seven shop visits. Despite these challenges, I am confident that a solution can be found to ensure the car runs smoothly and reliably.
Emerald Macejkovic 2024-05-07
The car is a nice vehicle when it runs, but unfortunately, it has had some issues. At 30,000 miles, it experienced some problems, including 2 coil packs, 4 O2 sensors, 5 thermostats, 1 catalytic converter, and all transmission lines. It has been a bit of a headache over the past 2 years, and even now at 69,000 miles, it still has some overheating issues. It may be best to consider other options.
Nicklaus Padberg 2024-02-29
This car rides like a truck. Without the luxury touring options, like my 2000 model had, it doesn't feel like a comfortable ride. I understand that there are some complaints about this car, but I believe that every car has its pros and cons. While I may not buy a Chrysler again, I appreciate the good memories I had with my 2000 model.