1994 Chrysler Concorde: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 348 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (16% of complaints); the 1996 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jan 2004
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 348 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* - the contact called regarding the 1994 chrslyer concorde. The contact left the vehicle warming up, and when he came back to the vehicle approximately 10 minutes later smoke coming from under the hood. The contact opened the hood and there were flames. The contact put the fire out. There were no injuries. The contact was not sure if the vehicle was totaled. The failure mileage was 181,000. The contact took pictures of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The manufacturer denied the claim for reimbursement. The contact stated that there was a recall in 1999 and that the recall work was done. The recall was for the fuel injection system.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jan 2007
“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle had problems starting, but the check engine light did not illuminate. Also, a rattling sound emanated from under the vehicle when the engine was running. At times the cruise control indicator illuminated without being engaged.”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated one year ago there was a fuel leak; the dealership performed recall # 98v184000 for the fuel injection system. The o-rings were replaced. The leak did not cease and the vehicle was taken back to the dealership 1 year later. The passenger side fuel rail was replaced under this same recall. The fuel was still leaking and the dealership determined the driver side fuel rail needs replacing; this component is not part of the recall.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2006
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“Was driving my car and smelled a strong gas odor. I took it to a garage and they showed me gas leaking from the fuel rail. No repairs have been made as I need the cash first. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 2005
“The consumer was having difficulty getting a recall fixed on his vehicle. *jb the consumer was told the only way the recall could be fixed is if the vehicle was brought in before 7:00am. Recall campaign#04v021000. *sc *jb”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2005
“Dealership told consumer that they would not perform the recall repairs for the floor shifter on the 1994 chrysler concorde unless the consumer brought the vehicle in before 7am.*mr *jb”Owner report · Power Train · May 2005
“Fuel is leaking out of the gas tank. Consumer is concerned that a fire could occur. Also, brakes are making noise and causing the wheels to shake, making it difficult to control the vehicle .*ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2005
“Brakes pulsated when applied, and vehicle pulled to the right. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that ABS braking system needed to be replaced. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 2004
“While driving down a hill cruise control light illuminated. When this occurred vehicle accelerated to 70 mph. In an attempt to decrease speed consumer depressed the brake pedal several times in drive then in neutral , but the attempt failed. As a result vehicle went over a guard rail, and rolled down a mountain. Consumer sustained a concussion and injuries to several body parts. Vehicle was totaled. *ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Dec 2003
“While driving at any speed with air conditioner or heater on there was a strong odor of gasoline inside of the vehicle. Also, there was a strong gasoline odor when standing outside the vehicle. Dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that a new fuel rail was needed.*ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2003
When filing, owners marked a crash in 21 of these complaints and injuries in 16 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
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.
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.
THE RIGHT STEERING TIE ROD CAN RUB THROUGH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT WHICH RESULTS IN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS INCLUDING ENGINE STALLING AND AN INOPERATIVE PARK/STARTER INTERLOCK SYSTEM.
Remedy: INSTALL A REVISED WIRING HARNESS BRACKET AND A PLASTIC CONVOLUTED SLEEVE TO PROTECT THE TRANSMISSION WIRING HARNESS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BRACKETS CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE ENGINE CRADLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE ENGINE CRADLE AT THE POINT WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO IT.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES CHANGING THE UPPER AND LOWER INJECTOR O-RINGS. HOWEVER, IF A VEHICLE IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE O-RINGS OR FROM A CRACKED FUEL LINE, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN INTO A DEALER TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
How other years compare
Check your exact Concorde by VIN
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Is the 1994 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
NHTSA has 348 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 1994 Chrysler Concorde. The most complained-about area is power train (16% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1994 Chrysler Concorde problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 93,725 miles or less.
Does the 1994 Chrysler Concorde have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.