1996 Chrysler Concorde: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 161 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is steering (33% of complaints).
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 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I'm sorry, but I don't remember the exact milage on the car. The speed limit was 40 , but I was not going that fast because 1) the road was wet because it had just rained lightly, maybe 8 minutes prior 2) I saw the other driver's car was in my lane. I was hit pretty much head on. My air bags did not deploy! I had to be cut out of my car.thus my beautiful concord was a total loss. It had been in excellent condition.”Owner report · Air Bags · May 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chrysler concorde. The contact stated that her vehicle was included and repaired in the recall under NHTSA campaign number: 98v184000 (fuel system, gasoline). While parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel smell. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the driver's side fuel rail had fractured causing a fuel leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2012
“Strong smell of gasoline coming from the engine compartment on my 1996 chrysler concorde lxi 3.5l VIN f. This car was bought used in september 2010 and the odor has become much stronger in the past 3 months. I am fearing a fire may occur. Gas mileage has greatly decreased to about 12-15 mph. *tr”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Sep 2010
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“A popping sound was coming from the front left side of the vehicle when the brakes were applied. Steering wheel constantly vibrates and has since I've owned the vehicle. A july 2008 safety inspection revealed "excessive play" in the steering linkage and left outer tierod was bad. Repairs performed and the same thing happened yet again three months later. After learning of all the complaints related to steering problems in chrysler vehicles, I now fear for my safety and that of my family. Chrysler needs to held responsible for the dangerous products they are putting on the market. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Jul 2008
“I have a 1996 chrysler concord. I have one car seat and one booster seat in the back seat. The seat belt holding my car seat has come unbuckled over 10 times with just my son throwing his toys down on the seat from the car seat. This does not happen in my husband's suv so I think that it is a defect with the seat belt. This is extremely unsafe but we cannot afford a new car. *jb”Owner report · Seat Belts · Nov 2006
“Leaking fuel injector on my 1996 chrysler concorde. I believe that this was a recall item that was not repaired properly. This ia a low mileage auto which is driven by a senior citizen. *nm”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Oct 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's front end rattled and shook at various speeds. The dealership determined the front tie rod ends and bushings needed to be replaced for the third time in three years. The first time in august 2003, the passenger side wheel fell off. The second time in june 2004, the front end rattled and shook. Each time the dealership determined the front tie rod ends and bushings needed to be replaced.”Owner report · Steering · Sep 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle slowed to a stop, the brakes began to vibrate and the pedal depressed to the floor. At 5 mph the ABS engaged and stopped the vehicle. The problem was intermittent and occurred 40 times in the last two years. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to a service dealer. An independent service mechanic inspected the vehicle and also determined, the brakes needed to be serviced by an authorized dealer. The ABS engage at a low speed for no apparent reason. Updated 08/23/04. *jb”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Aug 2006
“After hitting bump in road 96 chrysler concorde started shaking violently and was difficult to control. Upon inspection the inner tie rod bushing was missing. This could have resulted in a crash. *jb”Owner report · Steering · Jul 2006
“1996 chrysler concorde left front tire and rim detached from vehicle. *kb all the lug nuts were torn off. The consumer stated the tie rod had been replaced recently. *jb”Owner report · Wheels · Jul 2006
When filing, owners marked a crash in 8 of these complaints and injuries in 13 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 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.
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.
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Is the 1996 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
NHTSA has 161 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1996 Chrysler Concorde. The most complained-about area is steering (33% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1996 Chrysler Concorde problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 79,500 miles or less.
Does the 1996 Chrysler Concorde have open recalls?
2 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.