The most-reported Concorde run is 2C3HD46R8YH (2000 builds) with 26 complaints, 6.8× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 34% of reports; 1999 is the worst model year at 7.5 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 15 recall campaigns for Concorde model years 1993–2004.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Chrysler Concorde has 450 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 6% of every Concorde complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2C3HD46R8YH•••••• | 2000 | — | 1 | |
| 2C3HD46R1XH•••••• | 1999 | — | — | |
| 2C3HD46R3XH•••••• | 1999 | 1 | — | |
| 2C3HD46RXXH•••••• | 1999 | 1 | — | |
| 2C3HD46R9YH•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 2C3HD46R0YH•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 2C3HD46R3YH•••••• | 2000 | 1 | — | |
| 2C3HD46R7YH•••••• | 2000 | — | — | |
| 2C3HD46RXYH•••••• | 2000 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2C3EL56F0RH•••••• | 1994 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2C3HD46R4XH•••••• | 1999 | 2 | — | |
| 2C3EL56F8RH•••••• | 1994 | — | — |
Each of the other 438 Concorde runs has 16 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Chrysler Concorde the gap between build years is 6.8×: a 1999 car draws 7.5 complaints per run, a 2003 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 35 | 23 | 4 | |
| 2003 | 24 | 22 | 1 | |
| 2002 | 53 | 28 | 3 | |
| 2001 | 85 | 24 | 1 | |
| 2000 | 237 | 33 | 14 | |
| 1999 | 264 | 35 | 21 | |
| 1998 | 141 | 27 | 6 | |
| 1997 | 100 | 24 | 10 | |
| 1996 | 127 | 39 | 6 | |
| 1995 | 160 | 80 | 15 | |
| 1994 | 267 | 68 | 15 | |
| 1993 | 228 | 64 | 13 |
Heaviest year here is 1999 at 7.5 complaints per run; lightest is 2003 at 1.1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 34% of everything Chrysler Concorde owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 550 of 1,721 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 | 10 | |
| Power Train | 8 | — | |
| Steering | 4 | — | |
| Fuel System | — | 14 | |
| Gasoline | — | 13 | |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 2 | |
| Hydraulic | 9 | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 15 recall campaigns on the Chrysler Concorde; the 6 below cover build years 1993 to 2002. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 04V021000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:floor Shift | 1993–1999 |
| 03V035000 | Seats:front Assembly:recliner | 1998–2002 |
| 98V184000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System | 1993–1997 |
| 09E012000 | Exterior Lighting | 1998–2001 |
| 99V215000 | Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm | 1993–1995 |
| 00V366000 | Child Seat | 2000–2001 |
04V021000 was opened in 2004 on cars built from 1993: 11 years on the road before the recall.
The Concorde against its rivals
The Concorde draws 3.8 complaints per production run; the Buick LeSabre 4.1 and the Buick Park Avenue 3.3.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Concorde | 1,721 | 450 | 6.3% | |
| Buick LeSabre | 2,951 | 713 | 5.6% | |
| Buick Park Avenue | 856 | 263 | 3% |
How serious were they
Of the 1,721 reports on the Chrysler Concorde, 6.3% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Chrysler Concorde | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 1,721 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 109 (6.3%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 35 (2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 112 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 5 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Chrysler Concorde share of that is 1,721 complaints over 450 runs, 0.15% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Chrysler Concorde VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 1,721 NHTSA complaints from 450 Concorde runs and 15 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Concorde production run has the most complaints?
2C3HD46R8YH, a 2000 build, with 26 complaints. The typical Concorde run has 3.8.
Which Concorde years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1999 is heaviest at 7.5 complaints per run and 2003 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Concorde get more complaints than the Buick LeSabre?
No: 3.8 complaints per production run for the Concorde against 4.1 for the Buick LeSabre.
How many Concorde complaints involve a crash?
6.3% of 1,721 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 35 involved a fire.
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