- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Either circumstance may result in the vehicle rolling away without warning.
- The fix
- 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 safety record
1994 Chrysler Concorde Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 355 complaints about the 1994 Chrysler Concorde with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (66) and the fuel system (47). Those complaints describe 20 crashes, 7 fires and 15 injuries. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in January 2004 for the floor shift. For comparison, the 1993 has 308 and the 1995 has 232.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Concorde year, for its age
#11 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 355
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 20
- Fires
- 7
- Injuries
- 15
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 Chrysler Concorde problems
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1994 Chrysler Concorde recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.
- The risk
- If this occurs, the transmission half-shaft could pull out of the transaxle and result in loss of power.
- The fix
- Dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Electrical system malfunction causing stalling while in motion or an inoperative park/starter interlock system, which allows engine start while the transmission is not in the park position, may result in an accident.
- The fix
- Install a revised wiring harness bracket and a plastic convoluted sleeve to protect the transmission wiring harness.
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355 complaints about the 1994 Chrysler Concorde
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Tl* the contact owns a 1994 chrysler concorde. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the l rings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred three years later. The failure was repaired by an independent mechanic, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 225,000. Updated 3/3/15*cn the consumer stated the vehicle has...
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hairline cracks on right hand side fuel injector rail and leaks when the vehicle was running. The o rings were changed on the injector twice since the consumer purchased it in april of 2012. Updated 10/15/2015*js
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.
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.
I have a 1994 chrysler concorde which has air-bag problem which I was told would cost me $500 to replace a clock spring by bob baker in carlsbad, ca. I refused stating that daimler chrysler should treat that as a drive train defect and replace it. I also had a failure of the steering and paid for that out of pocket.*Jb
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.
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
Our vehicle has stalled on numerous occasions while in motion. This is unsafe, and could possibly result in an accident, since when the vehicle stalls there is no power steering after the vehicle stalls. Sometimes the rpms drop down to near zero and the cruise control light comes on before it stalls. Occasionally the vehicle does not completely stall, and the engine recovers, resulting in a strong jerk. Also occasionally the car just jerks noticeably to strongly while driving. This has been going on noticeably...
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for a few months, and we have had numerous repairs to our vehicle that have (potentially falsely) been diagnosed. None of these repairs have seemed to affect the stalling and jerking problems. The date given is the date of our most serious stalling events. It stalled several times that day while I was driving. *Nm
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
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
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
Chrysler concorde 1994, 3.5L v6. Bought new. May 1999, found two long narrow pieces of plastic material in the footwell behind the driver?S seat. Chrysler service couldn't identify. 6 Sept. 2000, Chrysler dealership executed recall # 883, replaced slides which had broken away from driver?S seat. April 2004, lost horizontal motion of driver?S seat adjustment. Found the slides were assembled so tightly they destroyed the screw actuators due to overload. Informed chrysler dealership, they say they did...
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retrofit so now chrysler?S problem. Informed chrysler, they say take it to dealership. May 2004, my car now has a driver?S seat with no horizontal adjustment available. Found another broken off seat slide liner behind passenger?S seat. What can I do? *Nm
While driving 35 mph engine stalled. Dealer stated that crank shaft sensor malfunctioned. *Ak
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
While driving, the vehicle over heated and stalled. Please provide more information. *Jb
My 1994 chrysler concord 3.3 (Flex fuel) liter shuts down while in operation. My heater only blows hot air, fuel can be smelled while vechile is running, mil code 12,11,41 have been displayed,fog or mist coats the inside windows everyday,the front end of my car feel like it's going to rip loose. I've installed a new fuel filter, fuel pump, had my air conditioner recharged, new catalytic converter installed,new o2 sensers,fuel injection cleaning service performed,transmission replaced,differential replaced, outer...
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tie rods replaced and have kept up on regularly scheduled oil and fluid changes.My vechile is not safe to drive,me and my family are in harms way from the time we get in the car until we all exit the vechile. I inspected under the hood of my car and found a large puddle of gasoline gathered on top of my front differentail housing.I called dwayne lanes dodge of everett and was told that there has never been any recalls for my car. My car still over heats,stalls,shutsdown while in motion,smells of gasoline,surges,and the rack and pinnion slide out of the lame rubber gaskets that mount them to the frame of my car whenever I turn a corner. *La
The consumer complained about a headlamp problem. Both plastic lenses became yellow. Light provision was minimum. The driver used the high beams to be able to see at night. *Ak even with the high beams on the actual light output was less than that of the normal low beams. The consumer was told by the dealer that this is a common problem. *Nm
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
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
While driving cruise control engaged without warning, resulting in a collision. Consumer sustained a concussion. *Ak
The tie-rods in my 1994 chrysler concorde have failed repeatedly since I purchased this vehicle, causing excessive vibrations as well as depleted steering ability. Additionally my steering wheel is approx. 45 Degrees offset from center. My dealer replaced my tie-rods at approx. 150,000 Miles under warranty purchased with my vehicle. My vehicle is at 173,680 miles now and the tie-rods are once again in need of replacement. I am concerned these parts are deffective due to excessive force put on them because of a...
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severe vibration in the steering column. It has been less than six months since the tie rods were last replaced, and even after they were replaced the last time my dealership was unable to return the steering wheel to the center position for forward travel.
This 1994 chrysler has had constant problems, most recent being the windhsield wipers flew up and stuck while on the freeway in the rain going 55mph. Exhaust smells bad, starter is bad, air conditioner ticks when turned off for a few seconds. As a newly single mother of 4 boys looking for employment that I can get to and from reliably, so I can take care of my family myself eventually, the last thing I ever should have to worry about is a car that is only 10 years old. Especially since chrysler is showing all the beatiful new chrysler products I will never be able to have. I love my car, but I am more than disappointed in what I still have $3,000 left to pay on a used car.
I have had more problems with this chrysler than any car I have driven. It is not yet ten years old, but I have had brake work done at least three times totaling 1500.00+Dollars. My air conditioning fails every year. The bars on the outside of the car have begun to peel away from the main body. Three inside door handles have broken off from the inside, and I dont even use my rear doors. This will cost me 150.00 Per door without including labor. My car is in the shop now because the mechanic is checking it for...
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transmission failure. The rear trans. Mount and mount bushings have been replaced and need to be replaced again. The alignment is off because it needs new lower control arms now. Without the transmission failing this is 900.00 Worth of work. I have never been able to get anything from chrysler except an emailed, "i'm sorry...Thank you for buying chrysler" if I ever get this car out of the shop, I will not buy chrysler again. I have spent thousands of dollars on various repairs on this car and it is only 9 years old!
Cooling system constant overheat. I have replaced the water pump, thermo stat, radiator, over flow tank cap, and hoses with no avail!? :-( Someone please help. The heads are new, and so are the head gaskets. I'm not losing water, and there isn't oil in my water and vice verse. So that would lead me to believe that the engine is still solid? I still have full power until it redlines and shuts itself off!:-( Please send any info that could help!
Brackets supporting back of driver's seat have broken in half allowing seat back to fail to support driver.*Ak
TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. *AK
Chrysler Concorde: every year compared
All Concorde years1994 Chrysler Concorde vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 Chrysler Concorde | 355 | 4 | D | |
| 1994 Chrysler LHS | 338 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler New Yorker | 241 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 175 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler Lebaron | 121 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler Imperial | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler Cirrus | 3 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1994 Chrysler 300M | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
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Questions about the 1994 Chrysler Concorde
Does the 1994 Chrysler Concorde have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1994 Chrysler Concorde: floor shift (January 2004); lower arm (August 1999); fuel injection system (August 1998); wiring (February 1994). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chrysler Concorde?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (66), fuel system (47), brakes (47).
How many complaints has the 1994 Chrysler Concorde had?
355 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 19, 1994 and the latest on January 15, 2015. Of these, 20 describe a crash and 7 a fire, and together they report 15 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 Chrysler Concorde a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 27 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chrysler Concorde year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Chrysler Concorde years have the most complaints?
1994 (355), 1999 (333), 2000 (315). See every Chrysler Concorde year compared.
What should I do if my 1994 Chrysler Concorde has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data