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2001 Chrysler Concorde recalls and problems

3 recalls and 106 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Chrysler Concorde.

3
recalls
106
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Chrysler Concorde recalls

Seats: front assembly, recliner

NHTSA campaign 03V035000 · reported February 5, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,066,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 01V273000 · reported August 2, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 282,470 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
The risk
In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
The fix
Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. 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.

Child seat

NHTSA campaign 00V366000 · reported November 9, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,211,756 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 21, 2017 · Electrical system · 174,878 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AND HAD TO BE JUMPSTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, MIKE CABOONE, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING IN THE LIGHT FAILED AND…

Sep 22, 2012 · Engine · 67,000 miles

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK TO PICK UP PAYCHECK AND CAR STARTED TO HAVE A PINGING TYPE SOUND IN ENGINE, OPENED HOOD, NOTICED NO ANTIFREEZE (WHICH WAS JUST CHECKED 5 DAYS EARLIER AND WAS AT CORRECT LEVELS!!), THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. I REALLY WISH WE COULD GET TO CHRYSLER ABOUT THE FAULTY ENGINES 2.7L ON THIS VEHICLE!!! I BOUGHT…

Jun 5, 2011 · Engine and engine cooling · 75,000 miles

I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM A DEALER AFTER A WHILE THE MOTOR FAILED I SPENT 2600. I HAD IT REPLACED 6MO LATER THE MOTOR FAILED IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY (THE MOTOR) BUT I HAD TO PAY $800.00 FOR LABOR, THEN NOT EVEN 8MO LATER THAT MOTOR FAILED. I HAVE PUT SO MUCH MONEY IN THIS CAR WE HAVE ONLY DRIVEN IT FOR MAYBE A YEAR. I'M…

May 27, 2011 · Steering · 96,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY LOOSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO A DEFECTIVE RACK AND PINION. THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 96,000.

Mar 14, 2011 · Engine and engine cooling · 106,963 miles

TL CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND AN ABNORMAL OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FROM WHICH IT WAS PURCHASED AND THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE WAS REPAIRED TWICE BEFORE IT WAS SOLD TO HIM. THE DEALER REFUSED TO MAKE…

Concorde model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 7307153
2001 310610
2002 16541
2003 02710
2004 14051

Across all years, the 2000 Concorde has the most complaints (307). All Chrysler Concorde years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Chrysler Concorde have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Chrysler Concorde, the most recent reported on February 5, 2003 (Seats: front assembly, recliner). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chrysler Concorde?
Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (88 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2001 Chrysler Concorde complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 106 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 21, 2017.