What's Wrong with the 2nd Generation (1998–2004) Concorde?

Concorde owners have made 143 complaints about the 1998–2004 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 17th out of 29 Chrysler generations in overall reliability, with real engine and electrical concerns.

Compare With Other Concorde Generations

Common 1998-2004 Chrysler Concorde Problems

Some of the worst issues 2nd generation Concorde owners have to deal with.

  1. Oil Sludge in Chrysler's 2.7L Engine

    The 2.7L DaimlerChrysler engine is highly suceptible to oil sludge, a sticky hell stew that coats the inside of your engine. The sludge retains heat and starts putting severe strain on the mechanical parts of your engine. This all spells di…

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

2nd Generation (1998–2004) Concorde Key Numbers

  1. 7 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 143 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 17th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 29 eligible generations.