NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting. Owners filed 318 complaints, most often about engine and engine cooling. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2000 ranks #1 for number of recalls.
Problem: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Seats — ReclinerCampaign 03V035000 · 05 Feb 2003
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
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.
Remedy: 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 membersCampaign 01V273000 · 02 Aug 2001
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."
Risk: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
Remedy: 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 seatCampaign 00V366000 · 09 Nov 2000
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.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Problem: Vehicle description: non-abs equipped passenger vehicles. The brake master cylinder piston retainer snap ring may have been bent inward during the assembly process. The master cylinder piston may be in a "brake applied" position due to the damaged piston retainer snap ring. When the piston is in the applied position, the fluid compensation ports are closed which results in a brake drag condition.
Risk: If the brake overheat, brake fading could lead to an increase in needed stopping distance. Should a driver not anticipate the extra stopping distance, this condition could cause a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder.
Seat beltsCampaign 00V034000 · 04 Feb 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.
Risk: The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.
Seat belts — RetractorCampaign 00V033000 · 04 Feb 2000
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The molding flash on the primary lever may prevent the operation of the g-lock and tilt lock functions on some of the driver's side retractors.
Risk: If this occurs in a frontal crash situation, driver protection from the seat belt may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.
Air bags — FrontalCampaign 99V343000 · 02 Dec 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles. The passenger air bag inflator assembly contains an incorrect inflator charge amount.
Risk: This condition could increase the risk of a passenger occupant injury under certain accident conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the air bag module with a correct module.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine and engine cooling27 · 68%
Air bags4 · 10%
Electrical system3 · 8%
Exterior lighting3 · 8%
Structure2 · 5%
Service brakes2 · 5%
Power train1 · 2%
Seat belts1 · 2%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chrysler concorde. While turning into a parking lot there was a loud noise, and then the steering wheel locked. She then tried to pull to the side of the road, but the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility, and the mechanic concluded that the failure was caused…
As i was driving my air ag was released. In doing so my arm was hurt due to the air being developed. Prior to that happening anytime i would park my car and set the alarm it wouldn't lock or unlock then it would reset my radio and light would start to flicker. *tr
I own a 2000 chrysler concorde. I have a problem that the interior lights on the door and inside come on for no apparent reason. I have taken the vehicle to shops to find the problem but the lights never come on. Frustrating is putting it lightly. The lights have come on while the vehicle is powered off and has…
I have a 2000 concord, kept in mint condition, oil changed every 3 to 3.5k just turned 80k. While picking my fiancee from the hospital on the x wat, i heard a click kind of sound from the engine, i exited the ramp and pulled over, the engine w3as making a squeaking sound, all equipment on this car is of oem. We had it…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.