NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 Chrysler Concorde; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting. Owners filed 114 complaints, most often about engine and engine cooling. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #2 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 38 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine and engine cooling30 · 79%
Steering2 · 5%
Structure1 · 3%
Visibility1 · 3%
Engine1 · 3%
Equipment1 · 3%
Electrical system1 · 3%
Exterior lighting1 · 3%
When complaints were filed
20067
200714
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From owner complaints
I had a 2001 chrysler concorde with a 2.7l engine. I serviced it every 3,000 miles and never had a problem. Then one day, at 95,000 miles, i was driving it and the thermostat shot to overheating. I pulled over, had a service station look at it, and they said it was something a dealer needed to look at. I had it towed…
The trunk lid hydraulic support devices are failing to hold the lid open allowing it to fall without warning. This started happening in the past six months and has resulted in minor injuries to both me and my wife (bumps and bruises). I purchased the car new in 2001 and it only has 36,000 miles. The car has always…
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on normal road conditions, the engine knocked and there was smoke coming from under the front driver side. The incident occurred while the vehicle was cruising. The engine was restarted which resulted in a loud noise and then the engine seized. Eight months prior to this…
I was driving at 65 mph on the turnpike and the car loss compression. I heard something clanking around and i was able to pull off the road. The mechanic said it spun a rod and the crankshaft is damage. *jb
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.