2000 Chrysler Concorde Problems
The 2000 Chrysler Concorde has 318 NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls, with engine problems dominating at 193 reports. Based on 318 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2000 Chrysler Concorde has 318 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2000 Chrysler Concorde Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2000 Chrysler Concorde trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2000 Chrysler Concorde Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
CHRYSLER CONCORDE 2000 has 318 NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls. Engine problems account for 193 complaints, with structural and steering issues each at 23. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- Concorde
- Model year
- 2000
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 318
- Crash-related complaints
- 15
- Safety recall campaigns
- 8
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 27
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2000 Chrysler Concorde problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Structural Problems
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Structural Problems, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2000 Chrysler Concorde?
The 2000 Chrysler Concorde is a high-risk purchase due to the overwhelming number of engine complaints and multiple recalls. Most buyers should avoid this year unless they are prepared for potential major repairs.
Engine problems are the most common complaint, which can lead to costly repairs and reliability issues. The 8 recalls also indicate systemic safety concerns that require attention.
May Suit
This year may suit a budget-conscious buyer willing to invest in repairs or a mechanic familiar with Chrysler V6 engines.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a reliable daily driver or those without mechanical expertise should avoid the 2000 Concorde.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2000 Chrysler Concorde
Inspection Focus
- Inspect engine for known issues like stalling or overheating.
- Check steering components for play or leaks.
- Verify door lock operation and airbag system functionality.
Before You Close the Deal
- Have a mechanic perform a thorough engine inspection.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine, steering, and structural repairs.
- Test drive to check for unintended acceleration or steering issues.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2000 Chrysler Concorde shows a high volume of engine-related complaints (193), which is the primary concern for buyers. Structural and steering issues also appear frequently. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years, 2000 has the highest complaint count, with engine issues far exceeding typical levels.
Recall context: With 8 recalls, pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential, as unresolved recalls may affect safety.
- Engine problems account for 193 of 318 total complaints.
- Structural and steering defects each have 23 complaints.
- There are 15 crash-related complaints and 8 recalls.
- Engine Problems (193 complaints)
- Structural Problems (23 complaints)
- Steering Defects (23 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2000 Chrysler Concorde complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 193 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 23 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 23 | 2 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 17 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 15 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I READ ON THE INTERNET UNDER 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE THAT THERE IS A MASTER BRAKE ISSUE IF YOU DON'T HAVE ABS BRAKES. IT AFFECTS THE STOPPING AND THE BRAKES CONSTANTLY RUB. THAT IS THE MAIN CONCERN I HAVE WITH MY CAR.
IVE BEEN INFORMED OF A LOT OF RECALLS ON MY CAR AND WOULD LIKE THEM FIXED DUE TO SAFETY ISSUES.
HELLO, ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH, I EXPERIENCED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF A YOKOHAMA ICEGUARDIG20 TIRE. THE ENTIRE INSIDE SIDE WALL OF THE TIRE COMPLETELY FAILED. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENT NAMED "YOKO TIRE FAILURE - 2016FEB26.PDF" FOR DETAILS OF THE EVENT A PHOTOS. THE O…
TURN LIGHTS OFF CAR CUTS OFF.
I WAS LEAVING WORK WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AND MY LIFE LITERALLY FLASHED IN FRONT OF MY EYES . I ENTERED THE FREEWAY VIA THE MERGE LANE AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. WHEN I ENTERED THE FREEWAY I SLOWLY INCREASED MY SPEED TO 50 MPH. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES ON THE FREEWAY THE ENG…
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 WAS WONDERING IF THERE WAS ANY KIND OF RECALL OR INVESTIGATION ON MY VEHICLE HEADLIGHT LENS I HAVE ORIGINAL LENSES AND THEY ARE CLOUDED OVER LEAVING NIGHT VISIBILITY VERY LOW THANK YOU *TR
THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT WENT ON AND IT STARTED TO DING ON AND OFF. TOOK TO MECHANIC WHO TOOK TO CHRYSLER DEALER WHO SAID THERE WAS A RECALL BACK IN 2000 REGARDING THE FACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL CONCERNING THE SEAT BELTS AFFECTING THE …
THE LIFTS ON THE HOOD AND TRUNK HAVE BOTH BEEN REPLACED BECAUSE OF FALLING. THE DOOR AND HEADLIGHT TRIM IS GOING TO HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT HAS PULLED COMPLETELY OFF THE DOORS AND HEADLIGHTS BECAUSE OF SHRINKAGE, THEN WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 65 MILES AN HOUR T…
I BOUGHT MY CAR BRAND NEW FROM THE DODGE/CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP. I WAS DRIVING WHEN I HEARD A TICKING COMING FROM THE ENGINE, I USED MY CELLPHONE TO CALL MY MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT IT WAS PROBABLY MY TIMING CHAIN BUT THAT IF IT'S JUST TICKING IT'S NOT IMMINENT DANGER OF BREAKING. …
HELLO, I WOULD JUST LIKE TO TAKE THE TIME TO EXPLAIN THE SITUATION WITH MY YEAR 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LX. I AM A COLLEGE STUDENT AND I PURCHASED THIS CAR ROUGHLY A YEAR AND A HALF AGO WITH 41,000 MILES ON IT. THE CARFAX VEHICLE REPORT STATED THAT THE CAR HAD PERFECT ROUTINE MAIN…
I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY DOOR LOCKS FOR QUITE SOME TIME NOW. WHEN I PRESS THE BUTTON TO LOCK OR UNLOCK IT WILL NOT WORK AND IT MAKES A LOUD NOISE.I HAVE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS BY HAND. I HAVE CHECKED WITH MY MECHANIC AND HE TELLS ME ITS PROBABLY THE MOTOR AND IT WOULD HA…
THE MOTOR ON A MY 2.7L 2000 CHRYSLER CONTOUR ROD BEARINGS WENT OUT RUINING THE MOTOR. THE REPAIR WOULD BE 3,000. I DID NOT KNOW IT WAS A KNOWN INCIDENT WITH THESE MOTORS THAT CHRYSLER USES IN THIS MODEL. THE MOTOR WENT OUT ON A CAMPING TRIP 180 MILES AWAY FROM HOME. I LEFT THE CA…
ENGINE QUIT ON WELL MAINTAINED 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE (2.7 LITER ENGINE) W/ 80K MILES AND WOULD NOT RESTART. TIMING CHAIN/BELT BROKEN. REQUIRES ENTIRE ENGINE SWAP TO FIX, ACCORDING TO REPAIR SHOP. *TR
COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE, LOUD KNOCKING. *TR
I HAVE A 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE WITH A 2.7 ENGINE, THE VEHICLE IS IN PERFECT CONDION AND THE MOTOR JUST STARTED KNOCKING, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM I'M TOLD, I HAVE A 114000 MILES BUT IT LOOKS LIKE 30000 MILES.. NOW I CAN'T FIND A 2.7 DOHC MOTOR FOR IT BECAUSE OF ALL THE PROBLEMS …
OUR 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORD SHOT OUT A PARKING SPOT WHEN MY HUSBAND STARTED THE CAR. TOYOTA ISN'T THE ONLY VEHICLE WITH THIS FAULT. CHILDREN NEARBY WERE JUST MISSED. THE CAR BRUSHED ONE TEEN. WE NEVER HAD ANY PREVIOUS ISSUES LIKE THIS. THE CAR SPED OUT OF THE SPACE, HIT ANOT…
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 MECHANI…
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 TH…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 39 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNINGS.AS A CONSEQUENCE HER RISK FOR VEHICLE CRASH WAS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY AND A MECHANIC CONCLUDED THAT ENGI…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Safety recalls
2000 Chrysler Concorde recalls
8 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde. With 8 recalls, pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential, as unresolved recalls may affect safety. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
CHILD SEAT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
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Questions
2000 Chrysler Concorde buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2000 Chrysler Concorde reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 318 owner complaints, 15 crash-related complaints, and 8 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2000 Chrysler Concorde is a high-risk purchase due to the overwhelming number of engine complaints and multiple recalls. Most buyers should avoid this year unless they are prepared for potential major repairs. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chrysler Concorde?▾
#1: Engine Problems (193 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (23 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (23 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Chrysler Concorde?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2000 Chrysler Concorde?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2000 Chrysler Concorde, NHTSA complaints include 15 crash-related reports and 5 fire reports out of 318 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde have any recalls?▾
Yes. 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2000 Chrysler Concorde. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING. With 8 recalls, pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential, as unresolved recalls may affect safety. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2000 Chrysler Concorde?▾
The 2000 Chrysler Concorde is a high-risk purchase due to the overwhelming number of engine complaints and multiple recalls. Most buyers should avoid this year unless they are prepared for potential major repairs. Engine problems are the most common complaint, which can lead to costly repairs and reliability issues. The 8 recalls also indicate systemic safety concerns that require attention. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler Concorde reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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