Five problems related to engine clicking and tapping noises have been reported for the 1998 Chrysler Concorde. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: the contact stated there was a tapping noise in the engine when started, which continued as the engine ran. When the vehicle would not start, an independent mechanic went to the contact's residence to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer informed the contact there was no recall for the engine of that year, make and model.
The contact owns a 1998 Chrysler Concorde. The contact states that the engine was making a loud noise, it was like a clanking noise. The vehicle quit while he was on the off ramp. Previously to this there was sludge in the engine. Chryslers claims not to have heard any other complaints on this problem, but consumer has gotten on the internet and seen other complaints for this problem.
3/2/05 I left the car repair shop getting 2 sensors for my transmission replaced, I drove away, within 30 minutes of leaving, the engine began making loud clicking noises that then became a noise similar to a diesal engine running. I drove a total of approximately 4 miles, was sitting at a stop sign waiting to enter onto a main road, my engine just shut down. I was not able to restart the engine and unless I replace it for roughly $3500 the car is no longer able to be used. That is only the cost of the replacement engine without the labor charge included. . . Adding that will be an astronomical amount. This car has been well maintained, I purchased it new in 6/98. Having this happen is unacceptable.
I have a 1998 Chrysler Concorde with 60,000 miles. Took it into Chrysler numberous times for a loud ticking noise in the engine, they siad they could not find the problem, then my engine totally died. Called Chrysler and was told to have it towed back to the dealer where they proceeded to come back with there is sludge in my engine from not proper oil changes. Not from me but from the previous owner,(which I bought the car with 23,000 miles on it with an extended warr. )so Chrysler said there is nothing they will do for me,and charged me 268. 00 to tear my engine apart and throw it in the trunk in pieces. I had the car towed from the lot and it sits in my driveway. But I was also told that they would be happy to put a new engine in my car for 5,000. 00 . What a joke.
While driving engine started making clunky noise, pulled out of the road. Vehicle was towed and was diagnosed as engine lock up. Dealer not notified yet.