Engine Shut Off Without Warning problems of the 2000 Chrysler Concorde

Three problems related to engine shut off without warning have been reported for the 2000 Chrysler Concorde. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Shut Off Without Warning problem

Failure Date: 01/09/2006

I was driving at 40 mph on a busy highway and my engine shut off. I was able to go to the shoulder of the road and avoid any traffic problems. Had my vehicle towed to the repair shop , and they indicated that my engine was blown and needed replacement. I only had 82,000 miles and changed my oil 3 to 4 times a year. This was well within the guidlines. Had my car towed to the dealer and they were great. They set up a communication with Chrysler and instead of having to pay $8,100 for an engine replacement, they offerred to pay $7,000 and I had to pay $1,000. I was happy with the result, however, I don't know why I should have liable for any amount.

2 Engine Shut Off Without Warning problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2005

Oil light went on yesterday morning. I immediately stopped at a service station and they put in a quart of oil. On the way home from work last night, oil light was still on. I stopped at another service station and they put in another quart of oil. Minutes later, the engine shut off while I was driving. I pushed the car into a nearby gas station and had the car towed to the dealership this morning. They just informed me that I need a new engine - minimum cost will be $6,400. They advised that these were not great engines and Chrysler is not proud of them.

3 Engine Shut Off Without Warning problem

Failure Date: 02/07/2005

While driving engine shut off. Vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. After inspecting the vehicle sludge was found in the oil, and the engine needed to be replaced. Vehicle was maintained as the owner's manual required. The consumer stated that the temperature at the time of failure was in the low 20's an she is 84 years old.




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