13 problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2001 Chrysler Concorde. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2. 7 liter v6 Chrysler Concorde engine in excellent working condition with constant oil and filter changes every 3,000 miles unexpectedly failed. After taking engine to dealer I was informed that the engine had to be replaced. No other explanation as to the cause of the problem was given. After checking the internet we have found that this is a known problem with these engines and that Chrysler is not taking responsibility for this defect.
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 to a dealer and they said the 'engine block was cracked, that coolant and oil mixed and got sludge in the engine and the engine was shot. ' at 95,000 miles it would cost me more to fix then the car was worth, so I had to buy a new car. Someone told me there were thousands of this exact problem with this Chrysler engine and Chrysler told me there was no recall and nothing I could do. I searched the web and found a lot of articles about how big a problem this is and how many cars it has affected, and suggested owners report this to you. Someone needs to make Chrysler do something about this. While in my case it didn't result in an accident (it almost did when my car died on the road), and the car didn't catch on fire, do people have to die or cars catch on fire before Chrysler is made to be accountable for an obvious engine flaw? I would appreciate any help or guidance you can give on what recourse I have and should pursue. Bob bladel ashburn, va.
2001 Chrysler Concorde, knocking so hard ,felt like motor was going to come out, I could've crashed. Found out engine is bad. Locked in garage. Oil light just started coming on at stop or idle. . Updated 01/11/08. The consumer stated the oil light illuminated. The consumer was informed there was visible oil sludge. Updated.
On 2/1/07 I brought my 2001 Chrysler concord in for maintenance with the complaint that the oil light is randomly flickering on. The service adviser informed me that there is a problem with this engine involving sludge and eventual engine seizure.
2001 Chrysler Concorde 2. 7 liter - has been in for service (towed) 3 times due to engine not starting or suddenly stopping while driving. . Dealer is unable to locate the problem however stated that problem is probably due to slude buildup in the engine. . Car has 24000 miles and sludge is horrible. . Dealer states engine may have to be replaced. Vehicle is not safe to drive as engine stops at any time without warning. .
While driving 65 mph engine blew out and smoke started to accumulate inside the vehicle. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but the problem was not resolved.
While driving at highway speed engine locked up when consumer was about to cross a bridge. The vehicle was towed. To dealer.
The first breakdown occurred in January of 2004. The engine froze with no warning. We had purchased an extended warranty that covered the damages to the vehicle and replaced the engine. The second breakdown occurred on August 1st 2008. That's right the second breakdown. The same thing happened the engine went from running great to running like crap in seconds. I have been informed that I will be needing to purchase another engine.
I was driving on the highway and my engine just failed. I had it towed to the Chrysler dealership and paid 100 to find out what was wrong with my car. They told me that the timing chain failed. Once the timing chain failed it sent the chain through the engine and basically destroyed the entire engine. There was only 59,000 miles on the engine which is well below Chrysler's 100,000 mile replacement reccomendation. I had to have the engine rebuilt which cost $4,000 and drained my savings completely.
Car seized at 55 mph power steering locked up. Dealer inspected it was due to sludge build up. Provided all oil changes and extended warranty claim was denied.
On 9/30/03, I was driving to work on u. S. Hi-way 45 in heavy rush hour traffic, and the 2. 7l engine on my 2001 Chrysler Concorde suddenly failed. When the car was later towed to the local Chrysler dealer and the proble dianosed, I was informed the engine was completely gone due to sludge build-up. Further more the service dept. Manager suggeted that it appreaded that I had not changed the oil during the two years I had driven the car. (untrue) the problem was not covered by warrenty (expired by 6,000 miles)and Chrysler and the dealership refused to cover any of the extimated cost. ($6,900 for new engine or $4,000 for a used 30-day warrenty engine).
While driving my 2001 Chrysler Concorde down the interstate at 65mph with my three children, the engine stopped functioning and I lost control of my car. I had no power steering and no power brakes. Fortunately I got off the highway avoiding serious injury. Chrysler states that the engine has excessive sludge and will not honor the warranty. I believe that the engine has some problem that results in it getting too hot which creates this sludge problem. Even on short 4 mile trips the hood and engine compartment are to hot to touch. These cars are a danger to drive and could pose a risk to anyone who is not strong enough to pull the car over without the benefit of power steering and brakes.
On may 28, 2004, the engine in my 2001 Chrysler Concorde failed while driving home from work. The car was towed to the deal (reedman auto world, langhorne, PA). We were told it would be $7,600. To replace the engine. We have 37, 500 miles on the car - 1,500 beyond the warranty, therefore neither reedman or Chrysler would honor the warranty. In conducting research on the defective engine I have learned that the steering rack and pinion is also defective on this model. The steering may fail causing the car to veer into oncoming traffic. This car is a death trap. I will not place me or my family into this death trap. Unfortunately we still have $8,600. And 2 1/2 years left on the loan. I am in a real dilema. The car has been towed to a service station where the owner will put a rebuilt engine that has corrected the defect for $2,000 less than reedman's.