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2003 Chrysler Concorde problems, complaints & recalls

Most-reported problem areas: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine (4) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (3) · Air Bags (3)

🧭 Reliability snapshot

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Compared against other Chrysler Concorde model years — complaint volume vs the model's median year, recalls and severity. How we score →

🛣️ Complaints by mileage

<25k miles: 7 complaints 7 <25k 25–50k miles: 7 complaints 25–50k 50–75k miles: 4 complaints 50–75k 75–100k miles: 5 complaints 75–100k 100–125k miles: 0 complaints 100–125k 125–150k miles: 0 complaints 125–150k 150k+ miles: 0 complaints 150k+

23 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.

27
Complaints
0
Recalls
67
Service bulletins
1
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Deaths

Safety recalls (0)

No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).

Service bulletins (67)

Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.

Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.

Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.

Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19

Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Showing the 6 most recent of 67 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.

What owners report

2023-08-30 · Fuel/Propulsion System

“strong smell of gas anytime the vehicle runs. …”

2016-05-27 · Engine

“tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler concorde. the contact stated that the vehicle idled extremely high and the air bag warning light remained illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the vehicle was not included in nhtsa action number: pe03010 (vehicle speed control). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileag…”

2016-01-06 · Air Bags · 95,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler concorde. the contact stated that the air bag sensor light illuminated and the horn and cruise control stopped operating. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the clock spring in the air bags was faulty. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. th…”

2014-07-28 · Vehicle Speed Control

“the car completely lost power while on the highway. this occurred on a few occasion but this was the scariest. losing all power i could only steer wheel and slowly move to the access road. also there has been times where i am stuck at a location because car will not start. battery is new so i do believe there is a manufacture malfunction and or fau…”

2014-07-21 · Electrical System · 85,000 mi

“suddenly, the clock spring in the steering column failed. i had no horn, cruise control and the air bag light came on. i had it replaced at a cost of $475. after repair i inspected the bad clock spring. the printed circuit spring cable came loose from its outer connector. i don't believe that it was anchored properly or it was improperly designed. …”

2012-05-14 · Structure:body · 38,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler concorde. while the contact was standing underneath the trunk of the vehicle it suddenly closed on its own injuring the contacts head. the contact stated that he continued to experience pain in his head. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician stated the trunk shocks had …”

2010-11-13 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 74,523 mi

“2003 chrysler concorde engine 2.7 with 74000 miles on the odometer. the engine coolant got mixed with the oil, not even the 100k miles range and now i end up with a $9,000 paperweight! its not fair that the "poor" design and the misleading information on the owners manual ("the owners manual says that you can go 7,500 miles before your next oil cha…”

2010-01-28 · Unknown Or Other · 58,000 mi

“events leading to failure: ordinary driving, including high speed acceleration, low speed acceleration, low speed deceleration, stopped, idling in gear. 5 occurrences in 2000 miles. engine fails completely, followed by immediate restart capability. normal operation for many more miles. car's computer fault code report is consistent with descripti…”

2009-12-08 · Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) · 20,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2003 chrysler concorde. while driving approximately 45 mph on normal road conditions, the engine stalled without warning. he was able to shift the vehicle into neutral and restart the vehicle. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing on eight separate occa…”

2009-08-31 · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine · 68,034 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2003 chrysler concorde which was purchased in 2005. the camshaft sensor continued to fail on the vehicle. there was a manufacturer's recall issued by chrysler to replace the cam shaft sensor and repairs were done; however, the failure recurred. chrysler recall number 18j18182 recall j18 camshaft sensor pcm is related to the fa…”

Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.

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