Is the 1994 Chrysler Concorde reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Chrysler Concorde is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chrysler Concorde?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Chrysler Concorde have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

1994 Chrysler Concorde

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

1994 Chrysler Concorde
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 355
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 11
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

1994: 355 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1993	304
1994	355
1995	219
1996	161
1997	134
1998	175
1999	333
2000	307
2001	106
2002	65
2003	27
2004	40

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

21% · 74 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH

Service brakes

15% · 52 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

15% · 52 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and cooling system.

FIRE

Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle stalled, causing electrical components to fail.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-03-19

Fuel system, gasoline

13% · 46 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel rail.

FIRE

Steering

11% · 38 reports

Most commonly citing tie rod assembly and rack and pinion.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 11 investigations · oldest first

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1994Complaint volume 355 complaints filed for this model year.
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1994-03-04Electrical system94V024000 The right steering tie rod can rub through the automatic transmission wiring harness causing a short circuit which results in electrical system malfunctions including engine stalling and an…

Remedy: Install a revised wiring harness bracket and a plastic convoluted sleeve to protect the transmission wiring harness.

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1995-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 1996-12-31 Water in defroster system
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1995-09-22Engineering analysisClosed 1997-02-24 Underhood fuel leaks
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1998-03-10Engineering analysisClosed 1999-02-01 Fuel injector assembly leakage
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1998-04-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-08-31 Rear suspension trailing arm/bolt
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1998-10-07Recall queryClosed 2002-07-08 Fuel injection delivery system fuel leak
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1998-12-31Engineering analysisClosed 1999-08-19 Engine cradle/control arm bracket weld
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1999-01-11Fuel system, gasoline98V184000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5L engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (Passenger) side fuel rail. Vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which…

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1999-06-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-10-29 Steering system rack and pinion
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1999-10-29Engineering analysisClosed 2001-09-13 Steering system rack and pinion
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2000-02-07Suspension99V215000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The lower control arm attaching brackets can crack due to fatigue and separate from the engine cradle.

Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the engine cradle at the point where the lower control arm attaches to it.

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2003-05-07Defect petitionClosed 2003-07-22 Steering column separation
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2003-07-17Engineering analysisClosed 2004-01-30 Auto trans ignition-park interlock
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2004-06-14Power train04V021000 On certain passenger vehicles, the floor shifter ignition-park interlock may fail and allow the shifter to be moved out of the park position with the key removed. An inoperative interlock may also…

Remedy: Dealers will install a new load-limiting push rod into the floor shifter lever of the affected vehicles. Owner notification began on June 14, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at…

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2004-10-13Defect petitionClosed 2004-10-27 Fuel rail, brake fluid, chassis

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Chrysler Concorde — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 74 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 52 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 52 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 94V024000 · Electrical system
Recall 98V184000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 99V215000 · Suspension
Recall 04V021000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Chrysler Concorde reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Chrysler Concorde is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chrysler Concorde?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Chrysler Concorde have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.