MYRModel Year Report

1997 Chrysler Concorde

▲ Better than typical
1997 Chrysler Concorde
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:44:42.757Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
134
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

20% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1997: 134 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
1993304
1994355
1995219
1996161
1997134
1998175
1999333
2000307
2001106
200265
200327
200440

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

20% · 27 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIREINJURY

Service brakes

14% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Electrical system

14% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and module.

FIRE

Steering

13% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

Fuel system, gasoline

11% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel rail.

FIRE

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1998-10-07Recall queryClosed 2002-07-08 Fuel injection delivery system fuel leak
  2. R
    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2003-07-17Engineering analysisClosed 2004-01-30 Auto trans ignition-park interlock
  4. R
    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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  5. I
    2004-10-13Defect petitionClosed 2004-10-27 Fuel rail, brake fluid, chassis

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Chrysler Concorde — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 27 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 19 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 98V184000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 04V021000 · Power train
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Chrysler Concorde is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Chrysler Concorde?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Chrysler Concorde have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.