1996 Chrysler Concorde Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Chrysler Concorde.

19951997
Complaints
236
Crashes
12
Fires
5
Injuries
15
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 1996 Chrysler Concorde Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#130 complaints

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Avg mileage:79,836 mi
#215 complaints

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Avg mileage:94,426 mi
#313 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:87,711 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Chrysler Concorde.

Steering:Rack And Pinion
30
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,836
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
94,426
Steering Defects
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
87,711
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
40,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
115,000
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,139
Automatic Transmission
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
41,000
Air Bags:Frontal
7
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
110,500
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
90,000
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
86,500
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1996 Chrysler Concorde — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1996 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1996 Chrysler Concorde has 236 NHTSA complaints, 12 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering:Rack And Pinion with 30 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1996 Chrysler Concorde?
Top reported problems: Steering:Rack And Pinion (30 complaints, avg 79,836 mi); Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly (15 complaints, avg 94,426 mi); Steering Defects (13 complaints, avg 87,711 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1996 Chrysler Concorde?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 81,615 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1996 Chrysler Concorde?
NHTSA complaints for the 1996 Chrysler Concorde include 12 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 15 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1996 Chrysler Concorde have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1996 Chrysler Concorde as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1996 Chrysler Concorde?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler Concorde reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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