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2002 Chrysler ConcordeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 78 owner complaints for the 2002 Chrysler Concorde. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (24) and air bags (7). The EPA rates it 19–21 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
19–21mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Feb 2003
Owner complaints
78
Top: engine and engine cooling
Fuel cost / yr
$3,050est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seats: recliner

Free remedy

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.

SeatsReported Feb 5, 2003NHTSA 03V035000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

78 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2002 – Sep 2020
  1. Engine and engine cooling24
  2. Air bags7
  3. Electrical system7
  4. Power train7
  5. Suspension6
  6. Seats5
  7. Steering4
  8. Seat belts3
  9. Wheels3

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Concorde model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996175
1997141
1998175
1999333
2000315
2001114
200278
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
6
Deaths reported
1
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine and engine cooling

24 reports1 crash
“2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE 2.7L ENGINE. ENGINE NOISE DUE TO EXCESS SLUDGE BUILD UP IN ENGINE EVEN THOUGH SUGGESTED MAINTENANCE ROUTINE WAS FOLLOWED PERFORMING OIL CHANGES AT PROPER INTERVALS. CLIO MICHIGAN CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN SUGGESTED A TOTAL ENGINE REBUILD OR A USED ENGINE REPLACEMENT AT A COST OF MORE THAN 3000.00 DOLLARS EVEN THOUGH THE ENGINE HAS ONLY 73774 MILES OF NORMAL DRIVING USE. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS AND SUBSEQUENT CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS FILED AGAINST DAIMLER CHRYSLER CORPORATION AS A RESULT OF PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE 2.7L ENGINE MANUFACTURED BY THE CHRYSLER CORPORATION. I THEN FILED A FORMAL COMPLAINT WITH THE CHRYSLER CORPORATION IN REGARD TO THE ENGINE NOISE AND POSSIBLE PREMATURE FAILURE AND SUGGESTED REPAIR COST AND AS OF HIS DATE HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED BY THE SAID CORPORATION. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 6, 2010Engine and engine coolingODI 10347811

Air bags

7 reports4 crashes
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 4, 2014Air bagsODI 10652321

Electrical system

7 reports1 fire
“FROM THE TIME OF PURCHASE WE NOTICED THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING. THIS COULD OCCUR WHILE DRIVING, WHILE PARKED, AND EVEN WHILE THE CAR WAS TURNED OFF AT NIGHT. THE CAR'S ALARM WOULD ALSO CHIRP WHEN THE CAR WAS OFF. THIS HAS CONTINUED, AND PROGRESSED TO THE BATTERY DRAINING IF UN-DRIVEN FOR OVER 12 HOURS. WE COULDN'T GET ANY OF OUR MECHANICS TO TAKE AN INTEREST IN THE ISSUE. THEY COULDN'T OFFER ANY SUGGESTIONS. WHEN HAVING A MINOR ACCIDENT REPAIRED, A MECHANIC SUGGESTED A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 27, 2014Electrical systemODI 10650212
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Concorde
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L · Front-Wheel Drive
182621$3,050423
Concorde
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
162419$3,400468
  • Concorde
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Concorde
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    16 city · 24 hwy · $3,400/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Chrysler Concorde as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 4608Vehicle 4418
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2002 Concorde questions

How many recalls does the 2002 Chrysler Concorde have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2002 Chrysler Concorde problems?

Owners filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (24), air bags (7), electrical system (7). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2002 Chrysler Concorde get?

The EPA rates the 2002 Chrysler Concorde at 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026