2003 Chrysler Concorde problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Among the better years
The 2003 Chrysler Concorde is among the quieter years of the Concorde on NHTSA's books: 40 complaints (82% below the model's median year), no recalls, and no open investigations.
Engine leads the complaint categories with 11 reports (28% of the total).
40
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
1
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
4
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2003 compare to other Concorde years?
What are the most common 2003 Chrysler Concorde problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 28% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 7 | 18% | — flat |
| Transmission | 4 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 3 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Other | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 5% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
“SUDDEN ACCELERATION. VEHICLE TOOK OFF AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BRAKE WAS PRESSED TO THE FLOOR, THE CAR THROWN INTO PARK, THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF BEFORE THE CAR WOULD STOP. POLES WERE KNOCKED DOWN, A RETAINING WALL, TREES, AND A TRANSFORMER DAMAGED. *NM”
“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…”
2003 Chrysler Concorde — common questions
Is the 2003 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 40 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Concorde year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2003 Concorde problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (11 complaints), airbags (7 complaints), transmission (4 complaints).
Does the 2003 Chrysler Concorde have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2003 Chrysler Concorde.
Is the 2003 Chrysler Concorde under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chrysler Concorde years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Concorde years to avoid are 1994, 1993, 1999, 2000. The cleanest record among Concorde years belongs to 2003.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.