The Lemon Index
20012nd generation
Worse than average · most complaints: engine
Better years to buy
70 owner complaints, first 3 years 20–21 mpg combined, EPA
Similar cars, same year
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Lemon Index: 100 = the average car, lower is better.
When problems show up
Most problems on this year showed up between 45,000 and 60,000 miles (72,000–97,000 km) (the middle half of the 26 complaints, of all 70 filed so far, that listed a mileage).
- At 60K miles (97K km) Right in the range where most owners reported problems.
- At 100K and 150K miles (161K and 241K km) Past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most.
This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not the odds that one car will have it.
Questions to ask the seller
- Were recalls 09E012000 (lights), 03V035000 (seats) and 01V273000 (body structure) done? It has 8 recalls in all. Ask for the dealer printout, or check the VIN.
- Any oil burning, leaks or check-engine lights? Ask for oil-change records.
- Does it accelerate and hold speed smoothly, with no surging or stalling?
- Any rust or damage underneath, or doors and hatches that don't close right?
- Chrysler sent dealers 89 repair notes for this car. Was this one done: “On some vehicles, the powertrain control module may intermittently cause the vehicle theft…”?
From this year's own recalls, top problems, top repair bills and Chrysler's repair notes. Recall repairs are free at any dealer.
How serious. Out of all 70 owner complaints filed so far (every year since it was sold, not just the first 3), owners reported:
“Average car” = what the same number of complaints would include at the rate across every model year we track. Owners report these themselves; NHTSA doesn't confirm the cause.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Check engine light on? Look up any code →
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 45K to 60K miles (72K to 97K km) on the car (26 of all 70 complaints filed so far listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
In owners' words
While driving at 30 mph vehicle stalled without any warning. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle. It was towed to a repair shop.
2000 Chrysler Concorde owner · NHTSA complaint 10049884
More owner reports
Motor in 2000 Chrysler Concorde stopped running. Was told by machenic engine failure due to engine oil forming into sludge.
NHTSA complaint 10030286
Vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds or when coming to a complete stop. Vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop, and they informed consumer that the engine needed to be replaced.
NHTSA complaint 10046182
Problems Chrysler told dealers about
Chrysler sent dealers 89 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- On some vehicles, the powertrain control module may intermittently cause the vehicle theft…
- Erratic operation of the a/c and heater systems including: lack of cold air, lack
- Engine overheating and / or coolant bottle failures after service has been
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Recalls 8
- Lights · recall issued 2009
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
- Seats · recall issued 2003
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
- Body structure · recall issued 2001
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT.".
Show all 8 recalls
- Child seat · recall issued 2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE …
- Brakes · recall issued 2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: NON-ABS EQUIPPED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
- Seat belts · recall issued 2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.
- Seat belts · recall issued 2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.
- Airbags · recall issued 1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada
Every Chrysler Concorde recall, all years · All Chrysler recalls
Government investigations
- ClosedThrottle control failure2003
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash stars (older test): front ★★★★☆ · side ★★★★☆ · rollover —
Fuel cost and engines
About $2,850–$3,000 (USD) a year in fuel (EPA estimate at U.S. prices, 15,000 miles or 24,000 km a year). Engines: 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl.
Every Chrysler Concorde year. 2000 is highlighted. Lower is better.
Newest year first. Red = worse than average, gray = about average or too few complaints to score.
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Is the 2000 Chrysler Concorde reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew a bit more than the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 126; 100 is average, lower is better). The Chrysler Concorde year with the fewest complaints per car sold is 2002.
What are the most common 2000 Chrysler Concorde problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (23%), speed control (16%) and body structure (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde have?
8 safety recalls (latest: lights). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde get?
20 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2000 Chrysler Concorde problems show up?
Most problems on this year showed up between 45,000 and 60,000 miles (72,000–97,000 km) (the middle half of the 26 complaints, of all 70 filed so far, that listed a mileage). At 60K miles, a 2000 is right in the range where most owners reported problems. At 100K and 150K miles, a 2000 is past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most. This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not a prediction for one car.
Does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde cost in fuel a year?
About $2,850 to $3,000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2000 Chrysler Concorde have?
2.7L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl.
What Chrysler Concorde year is better than the 2000?
Nearby, the 2002 drew fewer owner complaints per car sold (about average).
The Lemon Index counts owner complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model years (100 = average, lower is better). It measures complaints, not crash safety. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works