1996 Chrysler Concorde suspension problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1996 Chrysler Concorde — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Quick-struts after market replacement parts may be defective. This product is called a monroe quick- strut. The failed part was returned for warranty replacement: part #171939. The top of the strut, nut, and steal washer "tore free" of the plate which compresses the spring. The 'top plate' part of…”
filed Jul 5, 2012
“Have had to replace all bushings, in front end, including motor mount. All have worn prematurely and were very expensive. Still have steering bushing to be replaced that causes drift, but unable at this time to afford. Really disappointed that no recall has surfaced on these essential parts. *jb”
filed Oct 11, 2006
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Concorde years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Concorde | 3 | 8% |
| 2002 Concorde | 3 | 5% |
| 2000 Concorde | 8 | 3% |
| 1999 Concorde | 12 | 4% |
| 1998 Concorde | 9 | 5% |
| 1997 Concorde | 9 | 7% |
| 1995 Concorde | 13 | 6% |
| 1994 Concorde | 24 | 7% |
| 1993 Concorde | 27 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Chrysler Concorde
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.