1997 Chrysler Concorde Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 12%of 134 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Chrysler Concorde, 12% of the 134 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While reverse out of the driveway at low speeds vehicle accelerated to a high speed. Also, when braking there was extended stopping distance. Dealership will be notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10067093, filed 2004-04, 70,000 miles“Front rotors have rust ridges and pits in them. The car has 28000 miles on it and the brake pads are like new. With this rust ridge on the rotor it will wear the pads prematurley. I took the car to the dealer and they said normal wear. I have been a mechanic for 20 years. This is not normal wear !”
NHTSA complaint #726321, filed 2000-08“When driving at 55 MPH coming off beltway ramp and upon applying brakes pedal went to floorboard, brakes failed to respond, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer contacted dealer, dealer noticed hose wore out, causing brake failure. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #881553, filed 2001-02“Front brake rotors are wearing excessively which is causing poor braking ability. Consumer has replaced brake rotors on four different occasions. But, problem still occurs. Consumer purchased fourth set of rotors from another company, therefore Chrysler would not give any reimbursement, each time rotors were replaced, they were pitted and rusted on the inside, brakes also make thumping noises. Cigarette lighter socket loose, dealer tightened.”
NHTSA complaint #894160, filed 2001-08“Rear brakes improperly adjusted by manufacturer, resulting in front brakes overloading on braking, which in turn resulted in warped front brake rotors. Dealer adjusted the rear brakes and replaced the front brake rotors. Since the work was covered under warranty, I assume Chrysler (now daimler/Chrysler) is aware of the problem. Very disconcerting to have a safety-related problem in a car costing upwards of $25,000.”
NHTSA complaint #703842, filed 1999-02Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
| 2003 | 2 | 7% |
| 2002 | 3 | 5% |
| 2001 | 2 | 2% |
| 2000 | 6 | 2% |
| 1999 | 16 | 5% |
| 1998 | 16 | 9% |
| 1997 | 16 | 12% |
| 1996 | 19 | 12% |
| 1995 | 21 | 10% |
| 1994 | 50 | 14% |
| 1993 | 49 | 16% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chrysler Concorde
26 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsEquipment
9 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chrysler Concorde
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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