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1998 Chrysler Concorde Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
2%of 175 total for the year
Median mileage
48,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1998 Chrysler Concorde, 2% of the 175 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Ignition switch problem with 1998 Chrysler Concorde. Switch dosen't seem to release after starting, consiquence is that air bags, power windows,power lockls and all related power equipment is non functional. I know of other Chrysler products that have the same problem, seems to be a problem in the ignition switch and/or related linkage.”

NHTSA complaint #10067744, filed 2004-04, 95,000 miles

“While the trunk lid was opened trunk support struts failed. This caused the trunk lid to close onto the consumer's head. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.”

NHTSA complaint #10088020, filed 2004-08, 45,000 miles

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200425%
200314%
200111%
2000207%
199993%
199832%
199721%
199621%
199510%
199472%
199393%

Other parts of the 1998 Chrysler Concorde

Engine cooling
66 complaints
Electrical system
17 complaints
Brakes
16 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
14 complaints
Steering
10 complaints
Body and structure
10 complaints
Vehicle speed control
10 complaints
Exterior lighting
9 complaints
Seats
9 complaints
Suspension
9 complaints
Air bags
4 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1998 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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology