1995 Chrysler Concorde Electrical Problems

20 owners have reported electrical system problems with the 1995 Chrysler Concorde to NHTSA — 9% of all 219 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 101,000 miles. That ranks #1 of 10 Concorde model years for electrical complaints (a typical year has 10). No electrical recall has been issued for this model year.

20complaints
101ktypical miles
0related recalls
1crashes
3fires
0injuries

Which parts fail

  • Ignition › Module
    4
  • Wiring › Interior/under dash
    4
  • Ignition
    3
  • Horn
    2
  • Starter assembly
    1
  • 12V/24V/48V battery
    1

Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    00%
  • 25k–50k
    00%
  • 50k–75k
    117%
  • 75k–100k
    233%
  • 100k–150k
    233%
  • 150k+
    117%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Chrysler Concorde owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

Dt: problem began on 6/2/05 as owner was driving the electric gauges all went to zero, and then they shut off. Then, there was a smell of burning wire. It blew fuses connected to the gauges and the radiator. The travel center was disconnected. There was a place on the inside of the travel center where it was evident that it had burned. No prior problems with vehicle and vehicle was regularly serviced.

Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · 100,000 miles · Jun 2005 · fire

Recall did not resolve the problem with the fuel rail o ring and numerous other expenditures after their repair. The service the consumer received did not correct the problem he was having. The consumer was not able to shut off the engine because the transaxle floor shifter would not go into the park position. The problem created transmission problems. The consumer would like to be reimbursed for money spent on repairs. The consumer stated when he drives over a bump in the road the gear shift would pop out of drive and into neutral. The water pump was leaking and the gaskets were replaced. The air condition was inoperative, the problem was determined to be short in a wire

Wiring · 98,000 miles · Aug 1999

Trunk had been opened and remained so for approx. 45 min. Light in rear windshield melted, dropped hot material onto contents of trunk, and caught on fire. Contents all ruined, trunk interior scorched, burned, and wiring melted. Inside, rear dash carpet burned, rear window (with defogger) burned badly, upper tailight completely melted, leather seat ruined from heat and smoke, leather hardened, condition of speaker system is unknown at this time, entire interior filled with damaging smoke particles. This was a non-smoking vehicle due to respiratory sensitivity of driver/owner. Damage estimate incomplete due to wiring trace not yet completed.

Wiring › Rear compartment/trunk · Aug 2000 · fire

My vehicle does not change into second gear. I found out while I was in heavy traffic and became a hazard to other drivers. When in reverse, it has a "clunk" noise when the gas is applied. The problem came all of a sudden without warning. There are also computer and ignition problems with this vehicle. It sounds like there is crackling in the dashboard when the heater is on, the ignition switch cannot be turned all the way to the on position when the car is on or the ABS light will come on and prevents function of the heater.

166,000 miles · Dec 2008

The instrument panel on 1995 Concorde went dead, no activity since 2003. Chrysler dealership does not know how to fix the problem. Currently I am trying to sell the car and cannot. With this problem nobody will buy car. When problem started I notified Chrysler about. Was it unsuccessful. ! Help! Help! How can it be fixed? I have taken it to several dealers. Mechanics and dealerships to no avail!

Wiring › Interior/under dash · 60,000 miles · Apr 2003

Car spins as a result of intermittant transmission downshifts when right turn signal is used causing the transmission to downshift violently. The transmission has been replaced twice. Two dealers unable to find any electrical problem. When traveling at 65 MPH on wet pavement and the transmission downshifts the car wants to spin in a clockwise direction.

Wiring › Interior/under dash · May 1998 · crash

While driving instrument panel/air bag light/air conditioning system malfuctioned, causing vehicle to stall, almost causing an accident. There is a technical service bulletin on this problem, but dealer has not inspected the vehicle.

Wiring › Interior/under dash · Apr 1999

The wiper blade and turn signal failed, the relay and multi-function switch was replaced several times.

101,000 miles · Dec 2002

While driving, the transmission started to make noise, slip and vehicle was bucking; replaced transaxle and repaired wiring to main harness-loose connection. *a

Wiring › Interior/under dash · Oct 1996

While driving on highway vehicle suddenly decelerated throwing driver and passengers forward due to acomputer failure caused by dust storm.

Ignition › Module · May 1995

Electrical complaints in other Concorde years

19951996199719981999200020012002200320042012131717103627
Electrical complaints per model year, Chrysler Concorde.

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 1995 Chrysler Concorde?

NHTSA has 20 complaints about the electrical system of the 1995 Chrysler Concorde, 9% of the model year's 219 complaints. The component named most often is ignition › module (4 mentions).

Is there a recall for 1995 Chrysler Concorde electrical problems?

No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 1995 Chrysler Concorde, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.

At what mileage do 1995 Chrysler Concorde electrical problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 101,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 1 crash, 3 fires and 0 injuries to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.