Hard starting due to leaking fuel pump check valve on Chrysler Concorde

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

A defective fuel pump check valve (which maintains fuel pressure in the system when the vehicle is not running) may lead to long cranking times or hard starting (sometimes with stalling). The fuel pump should be replaced. However, if these symptoms are accompanied by Check Engine Light illumination, there may be a problem with the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.

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Chrysler Concorde vehicles with this problem

5 model years affected

2000 Chrysler Concorde

1997 Chrysler Concorde

1996 Chrysler Concorde

1995 Chrysler Concorde

1994 Chrysler Concorde

2000 Chrysler Concorde

1997 Chrysler Concorde

1996 Chrysler Concorde

1995 Chrysler Concorde

1994 Chrysler Concorde

Average mileage: 105,835 miles

(100,000 - 110,000)

Repairs related to this problem

Fuel Pump Replacement

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