1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 38 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.0 times the median FIFTH AVENUE year — the 1993 model ranks #3 of 12 FIFTH AVENUE years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Brakes leads the complaint categories with 15 reports (40% of the total).
38
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1993 compare to other FIFTH AVENUE years?
What are the most common 1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 15 | 39% | — flat |
| Transmission | 4 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 3 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 3 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Other | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Tires & Wheels | 2 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Airbags | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Lighting | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I AM THE OWNER OF A 1993 CHRYSLER FIFTH AVENUE WITH ANTI LOCK BRAKES. (BENDIX 10). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO THE RECALL IN OCTOBER OF 2009. THE PROBLEM HAS RECURRED IN AUGUST OF 2010. THE BRAKES ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO APPLY BECAUSE OF THE PRESSURE. THE FIX BY THE DEALERSHIP WAS INEFFECTIVE,…”
“CONSUMER PARKED VEHICLE AND THEN WENT 35 MILES TO TAKE CARE OF SOME BUSINESS. BUT WHEN SHE RETURNED HOME , STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT,AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. SHE HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO HER HOME. THERE, HER HUSBAND LOOKED AT THE VEHICLE AND DIAGNOSED THAT TRANSMISSION FAILED. CONSUMER HEARD THAT THERE…”
“DURING BLIZZARD CONDITIONS,ENGINE COMPARTMENT FILLED WITH SNOW. SERPENTINE BELT WAS KNOCKED OFF OF PULLEYS ON VEHICLE START UP. 7TH OCCURENCE.”
“FUEL RAIL STARTED LEAKING FOR NO APPARENT REASON POURING GAS ON INTAKE, VALVE COVERS AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. THIS IS A FIRE HAZARD THAT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY TO VEHICLE AND IT'S OCCUPANTS. *JB”
“CONSUMER STATES SHE CAME OUT OF THE STORE AND NOTICED THAT HER TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAD A BULGE IN IT, THE SIZE OF A BASEBALL. SHE ALSO STATES SHE NOW IS A LITTLE UNCOMFORTABLE NOW DRIVING HER CAR BECAUSE SOMETHING MAY HAPPEN. SHE HAS CONTINENTAL TIRE ON HER CAR, BUT DOES NOT KNOW THE SIZE.…”
1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE — common questions
Is the 1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 38 complaints put the 1993 model at #3 of 12 FIFTH AVENUE years. It is one of the FIFTH AVENUE years to avoid.
What are the most common 1993 FIFTH AVENUE problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (15 complaints), transmission (4 complaints), engine (3 complaints).
Does the 1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE.
Is the 1993 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the FIFTH AVENUE years to avoid are 1990, 1991, 1993, 1992. The cleanest record among FIFTH AVENUE years belongs to 1986.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.