Chrysler Imperial years to avoid
The Chrysler Imperial years to avoid are 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 1982 is the cleanest year on record.
351
Total complaints
22
Recall campaigns
1966–1995
Years covered
4
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Imperial years to avoid
Every Imperial year
Common questions
What are the worst Chrysler Imperial years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Imperial years to avoid are 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993. The cleanest year on record is 1982.
What is the best year for the Chrysler Imperial?
By complaint volume, 1982 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Imperial years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Chrysler Imperial have?
Across all model years, the Imperial has 22 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 351 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.