1972 Chrysler Imperial problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1972 Chrysler Imperial — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
0
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
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NCAP overall
How does 1972 compare to other Imperial years?
Does the 1972 Chrysler Imperial have recalls?
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
1972 Chrysler Imperial — common questions
Is the 1972 Chrysler Imperial reliable?
The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Does the 1972 Chrysler Imperial have recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1972 Chrysler Imperial. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Which Chrysler Imperial years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Imperial years to avoid are 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993. The cleanest record among Imperial years belongs to 1982.
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.