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1991 Chrysler New Yorker problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 124 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 62.0 times the median New Yorker year — the 1991 model ranks #2 of 27 New Yorker years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (29), fuel system (27), and steering (14), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

124

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1991 compare to other New Yorker years?

New Yorker NHTSA complaints by model year, 1991 highlighted296 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1975: 0 complaints1977: 1 complaints1979: 0 complaints1981: 2 complaints1982: 0 complaints1983: 6 complaints1984: 2 complaints1985: 7 complaints1986: 28 complaints1987: 49 complaints1988: 49 complaints1989: 95 complaints1990: 117 complaints1991: 124 complaints1992: 61 complaints1993: 96 complaints1994: 296 complaints1995: 74 complaints1996: 17 complaints1997: 2 complaints1998: 2 complaints1999: 1 complaints2000: 1 complaints2004: 2 complaints
New Yorker NHTSA complaints by model year, 1991 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1991 Chrysler New Yorker problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes2923%
Fuel System2722%
Steering1411%
Engine1310%
Electrical System119%
Transmission97%
Suspension54%
Airbags43%
Speed Control43%
Seat Belts32%
Tires & Wheels22%
Body & Structure11%
Other11%
Visibility & Wipers11%

Does the 1991 Chrysler New Yorker have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

96V099000BrakesJune 13, 1996 · 321,000 units

Defect

THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION.

Consequence

IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE ABS FUNCTION COULD BE LOST AND REDUCED POWER ASSIST WOULD BE EXPERIENCED DURING VEHICLE BRAKING INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TEST THE VEHICLE'S ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES IF NECESSARY. ALSO THE WARRANTY ON ALL ABS COMPONENTS WILL BE EXTENDED TO 10 YEARS OR 100,000 MILES (EXCEPT FOR THE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON ASSEMBLY AND THE PUMP-MOTOR ASSEMBLY WHICH WILL HAVE A LIFETIME COVERAGE). OWNERS WILL ALSO BE REIMBURSED FOR PREVIOUS ABS COMPONENT REPAIR COSTS.

91V191000BrakesNovember 1, 1991 · 80,000 units

Defect

THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK OR DETACH AT ITS CRIMPED END FITTING RESULTING IN THE DISCHARGE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.

Consequence

FLUID DISCHARGE EVENTUALLY CAUSES THE LOSS OF BOTH THEANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND HYDRAULIC ASSIST FOR THE BRAKE SYSTEM, RESULTING ININCREASED LIKELIHOOD OF BRAKE LOCKUP AND INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy

REPLACE THE ABS HIGH PRESSURE HOSE WITH A HOSE OF DIFFERENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.

91V004000Visibility & WipersOctober 2, 1991 · 125,000 units

Defect

WATER LEAKING UNDER WINDSHIELD COWL IN AREA ABOVE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK RESULTS IN CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS.

Consequence

CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS INCREASES ELECTRICALRESISTANCE, LEADING TO OVERHEATING AND POSSBLE IGNITION OF THE WIRING CONNECTORSAND INSULATION, CAUSING A FIRE IN THE COWL AREA.

Remedy

THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK WILL BE REPLACED, AND A MASTIC PATCH APPLIED TO SEAL THE COWL AGAINST WATER ENTRY. DAMAGED WIRE CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.

91V122000Seat BeltsJuly 11, 1991 · 130,000 units

Defect

FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.

Consequence

LATCH MAY OPEN DURING ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN STOP, EXPOSINGSEAT OCCUPANT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy

REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES ON VEHICLE.*MR ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. THE CONSUMER HAD THE PROBLEM WORKED ON TWICE. THE ABS, THE PUMP AND THE FILTER WAS REPLACED. INTEREMITTENTLY THERE WERE NO BRAKES AND THE ABS RUNS ALOT.*TS THE CONSUMER FINALLY RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER REGARDING A DEFECT WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 5, 2000

“UNDERCARRIAGE VEHICLE FIRE CAUSED BY FUEL LINES LEAKING FUEL. TT LEAKING FUEL PUMP AND LEAKING GAS LINE UNDERNEATH VEHICLE, FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED, VEHICLE KEPT STALLING, CONSUMER BEGAN TO SMELL FUEL AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING. *SLC”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 22, 1995 · fire

“INTERMITTENTLY IF DRIVER DOES NOT PARK WITH THE FRONT WHEEL STRAIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL WILL LOCK UP, AND CANNOT MOVE THE KEY OUT OF IGNITION. DEALER CLAIMS THAT IT THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM. PROBLEM IS OCCURRING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 1, 1992

“WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IT COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN. CONSUMER CAN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT A SHORT DISTANCE/SPEED (5) MILES, THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. (PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN SOLVED AS OF YET/DEALER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM) MR THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN THE MOTOR DIES,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 28, 2002

“WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE, FELT A POP UNDER ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THEN, VEHICLE REVVED LOUDLY. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE DASH, AND CONSUMER SAW FLAMES. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 24, 2002 · fire

1991 Chrysler New Yorker — common questions

Is the 1991 Chrysler New Yorker reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 124 complaints put the 1991 model at #2 of 27 New Yorker years. It is one of the New Yorker years to avoid.

What are the most common 1991 New Yorker problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (29 complaints), fuel system (27 complaints), steering (14 complaints).

Does the 1991 Chrysler New Yorker have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1991 Chrysler New Yorker under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chrysler New Yorker years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the New Yorker years to avoid are 1994, 1991, 1990, 1993, 1989, 1995, 1992, 1988, 1987. The cleanest record among New Yorker 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.