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1992 Chrysler New Yorker problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 61 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 30.5 times the median New Yorker year — the 1992 model ranks #7 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 (12), steering (12), and transmission (9), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

61

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1992 compare to other New Yorker years?

New Yorker NHTSA complaints by model year, 1992 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, 1992 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1992 Chrysler New Yorker problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes1220%
Steering1220%
Transmission915%
Engine813%
Fuel System610%
Airbags35%
Seat Belts35%
Suspension23%
Seats12%
Speed Control12%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)12%
Other12%
Electrical System12%

Does the 1992 Chrysler New Yorker have recalls?

2 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.

92V015000SteeringFebruary 14, 1992 · 20,000 units

Defect

THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.

Consequence

FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.

Remedy

REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“WHILE BACKING UP, STEERING BELT TENSIONER SNAPPED, HAD TO BE REPLACED. TT CONSUMER HAD JSUT LEFT THE INTERSTATE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STEER WHEEL.*JB”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 14, 1995

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE BRAKES FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THIS CAUSES A GREATER STOPPING DISTANCE. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 96V099000, REGARDING THE ABS. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALL; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 15, 2005

“VEHICLE WOULD MAKE HIGH PITCHED WHISTLING NOISES FROM UNDER THE HOOD, THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING AND WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR, IT WOULD START BUT IS NOT DRIVEABLE, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.*JB ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission

“THE BELT TENSIONER BROKE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED . TT WHEN BELT BROKE, VEHICLE LOCKED AND CONSUMER COULD NOT MOVE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. *SLC”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 13, 1995

“1992 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER 3.3 V6 WITH 68713 MILES DEVELOPED FUEL RAIL LEAK AND GASOLINE WAS DRIPPING ON TOP OF ENGINE, TOOK TO CHRYSLER DEALER, OTHER MODELS HAD SAME PROBLEM BUT NO RECALL ON THIS MODEL..CALLED CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE ON 7/12/2006 TO REPORT AND ASK FOR ASSISTANCE BUT WAS REFUSED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 10, 2006

1992 Chrysler New Yorker — common questions

Is the 1992 Chrysler New Yorker reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 61 complaints put the 1992 model at #7 of 27 New Yorker years. It is one of the New Yorker years to avoid.

What are the most common 1992 New Yorker problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (12 complaints), steering (12 complaints), transmission (9 complaints).

Does the 1992 Chrysler New Yorker have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1992 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 1992 Chrysler New Yorker under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations 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.