1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 4 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1997 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.
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WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AT 35MPH TILT STEERING WHEEL BROKE. IT FELL DOWNWARD ONTO DRIVER'S LAP. EVERYTHING CAME OUT OF PLACE: E.G., SHIFT LEVER, SIGNAL SWITCH. HAD NO CONTROL OF VEHICLE. TURNED VEHICLE OFF. VEHICLE BEING TOWED TO DEALER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991014
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BRAKE POWER ASSIST
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue?
The most-reported component is steering:column, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.