1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Only 25 complaints 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 25 complaints
View as data table
| 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 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
14 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Show complaint excerpts
I calle Chrysler care and they in November 2019 told me that it still has to be fixed under the recall but in June they say that they already fixed the recall in 1996 and they didn't have to fix it.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-03
I was on my way to church, driving in a 30 MPH speed zone, going down hill, coming to a stop and it had just started raining.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-07
Power train
6 of 25 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and differential unit.
Engine and engine cooling
5 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys.
Show complaint excerpts
The serpentine belt continues to pop off. Occurs when turning right and going up a hill. I end up replacing the belt twice a year.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-20
Defective cylinder heads - rocker arm support tower failure on two vehicles. 1990 Dodge dynasty w/3.3 engine and 1992 Chrysler new yorker/Fifth Avenue w/3.3 engine.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-12
Serpentine belt tensioner made of plastic, allowing tensioner to break/serpentine belt to come off, without warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-18
Steering
2 of 25 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.
Visibility
1 of 25 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing rearview mirrors/devices.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1992-02-06Steering92V015000 The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Remedy: Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.
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1995-05-26Engineering analysisClosed 1996-06-24 ABS braking malfunction
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V015000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 1992 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 1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.