1997 Chrysler Fifth Avenue

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1997 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:45:57.600Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Fifth Avenue Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1989: 4 complaints 1989 1990: 36 complaints 1991: 36 complaints 1991 1992: 25 complaints 1993: 29 complaints 1993 1997: 2 complaints 1997
1997: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19831
19844
19854
19861
198710
19884
19894
199036
199136
199225
199329
19972

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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BOTH FRONT SEAT BELTS ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH BELTS WOULD NOT RETRACT / UNRETRACT PROPERLY; LEAVING BOTH OCCUPANT WITHOUT ANY RETRAINT. DEALER / MANUFACTURER NOTIFED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT COVER UNDER RECALLS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000706

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED ON THE DASHBOARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040311

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Chrysler Fifth Avenue — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Chrysler Fifth Avenue?

The most-reported component is seat belts:front:retractor, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 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.