MYRModel Year Report

1981 Chrysler Imperial

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1981 Chrysler Imperial
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:06:01.937Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Imperial Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1981 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1990: 108 complaints 1990 1991: 84 complaints 1991 1992: 49 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1995
1981: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
1990108
199184
199249
199335
19943
19951

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19811006 — vehicle speed control

THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SWITCH MAY STICK IN THE "RESUME" POSITION RESTRICTING RETURN MOVEMENT. THIS WILL NOT ALLOW THE NORMAL BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION TO DEACTIVATE THE SYSTEM.

Remedy: THE SHIELD PORTION OF THE "RESUME" SLIDE LEVER IN THE SPEED CONTROL UNIT WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign 81V111000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1981 Chrysler Imperial — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 81V111000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1981 Chrysler Imperial reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 1981 Chrysler Imperial have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.