1991 Chrysler Imperial

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1991 Chrysler Imperial
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:25:08.777Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1991: 84 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	0
1982	0
1990	109
1991	84
1992	50
1993	35
1994	3
1995	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 69%

69% of complaints: service brakes — 58 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

SUSPENSION 19%

19% of complaints: suspension — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air suspension system and shock absorber.

INJURY

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.

STEERING 5%

5% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1991 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER AND HE HAD HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE EACH TIME THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED, DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140423

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 5%

5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19911120 — seat belts

FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.

Remedy: REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.

Campaign 91V122000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19920110 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK OR DETACH AT ITS CRIMPED END FITTING RESULTING IN THE DISCHARGE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID.

Remedy: REPLACE THE ABS HIGH PRESSURE HOSE WITH A HOSE OF DIFFERENT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.

Campaign 91V191000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19950526 — EA (closed 19960624)

ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION

R 19960903 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT CAN EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE BRAKE ACTUATOR PISTON SEAL WEAR CAUSING PUMP-MOTOR DETERIORATION.

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

Campaign 96V099000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1991 Chrysler Imperial — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for service brakes issues (58 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for suspension issues (16 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 91V122000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 91V191000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1991 Chrysler Imperial 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 1991 Chrysler Imperial?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1991 Chrysler Imperial have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.