1991 Chrysler Imperial
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.
- Complaints
- 84
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
69% of complaints
Complaints per year
1991: 84 complaints
View as data table
| 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% · 58 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
19% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing air suspension system and shock absorber.
Fuel system, gasoline
6% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing fuel injection system and injectors.
Steering
5% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.
Show complaint excerpts
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, 2014-04-23
Engine and engine cooling
5% · 4 reportsMost commonly citing engine and belts and associated pulleys.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1991-11-20Seat belts91V122000 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.
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1992-01-10Service brakes, hydraulic91V191000 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.
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1995-05-26Engineering analysisClosed 1996-06-24 ABS braking malfunction
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1996-09-03Service brakes, hydraulic96V099000 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…
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Chrysler Imperial — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 58 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 5 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 91V122000 · Seat belts
- Recall 91V191000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 96V099000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.