MYRModel Year Report

1993 Chrysler Imperial

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1993 Chrysler Imperial
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:40:45.140Z

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

Complaints per year, Chrysler Imperial Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1990: 109 complaints 1990 1991: 84 complaints 1991 1992: 50 complaints 1992 1993: 35 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1995
1993: 35 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
1990109
199184
199250
199335
19943
19951

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES 71%

71% of complaints: service brakes — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

FIRE DEATH
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CHRYSLER SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF THEMSELVES FOR FAILING TO ISSUE BETTER AND PERMANENT RECALLS FOR THIS CAR. THIS VEHICLE IS DANGEROUS!

NHTSA ODI report, 20200610

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 96V099000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151215

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20151215

SUSPENSION 11%

11% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing air suspension system and front.

VISIBILITY 6%

6% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

POWER TRAIN 6%

6% of complaints: power train — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission and torque converter.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 6%

6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 2 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and radiator assembly.

FIRE
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. SHE NOTICED THAT ALL OF THE ANTI - FREEZE FROM HER VEHICLE LEAKED OUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071015

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

I 20030507 — DP (closed 20030722)

STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Chrysler Imperial — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Chrysler Imperial?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Chrysler Imperial have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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