1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1987
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1987: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 80 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1991 | 85 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 226 |
| 1995 | 59 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
11 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing radiator assembly and emission control.
Fuel system, gasoline
10 of 21 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel injection system and storage.
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Fuel leakage caused fire to main wiring harness/fuel rail/vacuum hoses/air conditioner hose.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-24
Car was parking lot and caught fire. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-13
Electrical system
8 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and ignition.
Visibility
3 of 21 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and windshield.
Seat belts
3 of 21 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicles driver side seat belt did not hold and driver hit steering wheel and windshield. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-23
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1988-11-15Fuel system, gasoline88V105000 Fuel leakage may occur in low ambient temperature operation at connections of an engine compartment fuel supply hose to the pressure regulator and to the fuel rail.
Remedy: Relocate pressure regulator; replace fuel supply with formed hose with revised routing configuration to ensure sealing integrity.
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1990-12-10Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Trans park system failure
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2008-05-22Suspension08E033000 Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged…
Remedy: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Buy-smart checklist
1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 88V105000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 08E033000 · Suspension
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker 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 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker have?
- 2 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.