1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 78 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1991 | 84 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 215 |
| 1995 | 59 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 37 distinct reports on file.
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CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE ABS PUMP FAIL CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO HAVE EXTEND STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021108
10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS SOAKED WITH GASOLINE SPRAYED FROM FUEL RAIL. FUEL RAIL LEAKS ON 3.3 ENGINE PART OF 1995-PRESENT RECALL CAMPAIGN. CHRYSLER WOULD NOT COMMENT IF 1990 3.3L IS AFFECTED BY SAME DESIGN ISSUE OR IF REPLACEMENT PART HAD SAME DEFECT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20021101
9% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file.
3% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
WATER LEAKING UNDER WINDSHIELD COWL IN AREA ABOVE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK RESULTS IN CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR TERMINALS.
Remedy: THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK WILL BE REPLACED, AND A MASTIC PATCH APPLIED TO SEAL THE COWL AGAINST WATER ENTRY. DAMAGED WIRE CONNECTORS WILL BE REPLACED.
Campaign 91V004000 — check if this car was fixed
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
ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION
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
1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (37 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V004000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V191000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Chrysler NEW Yorker have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.