1993 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 | 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: service brakes — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
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THE ABS PUMP WENT OUT ON THE VEHICLE ON AUGUST 30, 2013. IT HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER SINCE SEPTEMBER 4, 2013.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130926
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT APPROACHED A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, THERE WAS A DELAYED RESPONSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130318
18% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.
18% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel rail.
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THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP CRACKED, CAUSING GAS TO LEAK. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PH THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE, THE #5 INJECTOR, AND THE FUEL RAIL WERE REPLACED. SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20030206
CONSUMER STATED THERE ARE PROBLEMS WITH THE FOLLOWING: THE FUEL INJECTION, THE FUEL LEAKS OUT OF THE FUEL FEED RAIL, AT THE SWIVEL JOINTS, THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, AND WHEN THE ENGINE COOLS DOWN THE FUEL LEAKS ALL OVER THE TOP OF THE ENGINE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20030114
WHILE STANDING NEXT TO THEIR VEHICLE, CONSUMER SMELT GAS FUMES. CONSUMER THEN CHECKED UNDER THE HOOD, AND SAW THAT THEIR WAS FUEL ON TOP OF THE ENGINE MOTOR. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THEIR WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL PIPE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20021209
15% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump and rack and pinion.
15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AFTER SEEING RECALL ON INTERNET I TOOK AUTO TO LOCAL DEALER FERMAN CHRYSLER, NPR<FL WITH NOTICE SAID THEY DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT IT AND HAD NO PARTS THO SHOWED HIM PRINTOUT ABOUT THE RECALL. NEVER RECEIVED LETTER FROM MFR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000102
SAFETY TIMELINE
UNDER BODY FUEL LEAKS
ABS BRAKING MALFUNCTION
UNDERHOOD FUEL LEAKS
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
FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY LEAKAGE
FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM FUEL LEAK
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJ
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL REPLACED WHICH INCLUDES
Campaign 98V184000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BRACKETS CAN CRACK DUE TO FATIGUE AND SEPARATE FROM THE ENGINE CRADLE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE ENGINE CRADLE AT THE POINT WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHES TO IT.
Campaign 99V215000 — check if this car was fixed
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
FUEL RAIL, BRAKE FLUID, CHASSIS
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Chrysler NEW Yorker — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 96V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V184000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V215000 (suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1993 Chrysler NEW Yorker reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Chrysler NEW Yorker is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Chrysler NEW Yorker?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Chrysler NEW Yorker 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.