1986 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER
5 recalls — 28 complaints — 11 TSBs
08E033000 Apr 14, 2008
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
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 WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS... Read more
Consequence
THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSS... Read more
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.
88V105000 Jul 1, 1988
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
88V061000 Apr 8, 1988
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Defect Description
A SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS SEAT CUSHION (MANUAL SEAT TYPE) MAY CONTAIN WRONG CUSHION WITH A BRACE THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH POWER SEAT ADJUSTER MECHANISM AND CAUSE STRESS ON THE FRAME.
Consequence
SEAT FRAME COULD FRACTURE AND RESULT IN SIGNIFICANTREARWARD MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT BACK.
Remedy
REPLACE FRAME WITH PROPER POWER SEAT FRAME.
86V053000 Apr 10, 1986
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
BATTERY CAP VENTS MAY BE PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY BLOCKED WITH PLASTIC FLASHING. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A BUILD UP OF INTERNAL GAS PRESSURE COULD OCCUR WHICH ... Read more
Remedy
REWORK BATTERIES BY PROBING BOTH VENT ORIFICES TO ELIMINATE ANY VENT OBSTRUCTION.
86V028000 Feb 19, 1986
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Defect Description
A RESISTOR IN THE ELECTRONIC PANEL CLUSTER MAY BE SUBJECTED TO AN ELECTRICAL CURRENT OVERLOAD DUE TO FAILURE OF A SWITCHING TRANSISTOR. ... Read more
Remedy
MODIFY INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER BY REPLACING THE RESISTOR WITH A FUSED RESISTOR THAT WILL NOT IGNITE IF OVERLOADED.
Complaint Statistics
28 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEATS | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Nov 24, 1999
Incident date: Aug 18, 1999
DIGITAL DASHBOARD LIGHTS DON'T WORK, WHICH MEANS I CAN'T TELL THE SPEED, OR FUEL AMOUNT, OR MILAGE. *AK
SEATS
Nov 24, 1999
Incident date: Nov 1, 1999
BRACKET THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT BOTTOM TO THE METAL FRAME IS BROKEN, AND THE SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH. IF OTHER ONE BRAKES, IT WILL CAUSE IT TO FALL BACKWARD, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. *AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Apr 5, 1999
Incident date: Jan 1, 1998
HEATER MODULE FAILED, DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A MISSING FUSE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Apr 1, 1999
Incident date: Jun 1, 1997
INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER MODULE FAILED THREE TIMES, REPLACED TWICE. NO RECALL NOTICE, RECEIVED INFORMATION OFF INTERNET.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Oct 16, 1997
Incident date: Jun 28, 1997
FUEL LINE FAILED, CAUSING FIRE.
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 29, 1997
RECALL 88V105000; CHRYSLER MANUFACTURER HAS NO RECORD OF THIS RECALL. SO THEY ARE UNABLE TO TELL MS. BARTO IF SHE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *AK
SEATS
Jun 27, 1997
DRIVERS SIDE FRONT SEAT ABROKE TWICE AND WELDED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 27, 1997
DASHBOARD OVER CHARGES, CAUSING INSTRUMENTS TO PERFORM ERRATICALLY.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 13, 1996
FUEL PUMP REPLACED. *SD
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 13, 1996
ENGINE CONTROLLER REPLACED. *SD
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 13, 1996
BRAKE CABLE MISADJUSTED. *SD
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 13, 1996
SPEED CONTROL CABLE REPLACED. *SD
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Jun 13, 1996
TRANSAXLE SHIFT LINKAGE STUCK. *SD
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 28, 1995
Incident date: Nov 28, 1995
THE SHOULDER SEAT BELT IT DOES NOT LOCK UP. TT *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
Jul 11, 1995
THE COMPUTER SYSTEM IS NOT TELLING CONSUMER WHEN FUEL IS LOW OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT IS WRONG THE BRAKE DISC DRUM WAS REPLACE THE SHOE WAS WORN OUT . TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:DRUM
Jul 11, 1995
THE COMPUTER SYSTEM IS NOT TELLING CONSUMER WHEN FUEL IS LOW OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT IS WRONG THE BRAKE DISC DRUM WAS REPLACE THE SHOE WAS WORN OUT . TT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Jul 11, 1995
THE COMPUTER SYSTEM IS NOT TELLING CONSUMER WHEN FUEL IS LOW OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT IS WRONG THE BRAKE DISC DRUM WAS REPLACE THE SHOE WAS WORN OUT . TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 19, 1995
RECALL 430 PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN AVAILABLE OVER 1 YEARS TIME AT FAIRFAX CHRYSLER DEALER.RECALL WAS FOR FUEL PROBLEM. TT
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
REPLACED AIR CONDITIONING. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
BATTERY FAILURE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
REPLACED SPEED SENSOR
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
POWER WINDOW LOCKS FAILED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
INSTRUMENT PANEL: CLUSTER MODULE FAILED DUE TO A SHORT. *AK
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
REPLACED REAR SHOCKS/SPRINGS, ALSO REPLACED TIRES/WHEELS.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS/ROTORS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
ENGINE OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING.*AK
POWER TRAIN
Jun 14, 1995
Incident date: Jun 13, 1995
SPEEDOMETER FAILED, CANNOT READ MILEAGE. *AK
SEATS
May 31, 1995
Incident date: May 31, 1995
DRIVERS SEAT TRACK BROKE DUE TO METAL FATIGUE. TT
EPA Fuel Economy — 1986 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 22.0 | 19.0 | Premium | $4,300 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 23.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $3,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1986 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER
11 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 1 |
| 120000 LIGHTING (PWS) | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
23027
Aug 23, 2016
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, 2016)of follow ing part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. P
23137
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for id
23104
Aug 22, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
23104
Aug 22, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Pl
20244
Aug 18, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. Replacement part number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock a
Volume 2, Issue
Aug 18, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
22892
Aug 17, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers:55372082AE, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 553720
22867
Aug 17, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of follow ing part numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. S
22958
Aug 17, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 1N T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifyin
20616
Aug 12, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number CBSZR068AA as per the QIR attached. Replacement par
Volume 2, Issue
Jun 2, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
NHTSA Safety Investigations — CHRYSLER NEW YORKER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE93044
Opened: May 6, 1993 — Closed: Sep 17, 1993
UNDER BODY FUEL LEAKS
There is no summary currently available
PE89093
Opened: Mar 1, 1989 — Closed: Mar 29, 1989
FRAME CORROSION
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PE89036
Opened: Jan 9, 1989 — Closed: Jan 31, 1989
TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTING
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CHRYSLER NEW YORKER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER NEW YORKER across all model years (1972–1997).
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Total Recalls
1,035
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
48
Reported Crashes
32
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
CHRYSLER NEW YORKER — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 17 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 74 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 296 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 96 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 61 | View |
| 1991 | 4 | 124 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 117 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 95 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 49 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 49 | View |
| 1986 (current) | 5 | 28 | |
| 1985 | 3 | 7 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1983 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1974 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1973 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1972 | 1 | 0 | View |