1990 Chrysler Imperial Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 92about this part
- Share
- 85%of 108 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 92 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 Chrysler Imperial, 85% of the 108 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,000 miles. 5 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The ABS control unit failed causing loss of hydraulic brake pressure. I was told by a local mechanic that the part installed on my vehicle had been recalled by Chrysler, and that Chrysler was to fix the vehicle at their expense. However, I've been told by Chrysler my VIN isn't included in the recall. Looking online I've found hundreds of similar complaints on many websites of people with the same problem, some of which resulted in accidents, many paid for repairs out of pocket. …”
NHTSA complaint #10455933, filed 2012-04, 89,000 miles“I am the original owner of a 1990 Chrysler Imperial. In january 2010, my daughter was driving it when she said the brakes totally failed. She was traveling about 30 MPH and when she pressed on the brake pedal, the car barely slowed down even with maximum force being applied. Traffic was light and she was able to stop the car without incident. I actually drove it to the dealer taking extreme care to maintain ?a lot? Of space between me and vehicles in front. The dealer confirmed that the anti lock brake pump had failed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10319088, filed 2010-03, 141,000 miles“I have had problems with the ABS system, power assisted brake system and the suspension for over a year. About a year ago the ABS light came on and stayed on. At this point my power assisted brake system was working fine. Then about a month later the brake light also came on and stayed and I had very tight braking as well as the air ride suspension system has failed and my car now sits pretty much on the tires. These problems were covered in recall #s (91v191000 & 96v099000) however my VIN was not covered. …”
NHTSA complaint #10183105, filed 2007-02, 87,500 miles“Our 1990 Chrysler Imperial's ABS system went out on an otherwise good car. We are not able to get the anti-lock brake hydraulic control unit anywhere. Chrysler says this part is no longer available.”
NHTSA complaint #10069576, filed 2004-01, 81,096 miles“I decided to file this complaint because I almost became the victim of an accident to due to a malfunctioning brake system. Abs light indicator is always on. Dangerous driving situation. The car doesn't stop or slow down when break pedal is pushed; it is alarming. I will not let my wife drive the car, accident highly probable. It is not necessary to have an accident or someone death in order to have the problem taken care of. This is an obvious manufacturer defect. There is a recall on the same model, but not on my car. How ever the problem is the same. …”
NHTSA complaint #10075142, filed 2004-06, 67,500 milesRelated recalls
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.Covers: Chrysler Imperial 1990–1993, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993 +7 more
- 91V191000Nov 1, 1991The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.Covers: Chrysler Imperial 1990–1991, NEW Yorker 1990–1991, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1991 +5 more
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1990 Chrysler Imperial
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Chrysler Imperial
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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