1993 Chrysler Imperial Problems
- Complaints
- 35filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 135,500miles, 11 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1993 Chrysler Imperial (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 35 consumer complaints for the 1993 Chrysler Imperial. The part named most often is brakes, with 24 complaints (69% of the total), followed by suspension (4) and engine cooling (2). 11 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 135,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 a fire, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 13 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes24 69%
- Suspension4 11%
- Engine cooling2 5.7%
- Electrical system1 2.9%
- Fuel system1 2.9%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Chrysler should be ashamed of themselves for failing to issue better and permanent recalls for this car. This vehicle is dangerous! I was driving my Chrysler and tried to stop for some kids crossing the street but the brakes suddenly gave out and became virtually inoperable and I had to swerve to avoid killing these kids! I had to push the brakes as hard as I could just to get the vehicle to slow down, let alone completely stop. I later learned and was able to find some recalls that this model uses electric power brakes and the pump and master cylinder become faulty. …”
NHTSA complaint #11328080, filed 2020-06, 140,000 milesSuspension: “The costs of the repairs are $1900.00 for the transmission and torque converter and around $2500.00 for the air suspension system. What made these problems suspect, was after my problems with the car my father had the same exact problems with the car. This second car was purchaced at a different dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #714385, filed 1999-11Engine cooling: “The contact owns a 1993 Chrysler Imperial. The vehicle was parked when the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. She noticed that all of the anti - freeze from her vehicle leaked out. A new radiator was installed; however, the mechanic admitted that the old radiator cap was used and caused the failure. The dealer stated she needed another new radiator installed at the owners expense. The vehicle has not been repaired. The VIN is unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10205745, filed 2007-10, 80,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 11 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 87,000 and 140,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipCovers: Chrysler Imperial 1990–1993, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993 +7 more
The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Recall details for the 1993 Chrysler Imperial → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 13 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10130081Aug 23, 2016Electrical system. 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…
- 10130080Aug 22, 2016Equipment, Exterior lighting. 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…
- 10130079Aug 22, 2016Equipment. 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…
- 10129047Aug 18, 2016Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045Aug 18, 2016Equipment. 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…
- 10129044Aug 17, 2016Electrical system. 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…
- 10129043Aug 17, 2016Electrical 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…
- 10129042Aug 17, 2016Equipment. 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…
- 10129041Aug 12, 2016Electrical 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…
- 10129046Jun 2, 2016Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
Other model years of the Chrysler Imperial
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 35 | 135,500 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1992 | 49 | 127,256 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1991 | 84 | 100,036 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 108 | 88,500 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chrysler Imperial model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1993 Chrysler Imperial have?
NHTSA recorded 35 consumer complaints for the 1993 Chrysler Imperial as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1993 Chrysler Imperial is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 24 complaints (69% of the total), followed by suspension with 4.
Has the 1993 Chrysler Imperial been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1993 Chrysler Imperial reported?
Among the 11 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 135,500 miles and the middle half falls between 87,000 and 140,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.