1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker Problems
- Complaints
- 21filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl FWD · 19 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker. The part named most often is fuel system, with 9 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system (7) and engine cooling (6). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 10 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Fuel system9 43%
- Electrical system7 33%
- Engine cooling6 29%
- Seat belts3 14%
- Brakes2 9.5%
- Seats2 9.5%
- Steering2 9.5%
- Equipment1 4.8%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Body and structure (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Fuel is coming through hoses of fuel injuection system. Vehicle leaking motor oil. Also, intake manifold is burning gas, causing vehicle to lose power. The oil pressure would be very low. Not at dealer's.”
NHTSA complaint #828281, filed 1998-09Electrical system: “Driving at approx 55 MPH went to slow down and stopped/vehicle stalled. Went to restart, it stalled again. Heat gauge was normal. Noticed smoke and flames coming from under hood, whole center of front hood was completly burnt.”
NHTSA complaint #819063, filed 1997-12Engine cooling: “The engine block was replaced in 1994, the transmission has been replaced twice. The most recent being in fall of 1996. Though this was replaced the vehicle sat for 6-7 months because the turbo-charger had to be replaced. Turbo-charger was replaced in jan. Of 1998. Also, alternator replaced in jan.1999. Car is hesitant to engage in d and r and has trouble shifting between 25-40 MPH. When car stalled at intersection, took to shop and said fuel wasn't getting to engine and thru injectors, so car acted like it was out of gas. Driver's seat support broke while car was parked. …”
NHTSA complaint #702735, filed 1999-01Seat belts: “Consumer was involved in an accident on right front corner of vehicle, and driver's side shoulder harness broke driver's neck. Vehicle was stuck 55 MPH.”
NHTSA complaint #826569, filed 1998-08Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Yorker FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| New Yorker FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 88V105000Jul 1, 1988Fuel system, gasolineCovers: Chrysler NEW Yorker 1985–1987, Dodge 600 1985–1987, Chrysler Lebaron 1985–1987 +8 more
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.
Recall details for the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker → · 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. 10 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, 2016Exterior lighting, 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…
- 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 NEW Yorker
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 12 | 75,018 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 59 | 98,643 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 215 | 120,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 73 | 93,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 47 | 68,650 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 84 | 94,500 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 92 | 83,230 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 78 | 61,000 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 29 | 40,000 | 0 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 21 | — | 1 | — | 21 | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 12 | — | 4 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 7 | 58,550 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1983 | 5 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chrysler NEW Yorker model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker have?
NHTSA recorded 21 consumer complaints for the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 9 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system with 7.
Has the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker get?
The EPA rates the 1987 Chrysler NEW Yorker (New Yorker, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 19 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.