1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker Problems
- Complaints
- 29filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns 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
- 20 mpgcombined, 2.2L 4-cyl FWD · 18 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker. The part named most often is brakes, with 23 complaints (79% of the total), followed by engine cooling (5) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 40,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 10 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Brakes23 79%
- Engine cooling5 17%
- Electrical system2 6.9%
- Equipment2 6.9%
- Fuel system1 3.5%
- Seat belts1 3.5%
- Steering1 3.5%
- Body and structure1 3.5%
- Suspension1 3.5%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “The ABS works when it want to work. I am afraid to drive this car, due to the fact that the ABS may go out any time. I had my two children and one of their friends with me when the ABS would not work at all. I strongly feel that this is a defect in the ABS.”
NHTSA complaint #739298, filed 2001-01Engine cooling: “Vehicle was making a clunking noise. Dealer said that it was engine mount bolts. Consumer got a 2nd opinion & found out that the ABS system was going out & noise was coming from when applying brakes to stop. Dealer was not trying to fix vehicle because he already fixed 2 things on vehicle & it was over 30 days.”
NHTSA complaint #868052, filed 2000-08Transmission and drivetrain: “When traveling, applied brakes and pedal went to the floor. Abs and parking brake lights come on dashboard. Power steering noisy, faulty power steering pump, noise still continues, dealer tightened steering rack. Flat goodyear tire, steel belt was showing, goodyear stated front tires were wearing due to front end out of alignment, hole drilled in left front strut. Abs light illuminated, brakes are spongy, ABS hydraulic accumulater was replaced. After releasing emergency brake, brake light would remain illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #891742, filed 2001-06Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 40,000 and 40,000 miles.
Complaints 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 1988 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 Turbo FWD | 2.2L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,100 |
| New Yorker/5th Avenue FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
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
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker have?
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 23 complaints (79% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 5.
Has the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker get?
The EPA rates the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker (New Yorker Turbo, 2.2L 4-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 18 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1988 Chrysler NEW Yorker reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 40,000 miles and the middle half falls between 40,000 and 40,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.