1991 Chrysler NEW Yorker Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 29%of 84 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 68,060miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Chrysler NEW Yorker, 29% of the 84 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 68,060 miles. 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.
“Problems with brakes on vehicle. Abs light would come on and go off. The consumer had the problem worked on twice. The ABS, the pump and the filter was replaced. Interemittently there were no brakes and the ABS runs alot. The consumer finally received a recall letter regarding a defect with the ABS.”
NHTSA complaint #10040651, filed 2003-09, 68,060 miles“Problems getting ABS repairs performed on 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (recall# 96v099000) the ABS had been worked on twice. Chrysler would not fix the brake system. The consumer was told that the filter and the relay were not covered under the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10047800, filed 2003-11, 68,060 miles“Dt: the consumer stated one year ago had recall 96v099000 repair work done on the ABS. She was experiencing the same problems now. The ABS light came on, and the brakes made a grinding noise when stopping. The dealer told the consumer that indicated that the pump was broke. The parts have been on back order since 6-05. The last time she talked to the dealer was on 10-26-05. They told her the parts were still on back order, and they had no idea when the parts would be in. The dealer told her that the repair work will be covered under warranty. Updated 11/16/05.”
NHTSA complaint #10141138, filed 2005-10, 100,000 miles“Problems with 1991 Chrysler New Yorker ABS system. The consumer received a recall notice regarding the ABS, but the dealer refused to service the vehicle without a filter and regulator. The consumer also stated the vehicle needed tires and a fuel rail. (recall # 96v099000).”
NHTSA complaint #10048555, filed 2003-11“While driving, the ABS warning light came on and the ABS failed several times. The dealer replaced ABS pump which was on recall, and then replaced the master cylinder. The brake problem reoccurred due to the failure of the dual pressure switch in the master cylinder.”
NHTSA complaint #566213, filed 2002-06Related recalls
- 96V099000Jun 13, 1996The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.Covers: Chrysler NEW Yorker 1990–1993, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1993, Chrysler Imperial 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 NEW Yorker 1990–1991, Dodge Dynasty 1990–1991, Chrysler Imperial 1990–1991 +5 more
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 3 | 25% |
| 1995 | 9 | 15% |
| 1994 | 27 | 13% |
| 1993 | 23 | 32% |
| 1992 | 12 | 26% |
| 1991 | 24 | 29% |
| 1990 | 46 | 50% |
| 1989 | 33 | 42% |
| 1988 | 23 | 79% |
| 1987 | 2 | 10% |
| 1986 | 3 | 25% |
| 1985 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1991 Chrysler NEW Yorker
26 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsTires
2 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Chrysler NEW Yorker
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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