1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1992 Chrysler Fifth Avenue. Newest first.
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fractures of the upper steering column shaft couplingbolt result in a lack of coupling load on the shaft and loss of steeringcontrol.
Remedy
Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.
Owner complaints
25 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
I calle chrysler care and they in november 2019 told me that it still has to be fixed under the recall but in june they say that they already fixed the recall in 1996 and they didn't have to fix it. I has to do with the ABS recall so I shouldn't drive it with the brakes not working to stop the car.…
I calle chrysler care and they in november 2019 told me that it still has to be fixed under the recall but in june they say that they already fixed the recall in 1996 and they didn't have to fix it. I has to do with the ABS recall so I shouldn't drive it with the brakes not working to stop the car. I ended up getting another car to get myself to work. thank you time and I hope to find out if this IS true though you folks.
- Service brakes
I was on my way to church, driving in a 30 mph speed zone, going down hill, coming to a stop and it had just started raining. As I applied the brakes I started sliding/hydroplaning all over the road, first into the oncoming lane, then back to my lane, but off to the edge and finally managed to stop…
I was on my way to church, driving in a 30 mph speed zone, going down hill, coming to a stop and it had just started raining. As I applied the brakes I started sliding/hydroplaning all over the road, first into the oncoming lane, then back to my lane, but off to the edge and finally managed to stop just at the stop sign. There was traffic all around me, but thankfully I didn't hit anyone or go off into the ravine. I had just had new brake pads put on 2 weeks before. my tires were wearing, but my mechanic/tire salesman said I didn't need new tires yet, I still had plenty of tread. As soon as I could pull over and call him, I scheduled an appt. For new tires 2 days later. I am a widow and am very careful to keep the car in good shape so my chances of getting stranded are as low as I know how to keep them. My son and some other men at church had also looked at the tires and said I didn't need to change them. so, I started wondering what could have made me hydroplane like that if the tires weren't bad, and had I spent the money on new ones needlessly? that's when I decided to research the recall site. and I found another incident almost identical to mine, complaint filed 10/06/2008. Also, the odometer doesn't work, so I really don't know the actual miles. it IS more than 165,000. That IS what IS showing. If there IS something that needs to be fixed, I need to know. The car runs good, but I don't want to be unsafe in it. that was a very scary incident and I know the lord was with me and the other drivers around me, but I don't believe in testing him, knowing that something can be done! in this incident there could have easily been a crash, injury or even death. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chrysler fifth avenue. while slowing down for a traffic light at 5 mph, the contact rear ended another vehicle. the pavement was wet at the time. the vehicle sustained $1,500 in damages. the failure was caused by the front and rear brakes not holding the tires…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 chrysler fifth avenue. while slowing down for a traffic light at 5 mph, the contact rear ended another vehicle. the pavement was wet at the time. the vehicle sustained $1,500 in damages. the failure was caused by the front and rear brakes not holding the tires properly in order to stop the vehicle. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 121,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Unknown or other
I had to replace my ABS pump-motor assembly 2 times in the past 2 years. the first time was by maff motors/tamaqua chrysler dealer; invoice dated 10 july 06. ABS lamps on & brake pedal IS hard; diagnosis pump/motor failure. Mileage 106587 second time problem started approx 11 march 08…
I had to replace my ABS pump-motor assembly 2 times in the past 2 years. the first time was by maff motors/tamaqua chrysler dealer; invoice dated 10 july 06. ABS lamps on & brake pedal IS hard; diagnosis pump/motor failure. Mileage 106587 second time problem started approx 11 march 08 low brake fluid, ABS & brake lights came on; mileage 150,351; I added approx 9 oz brake fluid & all lights went off. 22-25 march 2008 firestone/hazleton invoice #123975 , mileage 150,103, thoroughly checked for brake leaks as per my request, during routine annual inspection; they even added dye to check for leaks & kept my vehicle overnight. approx 28 may08, I tried to scheduled appt. At all american jeep/tamaqua new chrysler dealer (maff motors closed) they scheduled me for july 15; 1 1/2 months wait!! I continued adding brake fluid to my master cylinder everytime the low brake fluid light came on. firestone inspected for brake fluid leaks again, 5-6 june 08, mileage 155,507; no leaks. I contacted all american jeep/chrysler by phone & in person early-mid june 08 but was unable to move appointment because people on vacation, etc.. as time went by I had to keep adding brake fluid more often, until finally all the brake, low brake fluid, ABS lights stayed on; luckily I coasted into lehighton chrysler KIA, without brakes, on 8 july 2008; for emergency repairs. Mileage 157,035. ABS pump motor was replaced; plus they had to fabricate a missing firewall retaining bracket for this ABS pump motor. Invoice 135553. I've requested assistance with danielle yurko, service dept. As to recall coverage, for reimbursement; she informed me that I no longer have any chrysler warranty: even though I gave her a copy of nhtsa campaign ID number 96v099000! my interpretation of that recall IS that the ABS pump & motor assembly IS warranted forever/lifetime; no matter the vehicle's age, mileage, or owners plus all previous ABS repairs would be reimbursed v/r john f. Leibenguth *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
The serpentine belt continues to pop off. occurs when turning right and going up a hill. I end up replacing the belt twice a year. *nm
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Abs warning light
Total brake failure occurred after the ABS warning light lit up on the dashboard. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling
Defective cylinder heads - rocker arm support tower failure on two vehicles. 1990 dodge dynasty W/3.3 engine and 1992 chrysler new yorker/fifth avenue W/3.3 engine. both vehicles had the exact same failure mode wherin the rocker arm support tower (cast as part of cylinder head) failed by detaching…
Defective cylinder heads - rocker arm support tower failure on two vehicles. 1990 dodge dynasty W/3.3 engine and 1992 chrysler new yorker/fifth avenue W/3.3 engine. both vehicles had the exact same failure mode wherin the rocker arm support tower (cast as part of cylinder head) failed by detaching from the casting body of the cylinder head. this resulted in severe valve lash necessitating the complete replacement of both cylinder heads. both owners of the these vehicles are middle-aged and use conservative drive practices. Additionally, both vehicles were well maintained prior to failure. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When driving vehicle at 3MPH there were no brakes. A mechanic said that ABS pump needed to be replaced. please provide any further infomation.*ak
- Service brakes, air › Antilock
ABS not functioning properly.
- Service brakes, air › Antilock
Anti-lock brake failure. recalled later, wants to be reimbursed for repairs.
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar · Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
I was given this vehicle by my mother 2 years ago, she had many repairs done. One major repair happen when the vehicle went dead while drive in a rain storm. In the 2 years that I have had this vehicle I had to replace the gear shift cable which broke and most recently my 18 year old son was taking…
I was given this vehicle by my mother 2 years ago, she had many repairs done. One major repair happen when the vehicle went dead while drive in a rain storm. In the 2 years that I have had this vehicle I had to replace the gear shift cable which broke and most recently my 18 year old son was taking a left turn going approximately 10-15 miles and the transmission blew up. I had to have the car towed from md to va, when the transmission mechanic called me he said that he couldn't even roll the car to the lift, he said that the transmission literally blew up, metal parts imbedded into each other. There was never any indication that the vehicle was having a problem, no gear slipping, nothing. I am greatful that my son had just gotten off the highway and that he was not traveling at a higher speed.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
Fuel rail leaked.
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
Differential worn out and failed, needs to be rebuilt.
- Air bags
Consumer complains that airbags are not safe for short driver's.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving at 55 mph the automatic transmission failed w/power failure and grinding noise. please describe details. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
When driving the vehicle will downshift, causing the vehicle speed to decease.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
Tensioner belt replaced due to belt falling off. *Sd
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
Serpentine belt slipped/failed, causing power steering to fail. *Dsh
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Steering belt tensioner failed while backing out of driveway w/steering and other components being affected. Please describe details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS system indicator lights comes on, ABS system has a leak, total loss of ABS brakes. tt
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Automatic transmission failure, erratic operation of the auto transmission. tt when it IS rainy or any type of dampness, brakes squeal very loud, and any other weathre brakes do not make any noise.*jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads · Suspension › Front
ABS: brakes fade when applying heavy; have to push pedal almost to floor to stop vehicle; no warning;pads replaced;also, front suspension does not hold pressure
- Electrical system › Ignition · Power train › Automatic transmission
The transmission quit while driving and caused the vehicle to stop in dead in traffic. Please describe. tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Experiencing extended stopping distance and excessive effort to stop. tt
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
Serpentine belt tensioner made of plastic, allowing tensioner to break/serpentine belt to come off, without warning. *aw
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- ABS braking malfunction
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10130081Return: 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 part numbers:68176457AF, 68176459AF. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 13 September, 2016.
- 1013008005182535AD - 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 attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10130079Inspect 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: 1ZA04DX9AE, 1ZA05DX9AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
- 10129047Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129046Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- 10129045CBXDP361AA 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 number is CBXDP361AB w hich is in stock and available for order. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 16 September, 2016.
- 101290441NT30XDVAC - 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 T30XDVAC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Replacement part can be obtained by reordering the same part number. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129043Inspect 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 numbers:52120000AA, 52119435AF, 05078709AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129042Return: 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, 55372082AD, 55372082AC, 55372082AB, 55372082AA. Replacement part number is 55372082AF w hich is in stock and available. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 07 September, 2016.
- 10129041P/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 as per the QIR attached. Replacement part can be obtained by ordering the same part number (CBSZR068AA) Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 02 September, 2016.
- 6092304Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures.
- 6089800Daimlerchrysler corporation IS now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles.
- 6089311Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *Nlm
- 6089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *Nlm
- 6088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *Nlm
- 621898Automatic transmission fluid usage ATF+4.
- 620059Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty.
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 615688Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 612160Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *Mjs
- 610635Subject regarding child seat tether anchors.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 607963Information on child seat tether anchors.
- 607959This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 605014Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control.
- 604696Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket.
- 604364Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs)
- 603153Subject regarding airbag on - off switches.
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 600751Subject on delayed transaxle engagement.
- 54371Condition with tranaxle shudder during a 3RD gear to 3RD gear partial emcc ( electronically modulated converter clutch) engagement, 3RD gear partial emcc to 4TH gear partial emcc engagement, or 4TH gear to 4TH gear emcc engagement.
- 51993Vehicle shudder during torque converter emcc (lock up) operation/diagnostic trouble code 38.
- 46371Bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. If the vehicle operator **repeatedly** presses and releases the set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a 'lift foot set' to begin speed control operation), the vehicle may accelerate and exceed the desired set speed by up to 5 mph (8 km/h) and then decelerate to less than the desired set speed before finally achieving the desired set speed.
- 44048Unknown
- 43055Unknown
- 43051Unknown
- 41049Cruise control overshoot/undershoot during initial set speed selection.
- 37858Pcm not properly disengaging a/c clutch via the relay also the pcm may not energize the a/c clutch relay.
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