1991 Chrysler Imperial
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1991 Chrysler Imperial. Newest first.
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Front outboard safety belt may become difficult to latch and or unlatch due to a webbing stiffener entering the buckle housing and dislodging the buckle latch guide.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Latch may open during accident or sudden stop, exposingseat occupant to increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Replace buckle latch engagement.
Owner complaints
84 complaints6 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact depressed the brake pedal and it traveled to the floorboard. The dealer diagnosed that the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump motor assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the part was no longer in production.…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact depressed the brake pedal and it traveled to the floorboard. The dealer diagnosed that the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump motor assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer stated that the part was no longer in production. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact was unable to determine if the vehicle would be repaired. The failure mileage was not available.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that the various ABS and brake light warning indicators randomly flashed. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The dealer indicated that the part was ordered on a specific date and…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that the various ABS and brake light warning indicators randomly flashed. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The dealer indicated that the part was ordered on a specific date and was not available. The contact was not able to obtain the part from that dealer. The manufacturer was notified and referred the contact to a second dealer, but the part was still not available months later. The contact was unable to determine when the parts would become available to repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 69,069.
- Service brakes
My car's ABS system has failed. you have to step really hard on the brake pad to get the car to stop. the dealer has tested the vehicle and determined that the ABS pump IS failed and covered by a federal recall 96v099000. the car was repaired in the 90'S during the recall, but it's failed…
My car's ABS system has failed. you have to step really hard on the brake pad to get the car to stop. the dealer has tested the vehicle and determined that the ABS pump IS failed and covered by a federal recall 96v099000. the car was repaired in the 90'S during the recall, but it's failed again. chrysler has guaranteed that the recall will be honored regardless of when (forever basically) or who owns the car. the dealer has had my car now 3 months still waiting on parts. please help step in and make chrysler honor the recall and fix my car.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. While driving approximately 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond as the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 199,971. updated 1/15/16 *cn
- Steering
TL* the contact owned a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that the vehicle was extremely difficult to steer and he had heard a loud popping noise each time the vehicle was driven. The vehicle had not been inspected, diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
1991 chrysler imperial. consumer writes in regards to anti-lock brake system pump motor assembly failure. *smd the consumer stated in april of 2010, she began having brake issues. Upon research, it was discovered there was written documentation that chrysler issued a recall for the ABS. The…
1991 chrysler imperial. consumer writes in regards to anti-lock brake system pump motor assembly failure. *smd the consumer stated in april of 2010, she began having brake issues. Upon research, it was discovered there was written documentation that chrysler issued a recall for the ABS. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the ABS pump module was replaced at a cost of $ 271.25. The new ABS module started malfunctioning in june of 2012, starting with small chirping noises then growing louder into squeals and grinding from the ABS pump motor itself. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, where it was determined the pump had failed and a new one was installed. the consumer called chrysler to inform them, the pump that was installed in 2010 had failed and the vehicle was in the shop for warranty repair. When the consumer's son picked up the vehicle and left the parking lot, the ABS warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost 90% of its ability to stop. The mechanic stated there was a short in the ABS pump motor which caused the brakes to fail. After contacting chrysler again, they authorized another ABS pump to be installed. After the installation, the ABS warning light started illuminating off and on intermittently. The consumer made several attempts to have the dealer resolved the issue by having them keep the vehicle for weeks at a time, and we the vehicle was picked up, the ABS warning light was still on. The consumer learned to deal with the light, until one day, while she was driving, the ABS pump began making a loud grinding noise and stopped all together. Chrysler advised the consumer to take the vehicle to a repair shop of her choice. The consumers mechanic diagnosed the problem as a faulty ABS pump. when chrysler was contacted again, the consumer was informed the part was no longer available. However, the repair shop stated they had one. Chrysler claimed, they were unable to locate the pump under warranty, and they were closing the case.
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that the linkage for the transmission disconnected from the steering column while she was driving approximately 15 mph. The failure was not diagnosed by a mechanic. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 82,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Emailed rec'd on behalf of (ne) issue with chrysler corporation car warranty for his 1991 chrysler imperial experienced several ABS brake repairs *tgw the consumer stated the dealership did not repair IS vehicle properly and they charged him for labor three times. The consumer stated he almost ran…
Emailed rec'd on behalf of (ne) issue with chrysler corporation car warranty for his 1991 chrysler imperial experienced several ABS brake repairs *tgw the consumer stated the dealership did not repair IS vehicle properly and they charged him for labor three times. The consumer stated he almost ran a red light three weeks ago because the brakes had failed again. the consumer finally went to a repair shop where they replaced the ABS hydraulic unit and ABS pump. The consumer stated chrysler sent a check for $700.00, he IS requesting the full amount for the ABS repairs.( recall 96v099000) *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic
1991 chrysler imperial ABS brake system failure in 2005 a dealership supposed to repair under recall but system has failed again january 2009. Chrysler refuses to repair, car has 50,000 miles on it. Request assistance to get chrysler to repair. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. while driving 15 mph, the brakes failed when the pedal was depressed. the contact sideswiped another vehicle. the other vehicle sustained substantial damages, but the contact's vehicle was in tact. three weeks prior to the crash, the brakes were…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. while driving 15 mph, the brakes failed when the pedal was depressed. the contact sideswiped another vehicle. the other vehicle sustained substantial damages, but the contact's vehicle was in tact. three weeks prior to the crash, the brakes were serviced by the dealer. the contact IS afraid to take the vehicle back to the same dealer; however, it IS the only chrysler dealer in his local area. a police report was filed. nhtsa campaign ID numbers 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and 91v191000 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) were referenced. the current and failure mileages were 144,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. while driving 50 mph, the contact had to excessively apply pressure to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. a professional technician replaced the brake system and noticed wires sticking out of the antilock control unit. the dealer stated…
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 chrysler imperial. while driving 50 mph, the contact had to excessively apply pressure to the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. a professional technician replaced the brake system and noticed wires sticking out of the antilock control unit. the dealer stated that her vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign ID number 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock). the powertrain was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 103,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular maintenance, and mechanic stated there was recall 91v191000 concerning brake line failure. However, recall repairs had not been performed because dealer did not have the parts. *ak *ph *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
At 98,000 mi vehicle was taken to dealer for ABS brake system failure repair. Dealer did only what was required on the recall. It was only a partial repair, and consumer did not get more than 40,000 miles out of the repairs. ABS brakes were still operating poorly. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Abs warning light
I have read about the recall on the ABS system for the chrysler imperial. I purchased a 1991 imperial in february of 2000. in may of 2000 I had to have some repair work done on the brake system. such as replacement of the pump motor and the accumulator for the amount of $623.61 labor and parts.…
I have read about the recall on the ABS system for the chrysler imperial. I purchased a 1991 imperial in february of 2000. in may of 2000 I had to have some repair work done on the brake system. such as replacement of the pump motor and the accumulator for the amount of $623.61 labor and parts. once again in november of 2002 I had to have the accumulator pressure switch replaced, listed as dual function pressure switch holding pressure at 2000 psi. This repair job cost me $466.82 out of pocket including labor and parts. I would like to know if I qualify under the recall for reimbursement considering the vehicle was not 10 years old and the mileage was just at 100036 in may of 2000 and 120331 in november of 2002. to this day I am still having problems with the brake system. As of now the anti-lock light will not go off after starting the vehicle. I am to afraid to take it back to a chrysler dealership for I can not afford another 400 to 600 dollars out of pocket. Please inform of my status with this situation. *ph
- Air bags
While driving, the air bag blew in the consumers face without warning. scc *jb
- Air bags
While driving, the air bag deployed without warning, hitting the consumer in the face. the consumer wrecked the vehicle. scc
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Consumer stated that the fuel rail cracked without warning gas to leak onto the engine. Dealer notified. Ts
- Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
While driving, the driver side air bags deployed. the consumer lost control of the vehicle and hit a pole. the dealer was notified. ph scc
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Under 25 mph, transmission failed, no reverse, no foward gears. dt
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension system
Consumer states that the computer assisted, air compressed air ride load leveling system IS not a valid designed system and IS not roadworthy, consumer IS requesting the problems with this system be repaired. *slc
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension system
Consumer stated that he IS experiencing problems on air leveling suspension system, superfluous shocks, solenoids,lines,compressor pump,motor units, have all been replaced to correct problem, consumer also states there was an accident but does not explain in detail.*yd
- Suspension
Computer system for suspension IS faulty. Dealer contacted.*ak *yd
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving out of driveway at about 20 mph consumer tried to put on brakes, and vehcile would not stop. consumer had to pump and pump pedal to get vehcile to stop, pumping helped make car stop. if on the higway this could have caused injury.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Recall 96v099/abs brakes. vehicle has been into the dealership three times for recall repairs. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
The fuel rail has a hairline crack and IS leaking,creating a very hazardous situation exactly like the lhs models which were covered by recall and listed on your web site. Nhtsa campaign # 98v184000. the imperial model IS the lhs's predecessor.the cost of the repair IS $540.00. I do not think a…
The fuel rail has a hairline crack and IS leaking,creating a very hazardous situation exactly like the lhs models which were covered by recall and listed on your web site. Nhtsa campaign # 98v184000. the imperial model IS the lhs's predecessor.the cost of the repair IS $540.00. I do not think a fuel line IS a planned obselecense item. chrysler has had many problems with fuel rails. I feel the imperial should be covered just as the lhs was since the problem apparently began with the imperials. I have requested the old part from the dealer. Also note on your consumer complaint site odi ID: 832841regarding the same leaking problem. I appreciate your help in this matter. *ak
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.
- 10150552Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether Anchors based on Customer Request. Retrofits are subject to part availability. Vehicles in the following list that are marked **** for the model year are no longer supported with OEM retrofit kits. NOTE: Dealers are encouraged to honor any customers? request for the installation of the Child Seat Tether Anchors and Dealer reimbursement will be made by FCA US LLC regardless of vehicle age or mileage. See the Warranty Policy and Procedure Manual and/or Warranty Bulletin D-08-33 for reimbursement detail.
- 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.
- 6089028Information on 41te/42le service information. *Nlm
- 6088988Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *Nlm
- 6088834Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *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.
- 54423Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity.
- 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.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 51993Vehicle shudder during torque converter emcc (lock up) operation/diagnostic trouble code 38.
- 51942Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black.
- 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.
- 43055Unknown
- 41049Cruise control overshoot/undershoot during initial set speed selection.
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