Chrysler Imperial recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Chrysler Imperial, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Chrysler Imperial, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1966–1995 with 29 recall campaigns and 351 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1967 (8), 1974 (4), and 1991 (3).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1990 (133), 1991 (110), and 1992 (62).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Other, and Seats and restraints.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Service brakes.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
8 campaigns · Years: 1967, 1971, 1974–1975, 1990–1993These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Other
4 campaigns · Years: 1967, 1970–1971, 1981–1982These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Seats and restraints
3 campaigns · Years: 1971, 1974, 1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Electrical
2 campaigns · Years: 1967These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
Steering and suspension
2 campaigns · Years: 1974, 1992These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Equipment and labeling
1 campaign · Years: 1975These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
- 75V023000 · Equipment: Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1967These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 66V002001 · Fuel system, gasoline: Carburetor system
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 1972These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 71V173000 · Power train: Automatic transmission
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Chrysler Imperial in NHTSA complaint data are Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Service brakes.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components. |
| 1994 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:ignition:switch, Suspension:front:springs:air suspension system, Service brakes. |
| 1993 | 1 | 38 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:abs warning light. |
| 1992 | 2 | 62 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, Power train:automatic transmission. |
| 1991 | 3 | 110 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, Suspension:front:springs:air suspension system. |
| 1990 | 2 | 133 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module. |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1974 | 4 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1972 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1971 | 3 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1969 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Exterior lighting:headlights:concealment devices. |
| 1967 | 8 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1966 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Tires:tread/belt. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Service brakes , Vehicle speed control and Seats
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.