Chrysler New Yorker

19851993 · 14 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
19
Best
21

The Chrysler New Yorker has been tested by the EPA across 14 different configurations spanning model years 1985 through 1993. Over this period, the New Yorker has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1993
20
1992
19
1991
19
1990
19
1989
19
1987
21
1986
21
1985
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (New Yorker) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chrysler New Yorker. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chrysler Chrysler New Yorker (thru 78)/ Newport/5th Avenue/Imperial (1979-83) (excludes all FWD), Chrysler New Yorker/E-Class/Imperial/ Fifth Avenue grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
23
Total Deaths
16

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
4.3%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
8.7%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
27%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2015
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.56

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1993
2
1992
1
1991
1
1990
3
1986
3
1985
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory