1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 18, 2007 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other NEW Yorker years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker. That ranks 3rd out of 7 NEW Yorker model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 112,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Chrysler NEW Yorker
1983-1988 Chrysler New Yorker photographed in College Park, Maryland , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train2 · ~112,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2100%112,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 1 complaints
1999: 1199912007: 120071

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chrysler new yorker. While driving in reverse at 5 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate and the engine shut off. The contact stated that there was a power steering fluid leak and the odor of fuel was detected inside the vehicle. There are holes in the floor on the driver…

Power Train · received May 18, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10192131

The collapse of the rear axle caused the rear bumper to become loose and the rear coil spring to be dislodged. Yh

Power Train · received Aug 11, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 547913

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1998 Chrysler NEW Yorker a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other NEW Yorker model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.