1981 Chrysler New Yorker Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1981 Chrysler New Yorker has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your New Yorker?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1981 Chrysler New Yorker recalls

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 81V111Sep 22, 1981150,000 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Recall 81V055May 5, 198130,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1981 Chrysler New Yorker problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Fuel System, Other1

What owners report

1999-10-22, Fuel System, Other
81 V 055 000 FUEL: CARBURETOR; VEHICLE EXPERINCING ON-GOING PROBLEM WITH CABURETOR FLOODING AND STALLING WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT PART OF MFR. RECALL.
1999-10-15, Fuel System, Gasoline
CARBURETOR WENT OUT, AND THE VEHICLE WAS OVER FLOODING AND STALLING. ALSO,THERE WAS SOME TYPE OF KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK

1981 Chrysler New Yorker questions

Does the 1981 Chrysler New Yorker have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1981 Chrysler New Yorker: Vehicle Speed Control; Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1981 Chrysler New Yorker?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Fuel System, Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1981 Chrysler New Yorker has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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