Chrysler should be ashamed of themselves for failing to issue better and permanent recalls for this car. This vehicle is dangerous! I was driving my chrysler and tried to stop for some kids crossing the street but the brakes suddenly gave out and became virtually inoperable and I had to swerve to avoid killing these kids! I had to push the brakes as hard as I could just to get the vehicle to slow down, let alone completely stop. I later learned and was able to find some recalls that this model uses electric power brakes and the pump and master cylinder become faulty. Apparently, the master cylinder and accumulator assembly has a seal that leaks pressure and causes the electric brake fluid pump to run more than it was designed and it eventually wears out and just stops working and power brakes are lost. The result is like trying to stop a freight train. Chrysler knows about this problem but have virtually swept this problem under the rug! I have recalls from chrysler that state the vehicle is to be warrantied for life, regardless of ownership, but the dealership just gave me the runaround. I could have easily killed those kids! Thank god I was able to swerve around them.
The worst 1993 Chrysler Imperial problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes24
- Suspension4
- Engine2
- Transmission2
- Visibility2
- Fuel system1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Chrysler Imperial
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- 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.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Steering column separation
Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.
DP03002
Abs braking malfunction
There is no summary currently available
EA95016
Technical service bulletins for the 1993 Chrysler Imperial 50
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Return: Wiring Assy
- Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy
- Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your...
- CBXDP361AA
- Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty Operations
- Return: Lamp Assy
- Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module
- 1NT30XDVAC
- P/n CBSZR068AA
- Valve Body
What 1993 Chrysler Imperial owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. While reversing out of the driveway, the brake pedal seized without warning. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that a strong odor of fuel was present. The noticed that fuel was leaking from the connection of the fuel well and the crossover tube. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulics); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. While driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal failed and the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact coasted the vehicle over to the side of the road, restarted it, and had it towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the pump and piston needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v0999000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Updated 04/29/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was included in the recall and was bought back by chrysler. Updated 11/21/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. The contact stated that the hydraulic pump and the master cylinder were defective. The dealer and manufacturer made the contact aware of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) but the recall had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 171,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. While driving approximately 35 MPH on normal road conditions, excessive pressure was applied to the brake pedal. The vehicle experienced a slow response and the stopping distance was increased. The ABS warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and they discovered that the power brake system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 08e032000 (equipment), although the failures were identical. The failure and current mileages were 87,000. The ABS pump was inoperative. Updated 02/03/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 chrysler imperial. The vehicle was parked when the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. She noticed that all of the anti - freeze from her vehicle leaked out. A new radiator was installed; however, the mechanic admitted that the old radiator cap was used and caused the failure. The dealer stated she needed another new radiator installed at the owners expense. The vehicle has not been repaired. The VIN is unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.
Dt*: the contact stated upon purchase, the ABS light was illuminated. An independent repair shop replaced the ABS actuator. One month later, the ABS light illuminated again, and then the brakes failed while traveling 40 MPH. The vehicle coasted to a stop in neutral. The independent repair shop determined the ABS pump failed and needed to be replaced. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 96v099000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
The consumer experienced extended stopping distance when applying the brake. The vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic at this time.
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Questions about the 1993 Chrysler Imperial
Is the 1993 Chrysler Imperial reliable?
Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 1993 Chrysler Imperial, fewer than a typical Imperial model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1993 Chrysler Imperial?
Brakes, with 24 complaints, typically around 135,500 miles. Next is suspension (4).
How many recalls does the 1993 Chrysler Imperial have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Chrysler Imperial brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V099000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chrysler Imperial have bad brakes?
The Chrysler Imperial model years with the most brakes complaints are 1990 (92 complaints), 1991 (56 complaints) and 1992 (39 complaints).
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