Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1997 New Yorker 3.5L.
Built on the LH platform, the 1997 Chrysler New Yorker features a 3.5L engine paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle delivers an EPA fuel economy rating of 16/24/19 mpg. Regarding its reliability history, this model year recorded only two owner complaints, primarily in the power train area, and one recall, positioning it near the low end of the 1991-2004 model span that peaked in 1994 with 294 complaints.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 24 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 108 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 18 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 1997 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Sedan 3.5L V6 | 8.90 sec | 16.70 sec | 214 hp | FWD |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 1997 Chrysler New Yorker represents a dramatic improvement over earlier years in this generation, with only 2 consumer complaints recorded—down from a peak of 294 in 1994, and a notable decline from 36 complaints in 1996. The target year saw 1 recall and 2 investigations, which is consistent with the downward trend in regulatory activity that began after the high-investigation years of 1993-1995 (7 investigations each). By 1997, complaints had stabilized at the same minimal level (2) that would persist through 1998, while TSBs remained moderately high at 82—suggesting ongoing technical service bulletins for dealer guidance even as actual complaints diminished. The top complaint areas were Power Train and Vehicle Speed Control (1 each), with zero crash complaints and zero fire complaints reported. This data indicates 1997 falls at the tail end of a quality improvement arc, and represents one of the cleanest model years in the generation—making it a comparatively low-risk purchase within this vehicle line.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THE FUEL INJECTION DELIVERY SYSTEM CAN LEAK FUEL FROM SOME OF THE SEALING O-RINGS OR FROM HAIR LINE CRACKS IN THE THERMOSET FUEL INJECTION RAIL. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL O-RINGS AND REINFORCE THE OUTLET (PASSENGER) SIDE FUEL RAIL. VEHICLES SHOWING FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE OUTLET FUEL RAIL MUST HAVE THE OUTLET RAIL…
Showing 5 of 82 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08-049-20 | 2020-04-22 | Electrical System | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin… |
| 3100519 | 2019-11-20 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with… |
| 3100619 | 2019-11-20 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC… |
| 3100319 | 2019-11-20 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with… |
| 31-006-19 | 2019-11-20 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC… |
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EPA figures are 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.