Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1997 New Yorker 3.3L.
Built on the LH platform, the 1997 Chrysler New Yorker 3.3L pairs its 3.3L engine with an Automatic 4-spd transmission to achieve EPA fuel economy ratings of 16/24/19 mpg. Within the model's 1991-2004 production history, this specific year recorded only 2 total owner complaints with the Power Train identified as the top complaint area. Although the 1999 model year marks the absolute lowest count with 1 complaint compared to the generation's high of 294 in 1994, the 1997 New Yorker's single recall and minimal reported issues place it among the lower-complaint entries in the chassis's reliability timeline.
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 |
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 clear inflection point in the generation’s federal record, marking a sharp decline in complaints and recalls compared to prior years. From 1991 to 1996, complaints fluctuated significantly, peaking at 294 in 1994, while recalls and investigations remained elevated—particularly in 1993 and 1994, where investigations reached seven annually. By 1997, complaints plummeted to just two, matching the near-zero levels seen in subsequent years (1998–2004), and recalls dropped to a single campaign, with no fire or crash-related complaints reported. This suggests Chrysler addressed many of the generation’s earlier reliability concerns by 1997, though the data doesn’t specify root causes for the prior issues. The 1997 model year falls at the tail end of the generation’s problem arc, aligning with the lowest-risk period in its federal record. **Takeaway: The 1997 New Yorker is one of the strongest years to buy in this generation, given its minimal complaint and recall history.**
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.