1989 DODGE RAIDER
3 recalls, 11 complaints
95V103003 May 24, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
Consequence
THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SUR... Read more
93E023000 Jul 22, 1993
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Description
THE WELD ON THE RECEIVER UNIT OF THE TRAILER HITCH CAN BREAK.
Consequence
IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, THE TRAILER CAN SEPARATE FROM THETOWING VEHICLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH.
89V027000 Feb 28, 1989
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
THROTTLE BLADE ICING MAY OCCUR DURING EXTENDED HIGHWAY DRIVING AT TEMPERATURES BELOW 10 DEGREES F.
Consequence
ICE FORMATION CAN PREVENT THROTTLE BLADE FROM CLOSINGTO THE IDLE POSTION WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED, CREATING APOTENTIAL FOR LOSS OF CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL ANCHOR PLATE UNDER BASE OF THROTTLE; HEATED ENGINE COOLANT WILL BE FLOWED THROUGH AN ADAPTER PLATE TO ELIMINATE ICE FORMATION ON THE THROTTLE BLADE.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 1 |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER | 1 |
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Nov 14, 2004
Incident date: Nov 14, 2004
REAR PASSENGER SIDE SHOULDER BELT IS ANCHORED TO A PLATE WHICH IS PART OF THE REAR WHEEL WELL. NORMAL WHEEL WELL CORROSION CAUSES THIS PLATE TO BREAK FREE, RENDERING REAR BELTS USELESS. *JB
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Aug 6, 2001
Incident date: Jan 1, 2001
FIRESTONE STEEL RADIAL 500, LR78-15, DOTVDV4FNJ283 ON DODGE, RAIDER 1989. SPARE TIRE TREAD IS PEALING AWAY FROM TIRE.*AK *SLC
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Aug 28, 1997
THE DEALERSHIP IS UNAWARE OF THE SPECIFICS OF THE RECALL ON THE SEAT BELT.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jul 17, 1997
SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FAILED.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Jul 17, 1997
REAR SEAT BELT MOUNTS RUSTED THROUGH.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Oct 10, 1996
Incident date: May 16, 1996
FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE RECALL REPAIR REFUSED DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF PARTS.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Aug 26, 1996
OWNER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE, CONTACTED DEALER AND WAS TOLD PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. RECALL# 95V103003.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Aug 22, 1996
Incident date: Dec 12, 1995
WINDSHIELD WIPER MECHANISM JAMS WHERE MOTOR LOADED, BOLTS GET LOOSE WHERE WIPER MOVES UP/DOWN, HOLE IN SHEET METAL THAT HOLDS WIPER GETS LARGER, CAUSING WIPER TO JAM UNDER WINDSHIELD, CRACKED WINDSHIELD, IMPAIRS DRIVER'S VISION, MOSTLY IN WINTER MONTHS.AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Mar 7, 1996
Incident date: Jan 31, 1994
TAKATA SEATBELT FAILED, CAUSING INJURY IN ACCIDENT. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *DSH
1 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Mar 7, 1996
Incident date: Jan 31, 1994
TAKATA SEATBELT FAILED, CAUSING INJURY IN ACCIDENT. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *DSH
1 injured
TIRES
Jun 1, 1995
MICHELIN XCH4S ON VEHICLE HAVE BLOWN OUT, EVEN THE ONE MOUNTED ON BACK HAS BLOWN. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1989 DODGE RAIDER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 18.0 | 16.0 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 16.0 | 16.0 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 17.0 | 15.0 | Regular | $4,150 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
DODGE RAIDER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE RAIDER across all model years (1987, 1991).
9
Total Recalls
36
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
6
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths