1990 EAGLE SUMMIT
1 recalls, 6 complaints - 4 TSBs
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
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | 3 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 1 |
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Mar 27, 2001
THE TREAD OF THE LEFT REAR TIRE SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING, THE SET OF TIRES WERE PURCHASED THE DAY BEFORE, THE CONSUMER EXCHANGED THAT SET FOR ANOTHER BRAND (FIRESTONE WEATHERWISE P155/80). NLM
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Nov 18, 1996
NO PARTS; THE DEALER IS SUPPOSE TO CALL WHEN THE PARTS ARE IN , BUT IT HAS BEEN THREE MONTHS AND STILL NO PARTS. 95V-103.003. *AK
SEAT BELTS
Jul 30, 1996
Incident date: Sep 12, 1995
THE FRONT PASSENGER AUTOMATIC RESTRAINT SYSTEM WILL NOT ALWAYS GO INTO THE RESTRAINING POSITION THEREFORE NOT PROTECTING THE OCCUPANT. *AK
SEAT BELTS
May 8, 1996
Incident date: May 8, 1992
OCCASIONALLY DRIVERS MOTORIZED SEAT BELT LOCKS IN POSTION. OCCUPANT MUST USE MANUAL RELEASE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. *AK
SEAT BELTS
May 6, 1996
Incident date: May 3, 1996
THE FRONT AUTOMATIC SEATBELTS RESTRAIN SO HARD THAT IT CHOKES THE OCCUPANTS. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Nov 13, 1995
Incident date: Oct 17, 1995
PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEAT BACK COLLAPSED DURING REAREND COLLISION. TT
Crash
1 injured
EPA Fuel Economy, 1990 EAGLE SUMMIT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 26.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 31.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,700 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1990 EAGLE SUMMIT
4 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 220000 SEATS | 3 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
2300800B
Nov 24, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
230800
Mar 3, 2000
220000 SEATS
SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
233599REVA
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS
233599
Sep 3, 1999
220000 SEATS
INFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, EAGLE SUMMIT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE98033
Opened: May 27, 1998 , Closed: Mar 16, 1999
OVERSENSITIVE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS
COMPLAINTS ALLEGE THAT THE DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY VEHICLE IMPACT OR FROM MINOR UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACT
EAGLE SUMMIT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the EAGLE SUMMIT across all model years (1989, 1996).
12
Total Recalls
259
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
20
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths