1991 EAGLE SUMMIT
1 recalls, 14 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
14 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS | 3 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR | 1 |
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
May 14, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THE BRAKE LIGHT IS INOPERATIVE, AND WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT PROBLEM IS UNREPAIRABLE.*JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Oct 24, 2001
CONSUMER STATES THE BRAKE LIGHT IS INOPERATIVE, AND WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT PROBLEM IS UNREPAIRABLE.*JB
SEAT BELTS
Feb 17, 1999
AUTOMATIC SEAT BELTS FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL, RECALL REPAIRS REFUSED DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF PARTS.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 11, 1998
Incident date: Dec 1, 1997
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, HEARD NOISE COMING FROM UNDERHOOD. TOOK TO DEALER & INFORMED HARMONIC BALANCE BOLT HAD LOOSENED & FELL OUT. WAS REPLACED 6 TIMES. THE TIMING BELT REPLACED. & VALVES BENT IN CYLINDER HEADS.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jul 25, 1997
Incident date: Jul 18, 1997
THE DEALERSHIP WILL NOT RECTIFY THE RECALL. THEY HAVE LIED TO THE OWNER SEVERAL TIMES THAT THE PART IS IN, AND HE CAN COME IN, ONLY TO BE TURNED AWAY. *AK
SEAT BELTS
Mar 25, 1997
AUTOMATIC SEAT BELTS STICKS/DON'T RELEASE PROPERLY, CHOKING OCCUPANT.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Nov 13, 1996
Incident date: Jul 23, 1993
FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR, THE SEAT BELT IS IN THE RETRACTING POSITION.*AK
SEAT BELTS
Aug 1, 1996
Incident date: Jun 15, 1996
PASSENAGER'S AUTOMATIC SEATBELT SWINGS FREELY BACK AND FORTH, DOES NOT LOCK IN OPEN OR CLOSE POSITION. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jul 22, 1996
Incident date: Jul 10, 1996
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR TIGHTENS WHEN STARTING VEHICLE, CHOKING/STRANGLING PASSENGERS. *DH
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
Apr 25, 1996
Incident date: Apr 5, 1996
NO PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY. *SD
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Apr 25, 1996
Incident date: Apr 5, 1996
STEERING PROBLEM. *SD
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Dec 11, 1995
THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE JAMMED. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Jul 12, 1995
THE FRONT BRAKE ROTOR HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE OUT OF A TOTAL OF SIX REPAIR ON THE BRAKE FRONT BRAKE. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
May 22, 1995
Incident date: Oct 8, 1994
SEAT BELT FAILURE, AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT BECAME OPEN UPON 7:00 COLLISION. TT
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
EPA Fuel Economy, 1991 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) | 24.0 | 29.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 33.0 | 29.0 | Regular | $2,150 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 32.0 | 28.0 | Regular | $2,200 |
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, 1991 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