1985 PLYMOUTH HORIZON
3 recalls, 2 complaints
08E033000 Apr 14, 2008
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS... Read more
Consequence
THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSS... Read more
Remedy
FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
84V147000 Nov 21, 1984
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
THE POTENTIAL FOR FUEL LEAKAGE EXISTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE FUEL RESERVOIR SEAM AND ITS HOSE CONNECTIONS. THE FUEL RESERVOIR IS A SILVER COLORED CAN MOUNTED TO THE AIR CLEANER.
Remedy
THE HOSES AND THE METAL TUBE THAT ATTACHES TO THE FUEL RESERVOIR WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW COMPONENTS. THE DEALER WILL ALSO REPLACE OR RESEAL THE RESERVOIR.
84V116000 Sep 24, 1984
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
Defect Description
AN EMISSIONS SYSTEM VALVE MAY ALLOW AN OVERLY RICH MIXTURE (EXCESSIVE FUEL) IN THE ENGINE DURING DECELERATION. THE MIXTURE OF AIR AND EXCESSIVE FUEL CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE STOPPING, COASTING, OR TURNING.
Remedy
ALL INVOLVED VEHICLES WILL BE CORRECTED BY REMOVING THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM VALVE AND INSTALLING A VACUUM LINE CONNECTOR IN ITS PLACE.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT | 1 |
| WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS | 1 |
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Jun 29, 1999
WHEELS FELL OFF FROM THE LEFT FRONT SIDE OF VEHICLE TWICE IN LESS THAN A MONTH DUE TO THE STUDS SHEARING OFF. AS CONSUMER DROVE ON THE HIGHWAY, THE WHEELS FELL OFF, MAKING OBLONG HOLES IN THE WHEELS THEMSELVES. THE SECOND TIME WHEN THE WHEELS FELL OFF, VEHICLE SLID ACROSS HIGHWAY. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
Apr 5, 1995
REAR LIFTGATE FAILS TO SUPPORT ITSELF IN UP POSITION. LIFTGATE HAS STRUCK OCCUPANTS IN HEAD. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 PLYMOUTH HORIZON
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 36.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 36.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 36.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 30.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 33.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,350 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 33.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PLYMOUTH HORIZON
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP84007
Opened: Dec 6, 1983 , Closed: Jun 7, 1984
TRANSAXLE FAILURE
TRANSAXLE FAILURE
PLYMOUTH HORIZON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PLYMOUTH HORIZON across all model years (1978, 1990).
33
Total Recalls
31
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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