1985 PLYMOUTH RELIANT
2 recalls, 8 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.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES | 1 |
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Apr 20, 1999
Incident date: Apr 5, 1999
WHEN DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE FRONT IS SHAKING REAL BADLY, AND THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TIE RODS/ BALL JOINTS AND STRUTS.DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK
STEERING:LINKAGES
Apr 20, 1999
Incident date: Apr 5, 1999
WHEN DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE FRONT IS SHAKING REAL BADLY, AND THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TIE RODS/ BALL JOINTS AND STRUTS.DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Jan 12, 1999
CARBURATOR FAILED SEVERAL TIMES CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL AND HESITATE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Sep 18, 1997
Incident date: Jul 8, 1997
ENGINE FIRE. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)
Fire
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jul 5, 1995
Incident date: May 22, 1995
DEALER INSTALLED A TRAILING ARM WHICH BROKE. TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Apr 20, 1995
Incident date: Jun 18, 1993
HEAD GASKET FAILED TWICE. *AW
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Apr 20, 1995
Incident date: Feb 2, 1993
RADIATOR REPLACED DUE TO ANTIFREEZE LEAK.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Apr 20, 1995
Incident date: Feb 2, 1993
LEFT TURN SIGNAL FAILS TO FLASH DUE TO GROUND WIRE FAILURE.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1985 PLYMOUTH RELIANT
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 23.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 28.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,550 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 31.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 21.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 26.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 30.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 22.0 | 30.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,450 |
| 2.2L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 24.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.6L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 22.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, PLYMOUTH RELIANT
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP86010
Opened: May 21, 1986 , Closed: Aug 20, 1986
FRAME AND CHASSIS COMPONENTS
FRAME AND CHASSIS COMPONENTS
PLYMOUTH RELIANT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PLYMOUTH RELIANT across all model years (1981, 1989).
22
Total Recalls
67
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
8
Reported Crashes
5
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths