Dodge Colt 1990
Model Colt made in 1990 by Dodge got 14 consumer complains, 19 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, seat belts and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, seats and structure. The car had some investigations: seat belts, wheels. There was one recall concerning seat belts . The car has 4 modeles with engines 1.5l, 1.6l and 2.0l.
Model 1990
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 27/29/28 | 30/38/33 | Regular | $ 562 | 3 | 890729 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 31/36/33 | 35/47/39 | Regular | $ 477 | 3 | 890729 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 28/34/30 | 31/44/36 | Regular | $ 524 | 3 | 890729 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 26/36/29 | Regular | $ 630 | 3 | 890729 |
| ( 1.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 26/36/29 | Regular | $ 630 | 3 | 890729 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Lockup/automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 27/29/28 | 30/37/33 | Regular | $ 562 | 7 | 890729 |
| ( 1.5L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 28/34/30 | 31/44/36 | Regular | $ 524 | 7 | 890729 |
| ( 2.0L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 19/25/21 | 21/31/25 | Regular | $ 750 | 18 | 890729 |
| ( 1.8L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 23/28/25 | 26/36/30 | Regular | $ 630 | 18 | 890729 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V103003 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 01/01/1986 to 12/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 920000 | 12/13/1995 | ODI | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 05/24/1995 | 05/24/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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 Summary | The safety belts would not provide adequate protection to an occupant in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 sure the latch is securely locked, and then pressing the release button. the latch plate should pop out of the buckle when the button is pressed. if either release button shows a sign of breaking or cracking or if either buckle fails to operate properly, owners should promptly contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to have the buckle replaced or repaired, free of charge. the manufacturer is developing a remedy designed to prevent failure of the buttons that are not currently broken. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; seat belts; belt buckles.vehicle description: passenger, multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks equipped with safety belts made by takata corporation.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 0800600REV | 12/29/2000 | 080600 | 618049 | Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb | 04/03/2001 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 080600 | 02/25/2000 | 609995 | This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt | 04/12/2000 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| 230800 | 03/03/2000 | 233599A | 610635 | Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt | 05/09/2000 |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 233599REVA | 10/01/1999 | 233599 | 612160 | Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs | 06/06/2000 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103006 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA96014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V063002 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE96007 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/19/1996 | 06/28/1996 | AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | ||
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103003 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103001 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103007 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103011 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103005 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA96014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V073001 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103004 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103008 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA96014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V073000 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103002 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA96014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1996 | 06/12/1997 | AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE | 97V073002 | |
| The automatic shoulder belt allegedly malfunctions or fails | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103009 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| PE94093 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 12/21/1994 | 08/02/1995 | TAKATA SEAT BLT BCKLS FAIL | 95V103010 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| WHEELS | ||||||
| EA98002 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/30/1998 | 04/30/1998 | TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP | 98V069002 | |
| Alleged transfer case failures that can lead to lock-up of the front, rear or all wheels.most lock-ups for which a root cause was reported involve bearing failures in the transfer case resulting from leakage of oil from the rear seal/yoke of the transfer case | ||||||
| EA98002 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/30/1998 | 04/30/1998 | TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP | 98V069000 | |
| Alleged transfer case failures that can lead to lock-up of the front, rear or all wheels.most lock-ups for which a root cause was reported involve bearing failures in the transfer case resulting from leakage of oil from the rear seal/yoke of the transfer case | ||||||
| EA98002 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/30/1998 | 04/30/1998 | TRANSFER CASE LOCKUP | 98V069001 | |
| Alleged transfer case failures that can lead to lock-up of the front, rear or all wheels.most lock-ups for which a root cause was reported involve bearing failures in the transfer case resulting from leakage of oil from the rear seal/yoke of the transfer case | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 03/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Ignition switch shorted, causing fire. *dh | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 07/25/1997 | |||
| Vehicle was parked and looked outside and the vehicle was burned up. owner thinks that the fire started under the hood. also owner states that when the door is shut the automatic shoulder belt opens and closes which causes the driver to be insecure in the seat.can cause a safety concern. under recal 95v102003. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 07/25/1997 | |||
| Vehicle was parked and looked outside and the vehicle was burned up. owner thinks that the fire started under the hood. also owner states that when the door is shut the automatic shoulder belt opens and closes which causes the driver to be insecure in the seat.can cause a safety concern. under recal 95v102003. *ak | |||
| 12/15/1994 | 1 | ||
| Automatic shoulder belt will not retract to its starting position, while the vehicle is off. | |||
| 07/01/1994 | 1 | 10/01/1990 | |
| Motorbelt failed. *sd | |||
| 03/24/1996 | |||
| The front automatic restraint system has failed. it will only retract half way or it will not work at all. please describe. *ak | |||
| 04/30/1995 | 0 | ||
| Motorized shoulder belt snapped back tightly, pinning driver to seat/other times motorized shoulder belt does not tighten at all. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 04/12/1997 | |||
| Consumer's brother was driving vehicle, and had a head-on collision with another vehicle. at time of crash driver was wearing his seat belts, the shoulder belt had to be cut off of occupant, and the lap belt detached itself during impact. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1994 | |||
| Intermittent shoulder belt failure; passenger side shoulder belt does not close/lock up as designed, passenger not properly restrained.*ak | |||
| 05/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Driver's seat belt buckles fails to latch. *skd | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Driver side seat belt buckle does not work. tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||
| 06/05/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicles driver and passenger has broken welds on beam area. tt | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/30/1991 | 1 | 09/18/1990 | |
| Vehicle was idling high then suddenly accelerated causing the vehicle to cross the road, fly into the air and flip 2 1/2 times landing on the hood. nlm | |||