Dodge Raider 1989
Model Raider made in 1989 by Dodge got 11 consumer complains as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to seat belts and tires. There were some recalls concerningseat belts and trailer hitches. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.6l and 3.0l.
Model 1989
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 2.6L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 16/19/18 | 18/25/21 | Regular | $ 792 | 18 | 880813 |
| ( 3.0L) | 6 | Automatic, 4 gears | 4WD | 17/17/17 | 19/22/20 | Regular | $ 838 | 18 | 880813 |
| ( 3.0L) | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4WD | 15/18/16 | 17/23/19 | Regular | $ 891 | 18 | 880813 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
| TRAILER HITCHES | ||||||||||||||||
| 93E023000 | REESE PRODUCTS, INC | E (Equipment) | 670 | 07/22/1993 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 07/22/1993 | 07/27/1993 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the failure occurs, the trailer can separate from thetowing vehicle, and could result in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the trailer hitch. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: trailer hitch.equipment description: reese class ii trailer hitch, part no. 06070.note: if your vehicle is presented to the dealer from whom you purchased theitem on an agreed service date and the remedy is not provided or the remedy does correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance, please contact reese products warranty department at 1-800-326-1090, ext. 203. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | ||||||||||||||||
| 89V027000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 04/01/1988 to 01/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 4300 | 04/24/1989 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 02/28/1989 | 03/06/1989 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Throttle blade icing may occur during extended highway driving at temperatures below 10 degrees f. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Ice formation can prevent throttle blade from closingto the idle postion when the accelerator pedal is released, creating apotential for loss of control, which could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install anchor plate under base of throttle; heated engine coolant will be flowed through an adapter plate to eliminate ice formation on the throttle blade. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: throttle blade.vehicle description: sport utility truck. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 1 | |||
| The dealership is unaware of the specifics of the recall on the seat belt. | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1989 | ||
| Rear seat belt mounts rusted through. | |||
| 01/31/1994 | 1 | ||
| Takata seatbelt failed, causing injury in accident. (attorney for client). *dsh | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/16/1996 | 1 | ||
| Front seat belt buckle recall repair refused due to unavailability of parts. | |||
| Owner received recall notice, contacted dealer and was told parts were not available. recall# 95v103003. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 10/01/1989 | |||
| Seat belt retractors failed. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | |||
| 11/14/2004 | 1 | ||
| Rear passenger side shoulder belt is anchored to a plate which is part of the rear wheel well. normal wheel well corrosion causes this plate to break free, rendering rear belts useless. *jb | |||
| TIRES | |||
| Michelin xch4s on vehicle have blown out, even the one mounted on back has blown. tt | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 1 | ||
| Firestone steel radial 500, lr78-15, dotvdv4fnj283 on dodge, raider 1989. spare tire tread is pealing away from tire.*ak *slc | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||
| 12/12/1995 | |||
| Windshield wiper mechanism jams where motor loaded, bolts get loose where wiper moves up/down, hole in sheet metal that holds wiper gets larger, causing wiper to jam under windshield, cracked windshield, impairs driver's vision, mostly in winter months.ak | |||