Renault Alliance 1987
Model Alliance made in 1987 by Renault got 12 consumer complains as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning visibility . The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.7l and 1.4l.
Model 1987
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 1.7L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 23/28/25 | 26/36/30 | Regular | $ 570 | 3 | 860701 |
| ( 1.7L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 28/35/31 | 32/45/37 | Regular | $ 460 | 3 | 860701 |
| ( 1.4L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 27/31/28 | 30/39/33 | Regular | $ 509 | 4 | 860701 |
| ( 1.4L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 34/41/37 | 38/52/43 | Regular | $ 385 | 4 | 860701 |
| ( 1.4L) | 4 | Manual, 4 gears | FWD | 32/38/34 | 36/48/41 | Regular | $ 419 | 4 | 860701 |
| ( 1.4L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 33/40/36 | 37/52/42 | Regular | $ 396 | 4 | 860701 |
| ( 1.7L) | 4 | Automatic, 3 gears | FWD | 24/29/26 | 27/37/30 | Regular | $ 549 | 4 | 860701 |
| ( 1.7L) | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | FWD | 29/37/32 | 32/48/38 | Regular | $ 445 | 4 | 860701 |
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V087000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1984 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 240000 | 07/08/1988 | MFR | RENAULT, INCORPORATED | 05/31/1988 | 06/03/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Cooling system pressures during overheated engine operation may exceed the strength capability of certain components due to inadequate venting capacity of the system pressure cap. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The buildup of pressure may cause heater core to ruptureand discharge hot coolant and steam in the proximity of the drivers legs. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace all coolant system pressure caps with one having adequate venting capacity. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: cooling system/heater core.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| 92V051000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 07/01/1982 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 540000 | 05/28/1992 | ODI | RENAULT, INCORPORATED | 04/10/1992 | 04/20/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment couldcontact the driver's feet and injure the driver. also, steam from the heatedliquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision andcould result in a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the heater core with a core of different design which will not rupture and leak in the passenger compartment. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: water heater; heater core.vehicle description: passenger automobiles. | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 06/01/1996 | |||
| The engine cuts out at highway speeds. please describe. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 04/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Computer failed, causing transmission to jump into neutral gear/stall. *skd | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 1 | |||
| Oxygen sensor and catalytic converter failed prior to recall notice. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Oxygen sensor recall notice not received by owner, causing delay in repairs. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 1 | |||
| Oxygen sensor and catalytic converter failed prior to recall notice. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Catalytic convertor recall notice never received by owner, causing repair delays. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 02/24/1994 | 35000 | 1 | 06/05/1987 |
| Defective fuel tank.*mr the vehicle leaked gas from the fuel tank even though there was no evidence of rust or damage. the dealer suggested the fuel tank was poor manufacturing. the consumer requested a refund for the replacement tank. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT | |||
| 03/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Cv boot failed, causing right wheel to come apart. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 1 | |||
| Solenoid control valve failed. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Throttle positioner failed. | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 02/01/1994 | |||
| Vehicle fire caused by heater core, vehicle is involved in recall. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 05/20/1996 | 0 | ||
| Windshield wipers work intermittently. *sd | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT | BRITAIN | PAPA'S DODGE |