1994 Plymouth Acclaim: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 69 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is seat belts (17% of complaints); the 1995 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Feb 1994
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 69 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Screeching belt pulley I know it is a common problem for this make and model but I don't know which one it is in order to get it replaced. Please help me with info on this thank you *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2008
“I purchase my 1994 acclaim in 1994. This is the second time I have had to replace the trailing arm in the rear of my car. I am a good driver. I have not had any crashing to this car in 9 years. I have about 189,000 miles on this vehicle. I was informed this problem is common with this car. Please contact me if you have had this problem. E-mail ilawr97578@aol.com. *nlm”Owner report · Suspension · Apr 2003
“While driving the engine stops, and the red engine check light comes on. This has happened four times in various circumstances. After a while the car can be started again and generally then runs fine.*ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2000
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“The rear end of this vehicle was making a scraping sound while being driven. The noise was caused by torque bar breaking a tthe point where it connects to the rear axel. Dealer has not been contacted. *ak”Owner report · Suspension · Aug 1999
“Transmission has failed 3 times at mileages 32659(warranty), 53746 (cost $2194.00), 96303 (cost $1722.00). Dealer quoted six week delay at second failure requiring independent repair. Second and third repairs same independent transmission shop. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · May 1999
“Seatbelt buckles come loose when bumping against something. Cause is unknown. Dealer stated it was a manufacturer's defect.*ak *slc”Owner report · Seat Belts · Feb 1999
“While driving vehicle was making a funny noise. Dealer inspected the vehicle and determined that the rear axle had cracked. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak dealer replaced the trailing axle. *slc”Owner report · Suspension · Jul 1998
“Retainer clip for the disc brake pad is rubbing against the rotor, and the corner of the clip is wearing out in one spot on the disc brake pad retainer clip. The dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 1998
“Consumer was at a stop sign preparing to pull put when suddenly was struck by another vehicle on driver's side which caused the airbag to deploy. Also caused the dust particles located within the airbag to get into eyes of consumer, resulting in loss of vision. Consumer is now seeing a specialist . Seatbelts were worn at the time. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 1998
“Was pulling into garage & heard a noise. Took vehicle to dealer & was informed it was rear axle. Had it replaced. It happened again while driving. Was the same problem (rear axle). As the first time. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 1997
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 12 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
THE SAFETY BELT ANCHORS (BUCKLE LOCK BARS) DO NOT MEET THE STATIC LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Remedy: THE TRAVELING SAFETY BELT LOCK BAR ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED ON THESE VEHICLES.
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Is the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim reliable?
NHTSA has 69 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. The most complained-about area is seat belts (17% of complaints).
Does the 1994 Plymouth Acclaim have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning seat belts:front:anchorage. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.