1991 Plymouth Sundance: problems, recalls and reliability
4 recalls and 30 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is seats (23% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 1999
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Serpentine belt associated with alternator slips from pulley assembly when in contact with water is made. Dealership has examined vehicle, and replaced belt. Consumer concerned that when belt slips from assembly, loss of power would occur, and vehicle could be difficult to manage. Please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2000
“Vehicle experienced sudden aceleration while back backing out of a parking (vehicle does not have cruise control) causing vehicle to hit between another vehicle and a tree. Dealer/mfr. Was not notified at this time.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1999
“If you can't help me with the paint, please let me know who can. Was there any recall on painting for plymouths? I see many sundances on the road with the same problem peeling as mine. Also, some spots where peeling occurred, is now rusting. As for the hood, replacement shocks I purchased helped hold trunk up again.”Owner report · Structure · Jun 1998
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“Dealership had to order new seat because before recall notice bolt had already broken. This was in aug of 1997. Consumer has contacted dealership about once a week, still has not provided seat. *ak”Owner report · Seats · Nov 1997
“While driving at low rate of speed (35-40mph), can hear clanging noise near axle area. Took to mechanic & was informed plate behind axle was cracked & driver would have lost control of vehicle. *ak”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 1997
“The suspension bar that runs from right to left brake cracked, causing grinding. Owner has difficulty contacting manufacturer. *ak”Owner report · Suspension · Jun 1997
“While driving about 15 mph the driver's side seat back collasped backwards. The bolts completely sheared off. Vehicle was left at dealership. *ak”Owner report · Seats · Mar 1997
“Consumer states that the rear axle is cracked. *ak consumer states the axle was cracked causing vehicle to flex when placed under strain during normal driving conditions.*jb”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 1996
“Business area had broken water line; road was icy; another vehicle was stopped, slid into rear of vehicle, airbag popped out, did not inflate. *ak”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 1996
“Shoulder seat belt did not restrain passenger in rear right seat during rear end impact, passenger sustained head/neck injuries. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jun 1995
When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 14 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 4 campaigns
FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TORQUED AND COULD LOOSEN.
Remedy: PROPERLY TORQUE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PIN BOLTS TO 250 POUNDS.
THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING WHEEL FOR ARMATURE CRACKS IN THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT AREA. ANY STEERING WHEELS SHOWING CRACKS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION IN THE EVENT CRACKING OCCURS.
THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
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Is the 1991 Plymouth Sundance reliable?
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Plymouth Sundance. The most complained-about area is seats (23% of complaints).
Does the 1991 Plymouth Sundance have open recalls?
4 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper. 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.