CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Plymouth Acclaim has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (18 reports).
1989 Plymouth Acclaim recalls
Most common 1989 Plymouth Acclaim problems
Problem areas named in the 33 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 18 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Suspension | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED A WIRE MELTED INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP. *AK *TS ON AND OFF THE ROAD, THE WIRE WAS BOILING THE GAS AROUND THE WIRE, BUT IT DID NOT BLOW A FUSE OR MELT OTHER WIRES ON THE VEHICLE. *SCC *JB
RECALL 89 V 237 000/ENGINE VALVE COVER: PROBLEM WITH OIL LEAKING FROM ENGINE GASKET. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
WAS DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN HEADLIGHT COVER BECAME DIM. WAS NOT ABLE TO SEE DISTANCES CLEARLY DURING NIGHT. HEADLIGHT LENS COVER WAS VERY YELLOWISH LOOKING AND LIGHT WAS NOT ABLE TO SHINE THROUGH CLEARLY.*AK
MY DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. IT WILL NOT STAY HOOKED IN. *AK
ENGINE HEAD GASKET TRAILING ARM RUSTED OUT. AND ALSO THERE IS A TICKING NOISE.*AK
1989 Plymouth Acclaim questions
Does the 1989 Plymouth Acclaim have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1989 Plymouth Acclaim: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Plymouth Acclaim?
Based on 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (18), Power Train (7), Suspension (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Plymouth Acclaim has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.