1985 Plymouth Reliant Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1985 Plymouth Reliant has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (3 reports).

1Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Reliant?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1985 Plymouth Reliant recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Recall 84V147Nov 21, 1984340,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Plymouth Reliant problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Suspension2
Electrical System1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Steering1

What owners report

1999-04-20, Suspension
WHEN DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE FRONT IS SHAKING REAL BADLY, AND THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TIE RODS/ BALL JOINTS AND STRUTS.DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. *AK
1999-01-12, Fuel System, Gasoline
CARBURATOR FAILED SEVERAL TIMES CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL AND HESITATE.
1997-09-18, Engine And Engine Cooling
ENGINE FIRE. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)
1995-07-05, Suspension
DEALER INSTALLED A TRAILING ARM WHICH BROKE. TT
1995-04-20, Engine And Engine Cooling
HEAD GASKET FAILED TWICE. *AW

1985 Plymouth Reliant questions

Does the 1985 Plymouth Reliant have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1985 Plymouth Reliant: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Plymouth Reliant?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Suspension (2), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Plymouth Reliant 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.

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