1987 Chrysler Conquest problems and complaints

1987 Chrysler Conquest problems

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Overview

Mitsubishi began marketing the Starion in 1982, during a period in which a number of Japanese grand tourer (GT) sports cars were available, including the Nissan Z cars, Mazda RX-7, Toyota Supra and to a lesser extent, the Honda Prelude, Isuzu Piazza and Subaru XT.

The Starion was marketed in the US as the Mitsubishi Starion and badge engineered variants of it were marketed as the Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler Conquest. In the UK it was sold as the Colt Starion.

It was manufactured in two body configurations, a narrowbody and widebody; the narrower style complied with Japanese exterior dimension regulations taxing larger vehicles and engine displacement exceeding two liters. Only the narrowbody was offered through the 1985.5 model year.

The introduction of the widebody also split the car into two ranges: a non-intercooled lower-horsepower car using the narrow body style and a high-performance intercooled widebody. In most markets, widebody cars were given the label of Starion ESI-R or Conquest TSi. Markets that never received the widebody had the ESI-R label, these cars had similar performance as the widebodies. Widebody cars were offered in 1986–1989 model years in the US.

The Starion was featured in the 1984 movie Cannonball Run II.

Common 1987 Chrysler Conquest problems

Based on the information from the sources provided, here are common problems reported by owners of the 1987 Chrysler Conquest:

Mechanical Problems: While some owners have reported good reliability with their Conquest, others have faced mechanical challenges. It's crucial to ensure that the car is well-maintained, especially considering its age, to prevent unexpected failures in components like rod bearings or transmission synchros.

Parts Availability: A common concern among owners is the lack of aftermarket support for the Chrysler Conquest. Finding replacement parts can be challenging, which may lead to difficulties in maintaining and repairing the vehicle.

Performance Modifications: Some owners caution against extensive modifications to the Conquest without addressing fundamental components like the engine, turbo, and brake lines first. Modifying the car without ensuring the reliability of these critical parts can lead to further issues and potentially compromise the vehicle's performance and safety.

Limited Collector Following: The Chrysler Conquest TSI does not have a significant collector following, which can impact the availability of specialized knowledge and resources for maintaining and restoring these vehicles. This lack of enthusiast support may pose challenges for owners seeking guidance on repairs and upgrades.

By addressing these common problems and ensuring proper maintenance, owners of the 1987 Chrysler Conquest can enjoy a reliable and enjoyable driving experience with this unique 1980s sports car.

1987 Chrysler Conquest car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chrysler Conquest problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Steering problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1987 Chrysler Conquest vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1987 Chrysler Conquest complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1987 Chrysler Conquest.

1998-04-28

STEERING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
Crash: 1
VIN: JJ3CC54H2HZ
Components: STEERING
Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE BOLT THAT HOLDS THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE COLUMN SEPARATED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL, RESULTING IN A COLLISION. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

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