Plymouth Acclaim problems
The Plymouth Acclaim is a mid-size sedan produced in the 1989 to 1995 model years. The Acclaim was Plymouth's updated replacement for both the similarly sized E-body Caravelle and the K-body Reliant. Badge engineering was employed to give Dodge and Chrysler their own versions of the AA-body Acclaim: the Dodge Spirit, the Chrysler LeBaron sedan, and the export-market Chrysler Saratoga. It was replaced by the Plymouth Breeze in 1996.
Platform
The Acclaim was a version of the Chrysler Corporation's AA-body 4-door sedan, which was an evolutionary development of Chrysler's extended K-car platform. Acclaim (and Dodge Spirit) production ended on December 9, 1994, after a short 1995 model year and the Cab-forward Plymouth Breeze was introduced as a replacement for 1996. The Acclaim was one of the last K-car derivatives produced by Chrysler. In all, just under half a million examples of the Acclaim were built in its 7-model year run.
Market positioning
The AA-body cars were badge-engineered triplets, as were most Chrysler products of this time. The Acclaim differed from its siblings primarily in wheel choices, bodyside molding, and fascias where it sported its unique taillights and the corporate Plymouth eggcrate-grille. Like the K-body and E-body vehicles they replaced, the Acclaim and Dodge Spirit were both marketed as mainstream variants, while the Chrysler LeBaron was marketed as the luxury variant. Despite this, there was substantial overlap in trims and equipment among each car. For example, a fully loaded Acclaim was almost similar to a base LeBaron in features and price.
In addition to its entry-level base model, the Acclaim was initially available in mid-range LE and high-end LX trim. LE and LX models came equipped with features such including premium cloth seating, power windows/door locks, premium sound systems, bodyside cladding, additional exterior brightwork, and on the latter 15-inch lace-spoke aluminum wheels. In spite of this, the base model accounted for nearly 85 percent of Acclaim sales. Unlike the Spirit, the Acclaim did not receive any sport-oriented models.
The Acclaim has also been characterized as the replacement for the smaller Reliant, though the Sundance launched in 1987 is closer than the Acclaim in most dimensions to the Reliant.
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Common Plymouth Acclaim problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Plymouth Acclaim, several common problems have been reported:
- Stalling and No-Start Issues:
Some owners have experienced stalling issues where the car turns off when the foot is taken off the gas pedal. This could be caused by various factors such as moisture in the MAP sensor circuit or other underlying issues affecting fuel supply or engine performance.
- Brake Light Malfunction:
Another common problem reported is brake lights not working despite replacing the brake light switch, fuses, and bulbs. This issue could be related to wiring problems, ground wire issues, or issues with the multi-function switch that controls the brake lights and hazard lights.
- Various Mechanical Repairs:
Owners have also mentioned the need for routine maintenance and occasional mechanical repairs like replacing tie rods, ball joints, struts, and shocks. While these repairs are common with aging vehicles, the Plymouth Acclaim has shown resilience and reliability for many owners despite the need for occasional repairs.
These common problems highlight the typical issues faced by owners of the Plymouth Acclaim, ranging from oil leaks to electrical and mechanical issues. Regular maintenance and prompt attention to these problems can help ensure the longevity and performance of this vehicle.
Is Plymouth Acclaim a good car?
Plymouth Acclaim Ratings Overview
The average rating is a 4.2 out of 5 stars.
What is the Dodge equivalent of a Plymouth Acclaim?
Badge engineering was employed to give Dodge and Chrysler their own versions of the AA-body Acclaim: the Dodge Spirit, the Chrysler LeBaron sedan, and the export-market Chrysler Saratoga.
Who makes Plymouth Acclaim?
Chrysler
The Plymouth Acclaim was a mid-size sedan that was produced by Plymouth from 1988 to 1995. It was based on the Chrysler K platform, and it was a sister car to the Dodge Spirit and Chrysler LeBaron.
Why did Plymouth get discontinued?
By the 1990s, Plymouth had lost much of its identity, as its models continued to overlap in features and prices with its sister brands, Dodge and Eagle. Chrysler attempted to remedy this by repositioning Plymouth to its traditional target market as the automaker's entry-level brand.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Plymouth Acclaim years
We have researched Plymouth problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Plymouth Acclaim cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Plymouth Acclaim model years:
- Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Plymouth Acclaim 1993
- Plymouth Acclaim 1994
- Plymouth Acclaim 1992
- Plymouth Acclaim 1990
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Plymouth Acclaim model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Plymouth Acclaim years
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Plymouth Acclaim car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Plymouth Acclaim , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Air bags problems
- Suspension problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Plymouth Acclaim vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Acclaim model years
A total of 68 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Acclaim model years
There were a total of 24 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Acclaim model years
There were a total of 66 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with deaths by Acclaim model years
There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a death. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 508 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Plymouth Acclaim . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Plymouth Acclaim vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-12
- Date Complaint: 2023-10-31
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: 1P3XA46K3LF
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: July 2017 I was hit by a drunk driver of which I was a passenger in my vehicle upon impact my seatbelts automatically released and my airbags did not deploy causing my driver to be ejected from the vehicle and for me to hit my head on my dash and then be smashed into my windshield then finally when the car stopped rolling I was in the back seat no longer in the front passenger seat to end up in the backseat when I was sitting originally in the front passenger. I was injured severely due to the lack of my seatbelts working correctly and it caused me to have a broken back and eight places a broken pelvis that pierced my liver and gallbladder and broke my collarbone legs and arms I had to be given full blood transfusion and I maxed out the other cars insurance and my uninsured motorist ins while my injuries pain and medical was over $150000 I only received a few thousand and now have chronic pain and related health issues due to the damage to my liver
Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-13
- Date Complaint: 2021-09-07
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1p3xa46k3lf
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: both the drivers and the passengers front seat belts did not work correctly, If i repeadely inserted the clasp in and out, eventually they would click, but then later they would release, when i was in a very bad car accident july 13 2017, both the driver of my vehicle and i both had our seatbelts on and clasped, and upon impact the belts released and the driver was ejected from the vehicle and i hit my head and was banged and tossed around the vehicle as it spun and rolled, and when it was over i was no longer in teh front of the car, i was in the back seat, and i had injuries to my organs, i almost died, and i broke my back, my collar bone, legs and arms, because my seat belt released upon impact immediatly.
Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-12
- Date Complaint: 2021-03-12
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3XA46K3LF
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: JULY 2017 I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY OWN VEHICLE AND ME AND MY DRIVER WERE BOTH WEARING THE SEATBELTS, THAT AT IMPACT RELEASED AND HE WAS EJECTED OUT OF THE DOOR THAT HAD OPENED ON IMPACT AND IN THE SPIN IN THE AIR WAS EJECTED OUT OF THE CAR, I HIT MY HEAD ON THE DASH, BOTH SEATBELTS WERE FAULTY, IT WAS DIFFICULT WHEN PUTTING THEM ON TO GET THEM TO GRASP, YOU WOULD HAVE TO REPEATEDLY AND WITH ALOT OF FORCE OVER AND OVER AGAIN UNTIL IT WOULD GRAB, WE BOTH HAD GOTTEN THE SEAT BELTS TO ENGAGE BUT ON IMPACT THEY INSTANTLY RELEASED
Plymouth Acclaim 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-07
- Date Complaint: 2019-08-13
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RUBBER TIMING BELT SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE DECELERATED, COASTED, AND STOPPED IN TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME AND THEN TOWED TO APPLE DODGE HANOVER (200 EISENHOWER DR, HANOVER, PA 17331) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A NEW TIMING BELT WAS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONSUMER STATED RUBBER IS TOO WEAK OF A MATERIAL FOR A TIMING BELT. *JS
Plymouth Acclaim 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-06
- Date Complaint: 2014-10-23
- VIN: 1P3AA4633SF
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHEN EXITING THE INTERSTATE DURING A HEAVY RAIN STORM I HIT A LARGE PUDDLE OF WATER AND THE SERPENTINE BELT CAME OFF MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO STEER THE CAR. THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW AND SOLD TO ME 3 YEARS AGO. THIS HAD HAPPENED TO MY MOTHER NUMEROUS TIMES AND TWICE SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. IT ONLY SEEMS TO HAPPEN DRIVING THROUGH LARGE PUDDLES. *TR
Plymouth Acclaim 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-09
- Date Complaint: 2011-09-09
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY 93 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 4 DOOR SEDAN WITH A 3 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION THE TRANSMISSION AT STOPS STARTED TO SLIP CAR WOULDN'T EVEN MOVE FORWARD AT ALL THEN WHEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL TO BRING UP THE ENGINE RPMS IT JUMP FORWARD AND I HERD A HIGH PITCH SQUEALING NOISE FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND IT STARTED TO MOVE AGAIN...THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING AND NOW WONT EVEN SHIFT... WITH CAR ONLY HAS 80,000 MILES ON IT ME AND WIFE BOUGHT IT NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP....THIS IS SAD WHY CAUSE YOUR COMPANY HAS HAD ALOT OFF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS TRANSMISSION DEFECTS FOR YEARS .. AND STILL THIS COMPANY THAT SAYS IT PROTECTS THE PEOPLE IN THE US.. YOU YOUR COMPANY HAS DONE NOTHING MILLIONS OFF PEOPLE HAVE BOUGHT CARS FROM CHRYSLER,DODGE,PLYMOUTH, JEEP WITH THIS AUTO TRANSMISSIONS IN THEM...WHEN OR IF EVER WILL YOU PROTECT THE CONSUMERS.IF YOU CANT EVEN DO ANYTHING TO STOP COMPANY'S LIKE THEM FROM RIPPING PEOPLE OFF ..I SEE YOUR COMPANY WENT AFTER TOYOTA CORP FOR ITS DEFECTS.. JUST BECAUSE ITS A US MADE AUTO YOU SHOULD REALLY DO YOUR JOBS ..JUST BECAUSE THE CARS ARE OLD DOESN'T MEAN THERE ISN'T ALOT OFF THEM STILL ON THE ROADS TODAY..SO STOP IGNORING THE FACTS .. ABOUT THIS COMPANY'S THAT HAS HAD MILLIONS OF BAD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS....A BAD TRANSMISSION CAN CAUSE UNTOLD OR EVEN UNKNOWN FATAL AUTO AND DEATHS ACCIDENTS...ACROSS THE HOLE WORLD WERE THERE BEING DRIVIN.. NTO TO SAY HOW MANY CONSUMERS HAD TO SPEND OUT OF THERE OWN POCKETS TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT A COST OFF AT LEAST 1,500 TO 2,000 DOLLARS FROM THE YEARS OFF 1980 TO THE PRESENT DAY WHEN IT WAS A DEFECTIVE AUTO PART TO BEGIN WITH......SORRY TO BE SO NEGATIVE TO YOU BUT ISN'T IT YOUR JOBS TO PROTECT THE CONSUMERS OFF THE UNITED STATES... *TR
Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2011-05-31
- Date Complaint: 2011-06-29
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1991 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM, UNIT 1 WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON IR 76 IN THE RIGHT LANE, WHEN THE DRIVER PULLED OVER ONTO THE RIGHT BERM BECAUSE OF ENGINE TROUBLE, WHICH THE VEHICLE THEN IGNITED INTO FLAMES AND WAS CONSUMED BY FIRE. *BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE FIRE MAY HAVE ORIGINATED IN THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AREA OF THE MUFFLER. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0381-91)*JB
Plymouth Acclaim 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2008-04-10
- Date Complaint: 2008-06-05
- VIN: 3P3AA46K7RT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 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
Plymouth Acclaim 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-07
- Date Complaint: 2007-05-24
- VIN: 2P4GH45R6SR
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY 1995 VOYAGER WAS SUPPOSEDLY SERVICED FOR NHTSA RECALL 99V113000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 818/AIRBAG SYSTEM WIRING ON SEPTEMBER 2, 1999. AT THAT TIME THERE HAD BEEN NO FAILURE OF THE SYSTEM. WHAT WAS DONE AT THAT TIME I DO NOT KNOW. IN FEBRUARY, 2007, I WAS DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM WITH THE REAR WIPER TURNED ON. I PARKED THE VEHICLE FOR A SHORT TIME. WHEN I STARTED THE VEHICLE ABOUT AN HOUR LATER, I NOTICED THE AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINED ON. I SUBSEQUENTLY NOTICED THE REAR WIPER NO LONGER FUNCTIONED. I THOUGHT THIS WAS A STRANGE COINCIDENCE. LATER I READ AN ARTICLE ABOUT GOING ONLINE TO SEE IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS ON YOUR CARS. THAT WAS WHEN I FOUND OUT ABOUT RECALL 99V113000. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHO REFUSED TO REPAIR THE MALFUNCTION ACCORDING TO THE RECALL. I CALLED CHRYSLER WHO ALSO INFORMED ME I MUST PAY TO HAVE THE SYSTEM DIAGNOSED AND PAY FOR ANY REPAIRS IF THEY DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DUE TO THE RECALL CONDITIONS. I BELIEVE THE FAILURE THAT OCCURRED WAS RELATED TO THE RECALL AND CHRYSLER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING THE REPAIR AT NO COST TO ME.
Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-13
- Date Complaint: 2006-12-09
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3XA46K7MF
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: CAR WAS STRUCK FROM THE REAR CAUSING THE DRIVERS SEAT TO BREAK AND FALLING BACK INTO THE REAR SEAT AND LOSING CONTROL OF THE CAR AND CONTINUING ANOTHER 200 FEET BEFORE BEING ABLE TO RECOVER AND STOP THE VEHICLE. *JB
Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-01
- Date Complaint: 2006-06-01
- Components: VISIBILITY,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINT CONCERNING THE POWER DOOR LOCKS AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WINDOW PROBLEMS. *TS THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE MOTOR HAD FAILED. *JB
Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
- Date Complaint: 2004-11-08
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1991, SPRINGS IN FRONT DOORS TOO STRONG. *BF *JB
Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-16
- Date Complaint: 2004-05-18
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: ON MARCH 16, 2004, WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH ON ICY PAVEMENT, THE CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID A COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER RAN INTO A TREE INSTEAD. UPON IMPACT, NO AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *JB
Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2004-02-11
- VIN: 1P3XA4633MF
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BAD PAINT WHICH IS NOW PEELING OFF THE HOOD AND ROOF, THOUGH THE REST OF THE CAR IS JUST FINE.*AK
Plymouth Acclaim 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-15
- Date Complaint: 2004-01-15
- VIN: 3P3ES47C6TT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ON HIGH, THE TEMPATURE GAUGE SKY- ROCKETS RIGHT UP TO HOT IN ABOUT 5 MINUTES.WE HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THE AIR COND. FAN MOTOR, AS WELL AS WE HAVE PUT IN A NEW THEMOSTAT.WE HAVE ALSO DONE A COMPLETE RADIATOR FLUSH AT MY REQUEST. ALL THIS IN THE LAST MONTH,AND TO NO AVAIL.THE TEMP. GAUGE STILL GOES TO HOT (HIGH),WHEN THE AIR IS ON HIGH? CAN ANYONE OUT THERE HELP ME OUT?????? THIS PROBLEM HAS EVERYONE PREPLEXED, AND IS COSTING ME A LOT OF MONEY. HELP, PLEASE ANYONE ?
Latest 5 recalls Plymouth Acclaim
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the Plymouth Acclaim.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Plymouth Acclaim 1989
- Report Received Date: 2008-04-14
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
- Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
- Model: Plymouth Acclaim 1990
- Report Received Date: 2008-04-14
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
- Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
- Model: Plymouth Acclaim 1994
- Report Received Date: 1994-02-08
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: THE SAFETY BELT ANCHORS (BUCKLE LOCK BARS) DO NOT MEET THE STATIC LOAD REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY MAY FAIL, EXPOSING THE RESTRAINED OCCUPANTS TO A GREATER RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy: THE TRAVELING SAFETY BELT LOCK BAR ASSEMBLIES WILL BE REPLACED ON THESE VEHICLES.
- Model: Plymouth Acclaim 1992
- Report Received Date: 1992-02-14
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: THE ZINC PLATING OPERATION PERFORMED ON THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLING BOLT CAUSED HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT AND BREAKAGE OF THE BOLT.
- Consequence: FRACTURES OF THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN SHAFT COUPLINGBOLT RESULT IN A LACK OF COUPLING LOAD ON THE SHAFT AND LOSS OF STEERINGCONTROL.
- Remedy: REPLACE THE ZINC PLATED BOLT WITH A PHOSPHATE PLATED BOLT.
- Model: Plymouth Acclaim 1991
- Report Received Date: 1991-07-11
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: FRONT OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT MAY BECOME DIFFICULT TO LATCH AND OR UNLATCH DUE TO A WEBBING STIFFENER ENTERING THE BUCKLE HOUSING AND DISLODGING THE BUCKLE LATCH GUIDE.
- Consequence: LATCH MAY OPEN DURING ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN STOP, EXPOSINGSEAT OCCUPANT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy: REPLACE BUCKLE LATCH ENGAGEMENT.
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Vehicle year: 1993
Congratulations on your long-lasting car! It's heartwarming to hear that you and your husband bought it just before getting married. The car has been well-maintained, with only a few repairs like brakes, battery, and tires, and a single tune-up in its 7th year. It's impressive that the car has almost 200,000 miles and is still going strong. It's great that you plan on keeping it around for your older kids and as a 'kick around' car when needed. Thank you for sharing your story!
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Vehicle year: 1992
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I originally bought it to pull a trailer, but it ended up being a great mode of transportation for my family. My three kids even drove it until they left home! At 150,000 miles, I had to rebuild the transmission, but the car is still going strong at 270,000 miles. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone looking for a reliable and long-lasting vehicle at a great value. Take care!
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Vehicle year: 1992
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share that I bought this car with 11000 miles on it, and it's been great so far. However, due to a growing family, we need more space. Thank you for understanding!
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Vehicle year: 1994
I've been driving this car for three years and I absolutely love it! It's been incredibly dependable and I wish I could buy another car just like it. I've had very few problems with it, aside from normal wear and tear. Overall, I'm really happy with my car.
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Vehicle year: 1993
Hey there! I just wanted to share with you how amazing my Granny's car is. She bought it new in '92 and it's still going strong! It's a 2.5l 3spd that gets 35mpg and is quick, quiet, and smooth. I know it may look a bit old-fashioned, but trust me, it's much better than those pricey new cars. Even after 30 years, we can still find parts and have only had to do a couple of repairs, like the head gasket, O2 sensor, and a set of mufflers. We just need to find a replacement window and we're hoping to keep it for another 30 years! I can't help but laugh while passing each and every bank. :)
Are you having problems with your Plymouth Acclaim?
Stewart Kuhic 2024-11-18
Vehicle year: 1995
That was definitely an expensive repair! It seems like the stabilizer bar and wheel alignment are common repairs needed for cars. Your car had a lot of trouble with both the front and back wheels, and the parts and connections to them. It cost you over $3000 in just two years.
Bertrand Mertz 2024-09-27
Vehicle year: 1993
Hi there! I noticed that you mentioned you bought this car new in 1992 and had to change the transmission twice. Did you know that this model of transmission is known to be defective in many Chrysler models like the Voyager, Caravan, Dynasty, Acclaim, and more? Just thought I'd share that with you!
Westley Lang 2024-09-20
Vehicle year: 1991
You've had a tough time with your car, with three blown head gaskets, a speedometer/odometer that stopped working, and the air conditioning giving up after just five years. On top of that, it hasn't been great in the snow and the body panels have had some quality control issues. We understand how frustrating that can be.
Art Wilkinson 2024-09-12
Vehicle year: 1993
Extensive warranty work was done on the engine. Unfortunately, the A/C, transmission, and other parts broke down prematurely. After 125,000 KM, the car required several repairs such as the transmission, alternator, fuel pump, and A/C. We understand how frustrating this can be and we are here to help.
Roderick Pacocha 2024-09-10
Vehicle year: 1995
I recently purchased this car from a neighbor who is an acquaintance of mine and his. One of the best things about it is that it starts up in any weather condition and the AM/FM radio always works perfectly. It also has great gas mileage and doesn't burn any oil, even though it's almost ten years old. Please let me know if you have any questions!