1993 Plymouth Colt vista problems
The Dodge Colt is a subcompact car that was manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors and marketed by Dodge for model years 1971 to 1994 as captive imports. Rebadged variants include the Plymouth Champ and Plymouth Colt, both were marketed by Plymouth.
The Colt was initially a rebadged variant of the rear-wheel drive Galant and Lancer families before shifting to the smaller front-wheel drive Mitsubishi Mirage subcompacts in 1979.
First generation (1971–1973)
Introduced in 1970 as a 1971 model, the first generation Dodge Colt was a federalized first-generation Mitsubishi Colt Galant. Available as a 2-door pillared coupe, 2-door hardtop coupe, 4-door sedan, and 5-door wagon, the Colt had a 1,597 cc (97.5 cu in) 4-cylinder engine. The unibody layout was traditional, front engine and rear-wheel drive with MacPherson struts in front and a live rear axle. Standard transmission was a 4-speed manual, with a 3-speed automatic being an option. The engine was initially rated for 100 hp (75 kW), but dropped to 83 hp (62 kW) in 1972 when manufacturers revised the method of measuring horsepower from gross to SAE net. For 1973, a GT hardtop coupe model was added featuring rally stripes, sport wheels, and a center console amongst other features. The Dodge Colt was Chrysler's response to the AMC Gremlin, Ford Pinto, and Chevrolet Vega. As a captive import from Mitsubishi, the Colt also competed directly with other Japanese imports, such as the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic and Datsun 1200.
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Common 1993 Plymouth Colt vista problems
The Plymouth Colt Vista 1993 is a car that has been praised for its reliability and performance by some of its owners. However, there are common problems that have been reported by other owners of this car.
One common problem with the Plymouth Colt Vista 1993 is a lack of spark in the engine, which can be caused by a failed power transistor in the distributor assembly. This can prevent the coil from firing properly, resulting in a no-spark condition. The 4G64 engine in the Colt Vista is known to have this issue, and it can be resolved by swapping the distributor or replacing the power transistor.
Another issue that has been reported with the Plymouth Colt Vista 1993 is overheating, which can lead to warped cylinder heads and engine failure. This problem was particularly common with the 1.5L engine, which was prone to overheating and could suffer from premature failure as a result. However, some owners have reported that their Colt Vistas have been able to reach high mileage without experiencing this issue.
In addition to these mechanical problems, some owners of the Plymouth Colt Vista 1993 have reported issues with the car's interior and exterior. For example, some owners have reported that the car's dashboard gauges are poorly designed and take up too much space, while others have reported issues with the car's paint and bodywork.
Despite these common problems, many owners of the Plymouth Colt Vista 1993 have reported that the car is reliable and performs well. The car's tall seats, spacious interior, and impressive performance have been praised by some owners, who have reported that the car is a solid and dependable vehicle. However, it is important for potential buyers to be aware of the common problems that have been reported with this car, and to take steps to address them if they occur.
1993 Plymouth Colt vista car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Plymouth Colt vista problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Plymouth Colt vista vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Plymouth Colt vista
The NHTSA has received 91 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Plymouth Colt vista. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Plymouth Colt vista vehicles.
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-11
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2P4GH45R6P1
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, HOWEVER THEY DID NOT INFLATE, WHICH CAUSED INJURIES TO CONSUMER. *JB THE AIR BAG WAS PARTIALLY OUT WITHOUT INFLATING AND CAUSED STEERING WHEEL INJURIES. ALSO THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD. SCC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-04-19
- VIN: JP3CA46C5PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHEN CONSUMER IS ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE VEHICLE DOOR, THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF VEHICLE WILL NOT RETRACT, THE AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT WILL TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 4 INCHES AND STOP, WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED, BELT STAYS IN FORWARD POSITION AT ALL TIMES AND A CLICKING NOISE IS HEARD. THERE IS A RECALL CAMPAIGN #97V073002 FOR THIS CONDITION. *AK *TT
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-31
- VIN: JP3CA36C2PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELT IS INOPERABLE SINCE SIDE GUIDE RAIL IS DEFECTIVE, WIRE FROM SEAT BELT IS SHOWING. THERE IS A RECALL 07V073OOO FOR THIS PROBLEM. ) BUT MANUFACTURER CLAIMS THAT ONLY TWO DOOR VEHICLES ARE INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-01
- VIN: JP3CA11A3PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BACK IN 1997 SEATBELT GOT STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION AND BEGAN MAKING A CLICKING NOISE. DEALER INSTALLED BELT FOR REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY. PROBLEM OCCURRED AGAIN IN APRIL2000, AND WAS COVERED UNDER A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL. REPAIRS FOR RECALL STATED "TRACK PACKAGE". SEATBELT IS NOW STUCK AGAIN. DEALER WILL REPAIR SEA TBELT AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE ONLY. *AK THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WAS ALSO FRAYING QUITE RAPIDLY AND THE SHOULDER BELT WAS NOW STUCK IN THE LOCKED POSITION. *YH
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-01
- VIN: JP3CA21AOPU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THERE IS RECALL 97V0730002 ON DRIVERS SIDE GUIDE RAIL CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-30
- VIN: JP3CB20C9PZ
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THIS REPORT IS IN REGARDS TO THE 1993 PLYMOUTH COLT VISTA I PURCHASED ON 04-30-01. NEITHER THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT MOTORIZED SEATBLETS ARE OPERABLE. THIS LEAVES ONLY THE LAP BELT FOR ANY TYPE OF RESTRAINT. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THIS DEFECT COOULD LEAD TO A FATALITY.*AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-28
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THIS FAILURE IS RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 97V073002. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO SANTA ROSA DODGE, WHO HAD ORIGINALLY REPAIRED THIS PROBLEM WHEN THE RECALL WAS MADE IN 1997. THIS TIME THEY REFUSED TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM UNLESS I PAID FOR IT. IO CONTACTED THE MANUFATURER AT THE NUMBER PROVIDED ON THE RECALL NOTICE AND THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO FOR ME (THEY GO BY WHAT THE DEALER SAYS). AT THIS TIME I HAVE TO DRIVE MY VEHICLE WITH A DEFECTIVE SEAT BELT BECAUSE THIS DEALER WILL NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-07-01
- VIN: JP3CB50G0PU
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: REPLACEMENT PART FAILED, AS WELL, ONE YEAR LATER. SAME SYMPTOMS...NOT DOWNSHIFTING AND STALLING ON A REGULAR BASIS WHEN ENGINE HEATED. SECOND TIME IN ONE YEAR.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-01
- VIN: JP3CA36C7PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE AUTOMATIC SEATBELT WAS STUCK. SHE COULD PUSH ON THE BOTTON TO RELEASE AND UNRELEASE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED.*AK AFTER THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT FAILED, THE CUSTOMER BEGAN TO MANUALLY BUCKLE THE SHOULDER STRAP BUT THE CABLE BLOCKS THE DRIVER'S BLIND SPOT MAKING IT DANGEROUS TO MAKE A TURN. *YH
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-05-25
- VIN: JP3CA46CPU0
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: KEY STICKING INTO THE IGNITION SWICH, AND TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. IT WILL NOT SHIFT INTO OVERDRIVE UNLESS THE OVERDRIVE BUTTON IS PUSHED INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER NOTIFED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAIL. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-05-01
- VIN: JP3CA46COPU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE HEAD GASKET FAILED. NLM
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL MAKES A CLICKING LIKE SOUND WHEN DRIVING. THIS IS BECAUSE OF A BAD TRANSFER CASE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-29
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE MOTOR BELT TRACK IS BROKEN, CAUSING THE BELT NOT TO MOVE INTO A FORWARD POSITION, AND LEAVING DRIVER WITHOUT SAFETY RESTRAINT. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND REFUSED TO REPAIR UNLESS COST GOED TO CONSUMER. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-26
- VIN: JP3CB20C4PZ
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ON 3 OCCASIONS I HAVE HAD THE CABLE POP OUT OF THE TRACK ON THE RETRACKABLE SEAT BELT SYSTEM IN MY COLT. THERE WAS A RECALL OF THIS ITEM IN 1997. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO OUR LOCAL DEALER JIM SOUTARS CHRYSLER, TO HAVE THE RECALL DONE. OPON RETURN OF THE CAR AFTER THE RECALL WORK ,IT LOOKED LIKE ALL SOUTARS HAD DONE WAS TO GREASE THE CABLE GUIDE, AND THE CABLE GUIDE WAS NOT CHANGED TO THE DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL ANODIC OXIDE COATED TRACK .I LOOKED AT THE TRACK BEFORE IT WAS TAKEN IN, AND IT WAS THE SAME TRACK! NOW THAT THE CABLE HAS POPPED OUT AGAIN SOUTARS WANT TO CHARGE ME 685.00 PLUS LABOR TO FIX THE DRIVERS SIDE BELT ONLY. ACCORDING TO THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 97V073002, WE DID NOT RECEIVETHE REPLACEMENTS ONLY A GREASE JOB !!!. AS A MOTHER I AM NOT ONLY CONCERNED FOR MY SAFETY, BUT ALSO FOR MY CHILDREN. I FIND IT INEXCUSABLE THAT ME AND MY CHILDRENS LIVES ARE SO MEANINGLESS TO CHRYSLER AND THERE REPRESENTATIVES!!! *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-12-18
- VIN: JP3CA11A3PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BOTH SIDE OF THE AUTOMATIC SEATBELTS HAVE BROKEN AGAIN, THE DRIVERS SIDE AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR HIGHWAY AND A GUST OF WIND HIT THE CAR AND THE SEATBELT RETRACTED. THE PASSENGER SIDE BROKE A FEW DAYS LATER, IT WAS FIXED ON THE ORIGINAL RECALL BUT IT NEEDS TO BE DONE AGAIN.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-20
- VIN: JP3CA36C0PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT IN MY 1993 PLYMOUTH COLT. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN IT WILL WORK AND THERE ARE TIMES WHEN IT WILL NOT EVEN MOVE BACK, LEAVING ME THE DRIVER UNPROTECTED INA CRASH. I HAVE BEEN BACK AND FORTH WITH BOTH MISUBISHI AND PLYMOUTH, PLYMOUTH BEING THE ONES WHO ARE REFUSING TO HELP ME OUT HERE. FROM WHAT I HAVE READ THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE MOTORIZED SEAT BELT, BUT THAT IS ONLY FOR THE 2 DOOR MODEL, AND WITH MINE BEING A 4 DOOR, NO ONE WILL HELP ME OUT. THE FACT BEING THAT THE 2 AND 4 DOOR MODLE USE THE EXACT SAME FRAME, SO THERE IS ABSOLUTLY NO DIFFERENCE WHATSOEVER......SO I THERE ANYTHING THAT COULD BE DONE.I AM NOT INTERESTED IN GETTING INJURED IN ANACCIDENT BECAUSE I HAVE A FAULTY SEAT BELT, AND BECAUSE MY CAR DOES NOT FIT THE RECALL FOR THE 2 DOOR BECAUSE IT IS A 4 DOOR, THAT IS NOT RIGHT. *AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CB20GXPZ
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE RADIO FAILED. *SLC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CB20GXPZ
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE CONSUMER WAS DENIED THE MANUFACTURER'S RECALL REGARDING THE MOTORIZED SHOULDER BELT, THE REPRESENTATIVE STATED THAT THE RECALL DID NOT INCLUDE VEHICLE WITH FOUR DOORS, HOWEVER THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE ONLY HAS 2 DOORS AND 1 SLIDING DOOR, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT MOTORBELT WILL NOT WORK. *SLC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-12-10
- VIN: JP3CA11A3PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 97V073002. CONTACTED DEALERSHIP. TOOK VEHICLE FOR REPAIRS FOR DRIVER'S SIDE GUIDE RAILS. TWO YEARS LATER, PROBLEM WITH GUIDE RAILS HAS REAPPEARED. DEALER INDICATED RECALL WAS FOR THE MOTOR & NOT CABLE ON SHOULDER BELT. *ML
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-26
- VIN: JP3CA11A3PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: AUTOMATIC SEATBELT DISENGAGED WHEN A GUST OF WIND HIT MY CAR DRIVING DOWN RT 84 IN MIDDLETOWN, NY. IT WENT IN THE POSITION OF BEING HALFWAY DEPLOYED AND STAYED THAT WAY FOR APPROX 14 MILES AS I DROVE HOME. IT DID NOT BECOME FULLY DISENGAGED UNTIL I REACHED HOME AND AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. NOW WHEN WE ENTER THE CAR IT WILL ONLY ENGAGE HALFWAY AND THE CABLE IS NOT STICKING OUT OF THE RUNNER FOR THE BELT. WE HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO A LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALER (PORT JERVIS AUTOMALL), AND THEY TOLD US THE ORIGINAL RECALL WAS FOR THE MOTOR OF THE SEATBELT NOT A CABLE ISSUE. HOWEVER WHEN I CONTACTED YOUR OFFICE I WAS TOLD DIFFERENTLY, I THEN CONTACTED CHRYSLER AGAIN AND WAS TOLD AGAIN IT WAS A MOTOR ISSUE, NOT A CABLE ISSUE FOR THE ORIGINAL RECALL OF AUGUST 1997. I AGAIN CALLED CHRYSLER AT THE NUMBER YOU PROVIDE ON THE RECALL SHEETS AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A GUIDE RAIL PROBLEM NOT A MOTOR PROBLEM. SO AS YOU CAN SEE I WAS LIED TO BY CHRYSLER. THEY SAY THAT IT IS THE CABLE NOT THE GUIDE RAIL THAT IS BROKEN. HOWEVER, AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED IT SHOULD MAKE NO DIFFERENCE, AS THE SEAT BELTS ARE THERE FOR OUR SAFETY AND SHOULD WORK NO MATTER WHAT. I BELIEVE THAT THIS PROBLEM SHOULD BE LOOKED INTO AS IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE IF YOUR SEATBELTS DON'T WORK THEN YOU ARE NOT SAFE DRIVING YOUR CAR AND I BELIEVE THAT I CANNOT BE THE ONLY PERSON WITH THIS PROBLEM. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE IN THIS MATTER. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-01
- VIN: JP3CA21A4PU
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: AUTOMATIC PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT WIRING FELL OUT OF TRACK. WE HAVE ALREADY HAD A RECALL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BELT AND THE SAME PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED WITH THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT. WE NEED THE SEAT BELT FOR SAFETY MEASURE WHEN WE DRIVE THE CAR. THANK YOU KELLY BARTUNEK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CA21A3PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE VEHICLE IS INCLUDED UNDET NHTSA RECALL# 97V073 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 728 CONCERNING SEAT BELT BUCKLE. THE DEALER HAS ORDERED THE WRONG PARTS TO REPAIR VEHICLE. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CA21A6PU
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: A FEW MONTHS AGO THE ROOF ON MY CAR STARTED TO DEVELOP RUST IN STRAIGHT LINES ACROSS IT. IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY WHEN I VISITED MARRONE DODGE TO SEE WHAT COULD BE DONE. THIS WAS BACK ON APRIL 8TH, 1999. I WAS TOLD BY THEIR BODY SHOP THAT THE ROOF NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ALONG WITH THE SUPPORTING BRACKETS. SEEMS LIKE THEY ARE HAVING A HARD TIME FINDING THE BRACKETS AND SINCE MY CAR IN THEIR ESTIMATE WAS ONLY WORTH $900, THEY OFFERED ME A "GOOD WILL" OFFER OF $1000 TO GET THE REPAIRS DONE SOMEWHERE ELSE AND SIGN DOCUMENT RELEASING CHRYSLER OF ANY FUTURE LIABILITY. I MAILED A CERTIFIED LETTER TO THEIR CUSTUMER SERVICE MANAGER ALONG WITH 3 ESTIMATES FROM 3 DIFFERENT BODY SHOPS. ALL OF THEM WERE OVER $1600. SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME THE REPAIRS MAY TAKE UP TO A MONTH AND I WOULD NOT BE PROVIDED WITH A LOANER CAR. IN THE LETTER I EXPLINED THE 3 BODY SHOPS WOULD NOT TAKE MORE THAN 3-5 DAYS TO DO THE REPAIRS ONCE THE PARTS HAD ARRIVED. I WANT THEM TO FIX THE ROOF WITH THE LEAST INCONVENIENCE TO ME. I HAVE ALREADY SEEN A 1993 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE AND ANOTHER1993 PLYMOUTH COLT WITH THE SAME TYPE OF RUST ON THE ROOF. AS OF TODAY 9/28/99 I HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY RESPONSE FROM THE MAROONE DODGE IN REGARDS TO MY LETTER AND HOW THEY PLAN TO RESOLVE THIS SITUATION.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CA11A2PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: GUIDE RAIL ON THE PASSENGER'S MOTORIZED SHOULDER BELT SYSTEM CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THIS HAD A RECALL FOR THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT SYSTEM, BUT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WAS NOT INCLUDED. *AK *ML
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JP3CA11A0PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MOTOR IN DRIVER'S AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT HAS WORN OUT WITHIN 40,000 MILES, CAUSING A LOSS OF PROTECTION. *AK
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