Plymouth Laser recall history
9 recall campaigns and 149 complaints in official NHTSA data for the Plymouth Laser (1987–1998). The most commonly reported problem areas are Engine and engine cooling, Power train, Seat belts.
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At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Plymouth Laser, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1987–1998 with 9 recall campaigns and 149 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1990 (4), 1994 (1), and 1993 (1).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1992 (46), 1991 (41), and 1990 (34).
- Top recall themes: Visibility and lighting, Electrical, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Engine and engine cooling, Power train, Seat belts.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Visibility and lighting
2 campaigns · Years: 1990These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 1990These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 89V128000 · Electrical system: Wiring
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 1987These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 88V105000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Powertrain
1 campaign · Years: 1992–1994These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
- 98V069002 · Power train: Automatic transmission
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1990–1991These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 95V103003 · Seat belts: Buckle assembly
Common Problems in NHTSA Data
Across all model years, the most commonly reported problem areas for the Plymouth Laser in NHTSA complaint data are Engine and engine cooling, Power train, Seat belts.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline, Fuel system, other. |
| 1995 | 0 | 2 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Interior lighting, Latches/locks/linkages. |
| 1994 | 1 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Visibility, Service brakes, hydraulic, Electrical system. |
| 1993 | 1 | 18 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine and engine cooling, Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 1992 | 1 | 46 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine and engine cooling, Visibility. |
| 1991 | 1 | 41 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts, Engine and engine cooling, Electrical system. |
| 1990 | 4 | 34 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine and engine cooling, Structure, Seat belts. |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Power train , Seat belts and Visibility
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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