1989 DODGE COLT PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Air conditioner malfunctioning due to leaking seals.

• 2. Inoperable rear seatbelt buckles.

• 3. Malfunctioning automatic shoulder belt.

• 4. Ball joint failure due to improperly secured snap ring.

• 5. Failure of passive restraint system.

• 6. Brake light staying on, draining battery.

• 7. Hesitation upon accelerating due to misadjusted throttle body or timing.

• 8. Seat belt failure in accident.

• 9. Motorized seat belts staying in the open position or failing to release.

• 10. Delay in receiving recall repair parts.

• 11. Seat belt buckle failures.

• 12. Dim left tail light due to failed ground wire.

• 13. Sudden acceleration issue.

• 14. Tie rod failure causing front wheel to fall off.

• 15. Headlights causing right rear tail lights to go out when brakes applied.

• 16. Steering wheel jerking while driving.