MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chrysler Eagle

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1996 Chrysler Eagle
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:24:17.569Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chrysler Eagle Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1984: 1 complaints 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1995: 13 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 2000: 1 complaints 2000
1996: 4 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19841
19861
19871
19881
19891
19901
19914
19923
199312
199513
19964
20001

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

2 of 4 total reports mention: wheels.

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ON JUNE 28, 2010, THE RIGHT FRONT BALL JOINT BROKE, CAUSING CONTROL ARM, STRUT DAMAGE, ETC. WHEEL WAS HANGING OFF, AND THE CAR COULD NOT BE MOVE OFF ROAD. AFTER REPAIR, I ASKED IF IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE, WONDERING IF OTHER WHEEL WOULD FALL OFF TOO.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101230

SET OF ALLOY WHEELS THAT CAME WITH VEHICLE, AND SPOKES WITHIN WHEELS ARE CRACKING ON ALL FOUR WHEELS. ONE ONE FRONT/DRIVER'S SIDE IS CRACKING THE WORST. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK .

NHTSA ODI report, 20010619

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING DOWN A BACK ROAD TOWARDS MY HOME ON DECEMBER 18, 2010, THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY SLIPPED INTO A LOWER GEAR, ALTHOUGH THE SHIFT WAS STILL IN DRIVE/OVERDRIVE. I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE STRAINING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20101230

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING GAUGE DROPPED TO ZERO AND VEHICLE SHUT OFF. SMOKE BEGAN COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD, THEN CAUGHT ON FIRE, AND BURNED TO THE GROUND. AS A RESULT VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED A TOTAL LOSS. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030806

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Chrysler Eagle — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chrysler Eagle reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chrysler Eagle?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chrysler Eagle have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.