MYRModel Year Report

1986 Dodge Colt

○ Not enough data
1986 Dodge Colt
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:32:35.932Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
22

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
—

Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1986: 22 complaints 1986 22 1987: 28 complaints 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 107 complaints 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1986 22 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 107 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1986 22 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990 1991: 17 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 107 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996

1986: 22 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19821
19830
19841
19851
198622
198728
198825
198933
199012
199117
199214
1993107
199418
19950
19962

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

21 of 22 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and rear/other.

Show complaint excerpts

Consumer received a recall regarding the seat belt buckles with a lifetime warranty. Consumer also stated there had always been problems with the back seat belt buckles. The problem was both back seat belt buckles were stuck in the seat.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-31

Drivers side seat buckle is broken. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-24

Front passenger side seat belt had to be opened with a screwdriver. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-21

Structure

1 of 22 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing trunk lid.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 22 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing carburetor system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Carburetor fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-04-28

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 22 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    1991-04-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-08-16 Engine compartment fires
  2. I
    1991-10-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-01-21 Rear bumper cover fires
  3. I
    1992-10-22Engineering analysisClosed 1993-10-29 Engine compartment fires
  4. I
    1994-12-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-08-02 Takata seat blt bckls fail
  5. R
    1995-12-13Seat belts95V103003 The front safety belt buckle release buttons can break. These red plastic release buttons are marked "Press." If a button breaks, pieces can fall into the buckle assembly causing the buckle to…

    Remedy: Owners should promptly check the condition and operation of both front safety belt buckles and carefully inspect the red release button for any breaks or cracks. They should ensure that both buckles…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Dodge Colt — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Dodge Colt 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 1986 Dodge Colt?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 95% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Dodge Colt have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.