1993 Dodge Colt
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 107 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
50% of complaints: seat belts — 53 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE DRIVERS AUTOMATIC RETRACTABLE SEAT BELT WON'T RETRACT ON THE TRACK. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950703
AUTOMATIC SEAT BELTS OPENED UP, UPON SIDE IMPACT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950221
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 DODGE COLT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT CABLE WAS CAME LOOSE AND CAUSED THE SEAT BELTS TO BECOME INOPERABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120131
18% of complaints: seat belts — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
AFTER REAR IMPACT DRIVER NOR PASSENGER SEATBELT LOCKUP, RESULTING IN INJURIES. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950421
THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SEAT BELTS FOR MY 1993 DODGE COLT IN 1997. I HAD THEM FIXED ACCORDING TO THE RECALL, BUT THEY FAILED AGAIN A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO. SAME PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060515
13% of complaints: seat belts — 14 distinct reports on file.
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CONSUMER WAS COMPLAINING ABOUT A RETRACTABLE SEAT BELT PROBLEM. THE CABLE CORD CAME LOOSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20031119
7% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
EXCESS LUBRICATION CAN CAUSE THE RUBBER DOOR LATCH SWITCH COVER TO DEFORM, AND THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH TO MALFUNCTION, SO THAT THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHORAGE WOULD REMAIN AT THE A-PILLAR WHEN THE DOOR WAS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DOOR LATCH SWITCH WITH A SWITCH THAT UTILIZES REDUCED LUBRICATING GREASE, IMPROVED CONTACT SURFACE, AND A DIFFERENT RUBBER ISOLATION BOOT.
Campaign 97V063002 — check if this car was fixed
THE GUIDE RAIL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CONTAINS A COVERED CABLE AND ALSO AN ANGLED BELT GUIDE AT THE TOP END OF THE WEBBING. THE COMBINATION OF THESE FACTORS CAN LEAD, OVER TIME, TO THE CABLE'S MOVEMENT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REPLACEMENT GUIDE RAIL THAT INCORPORATES A DOUBLE LIP DUST SEAL AND AN ANODIC OXIDE COATING.
Campaign 97V073002 — check if this car was fixed
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Dodge Colt — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V063002 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V073002 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1993 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 1993 Dodge Colt?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Dodge Colt have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.