MYRModel Year Report

1994 Dodge Colt

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1994 Dodge Colt
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:41:28.405Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Colt Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1994 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaints 1985: 1 complaints 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 28 complaints 1987 1988: 25 complaints 1989: 33 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1991: 17 complaints 1991 1992: 14 complaints 1993: 107 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996
1994: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19821
19830
19841
19851
198622
198728
198825
198933
199012
199117
199214
1993107
199418
19950
19962

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

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WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT PROPERLY FROM THE FIRST TO THE SECOND GEAR, WON'T SHIFT, AND MAKES LOUD NOISE. ALSO, CONSUMER COMPLAINED OF AN AIR BAG SYSTEM PROBLEM. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031010

SUSPENSION

2 of 18 total reports mention: suspension.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE, TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKING WHILE DRIVING AT 30-40MPH. TT AND THERE WERE ALSO TWO INJURIES. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 19951026

AIR BAGS

2 of 18 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WHILE TRAVELING ON THE STREET AT 35 MPH. NO POTHOLE OR BUMP. VEHICLE WAS ROLLED OVER AT THE TIME OF AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000223

CONSUMER'S DAUGHTER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAUSING SERIOUS BURNS TO THE STOMACH AREA, AND SHIRT WAS ALSO BURNED. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970625

STEERING

1 of 18 total reports mentions: steering.

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THE STEERING WHEEL CAME OFF WHILE PARKING. DEALER WAS CONTACTED.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040930

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19960628 — EA (closed 19970612)

AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE

I 19990316 — EA (closed 20000530)

INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT

I 20030507 — DP (closed 20030722)

STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1994 Dodge Colt — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Dodge Colt?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge Colt 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.