1994 Dodge Colt
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.
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
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY3 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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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
Also filed under AIR BAGS
3 of 18 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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
2 of 18 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing lower arm.
2 of 18 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and anchorage.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
AUTOMATIC SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Dodge Colt — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
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 service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Dodge Colt have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.