1991 Eagle Summit
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 92 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seat belts
8 of 12 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
Show complaint excerpts
Seat belt failure, automatic seat belt became open upon 7:00 collision. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-22
The rear driver side seat belt buckle jammed. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-12-11
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
Steering
1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.
Service brakes
1 of 12 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Exterior lighting
1 of 12 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing brake lights.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first
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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…
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1996-01-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-06-28 Auto shoulder belt failure
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1996-06-28Engineering analysisClosed 1997-06-12 Automatic shoulder belt failure
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Eagle Summit — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seat belts: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 95V103003 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1991 Eagle Summit 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 1991 Eagle Summit?
- The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Eagle Summit have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-08-03 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.